Thursday, April 2, 2009

Nitraid x Nike Dunk Mid Elite SB - Digi Camo





A few months ago, we gave you a look at a pretty interesting new Nike Dunk Mid Elite SB and now we bring you the latest news on this super-fresh concoction. It seems that Nike has once again joined forces with Japanese label, Nitraid to create a new look for the Dunk Mid SB. Like their Air Force 1 collaboration, the most noticeable aspect of these kicks is the pixelated camouflage that covers the strap and heel section of the shoe. The camo print is offset by a premium black leather upper with red accents and stitching and a silver piping that outlines certain sections of the shoe. This Dunk also has a cool goldfish illustration printed on the insoles. In addition to their juicy collaboration with Nike, Nitraid also has a skate video soon to be released on DVD and you can pick up a pair of the Dunk Mid Elite SB’s now at Breaker. via High Snobiety

Nike Dunk High - Black - Varsity Royal




With the Nike Dunk enjoying such popularity these days, it is hard to keep up with all the colorways that are dropping at a constant rate. In the case of this latest version, it is very refreshing to see such a simple color scheme used instead of the wilder specimens that have become so commonplace. This Nike Dunk High features a mostly black on black suede upper that is contrasted by a bright royal blue hue on the toe section and the outsole. To spice things up a little bit, the blue section on the front of the shoe sports a tonal dotted pattern that gives the panel a nice textured look in comparison with the flat black base that surrounds it. This color combination and simplistic design really draws your attention to the classic silhouette of the Dunk. If you are impressed with this nice minimalist approach, you can get a pair of your own at Limited EDT.

Nike Terminator High Basic - Four New Colors




The Nike Terminator High is set to have a big month in July 2009, but why wait?. Four new pairs of Basic-edition Terminators have released in bright colours just in time for spring. All four feature white leather uppers and midsoles and each features a contrasting colour on the toebox and eyelets. Throw in a multicoloured ‘Nike’ on the heel of each and these have a nice springy feel. The red/white and green/white pairs are for the gents, while the pink and yellow joints are both made just for ladies. You can cop any or all of these now from LTD Online.

Ubiq Ilis x Looney Tunes




Japanese brand Ubiq has worked on an Ilis in collaboration with Looney Tunes. The sneaker comes with a canvas upper and an interesting zipper insert, which can be taken off. Especially from Japan we see often the addition of zippers on the lacing or the side of a sneaker. The fact that this is a Looney Tunes collaboration is somewhat disappoiting, as you can hardly see it and many more creative things could have been done.

The Ubiq Ilis x Looney Tunes sneakers come in black and white and are now available at Mischief.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Vans Eco Pack


This season Vans will be releasing the Eco Pack. The pack consists of J-Lay, AV Sk8 Low and the Rowley “Shambles” Hi. All three sneaker come with hemp uppers, soy based prints and come in recycled shoe boxes. Look out for the pack in the near future.

JORDAN 1 HI STRAP (WMNS)




Remember when purple was the 'it' colour on the streets? Well it looks like it's making a welcome return with the resurrection of the Jordan 1 Hi strap below. Made just for the ladies, the Jordan 1 is fast taking the place of the Court Force as the high top of choice, thanks to the colour picking going down in the Brand Jordan HQ. If you fancy some grape on your crepe, then get your pair here.

Nike Zoom Flight Club - JR Smith PE






JR Smith’s performance in the 2009 NBA Slam Dunk Contest was overshadowed by ‘Kryptonate’ Robinson and Dwight ‘Superman’ Howard (who your author think *really* won). These kicks were relased in a Playoff Pack (POP) edition for three-time NBA Champion Tony Parker, but this dope colourway might finally be JR’s time to shine. The Nike Zoom Flight Club JR Smith PE features a mostly grey perforated upper with white Swoosh, toe and midsole elements. The other parts of the midsole feature a dope light-on-dark speckled blue pattern, while the light blue is repeated on the lining and Swoosh outline. These might release later this season, but you can have yours now from Osneaker.