Thursday 22 October 2020

First Look: Nike WMNS Air Force 1 LXX Snakeskin


This Air Force 1 features a clean White leather upper detailed with alternating Red and Blue Swooshes and heels constructed with a suede Snakeskin material.

Inside-out tongue label atop a solid White rubber sole completes the design.

The Nike WMNS Air Force 1 LXX Snakeskin is available at selected retailers.


Wednesday 21 October 2020

First Look: adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 - 'Natural'

The Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Natural features an upper composed of multi-toned re-engineered Primeknit with a post-dyed monofilament side stripe woven into the upper and includes reflective yarns knitted into the quadrant of the upper above the monofilament window.

This model features stretch laces with a silicone closure for easy on and off wear and comes equipped with a second set of standard laces.

The midsole utilizes adidas´innovative BOOST technology.

The adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 - 'Natural' drops 24 October.

Tuesday 20 October 2020

First Look: Nike Blazer Mid 77 - Grey Fog/Photo Blue

As a part of the 'Embedded' capsule, this shoe pays homage to the Coney Island neighborhood of New York, the setting of some of basketball’s most iconic characters and stories.

Lined with plush, hoody-like fabric with a heathered appearance, it’s got the look and feel of your everyday, go-to sneaker but with old-school performance DNA. A luscious suede upper, retro Swoosh and padded collar add style versatility and comfort while hidden elements like the Coney Island bus route on the sockliner lend an air of mystique.

The Nike Blazer Mid 77 - Grey Fog/Photo Blue drops 26 October at selected retailers.


Monday 19 October 2020

First Look: Nike WMNS Air Force 1 - 'Light Bone'

 




The shoe features a mixture of leather and suede paneling.

Their low-top build is perforated across the toe, and completed with iconic Swoosh branding emblazoned across either side.

The Nike WMNS Air Force 1 - 'Light Bone' drops 24 October at selected retailers. 


Friday 16 October 2020

First Look: PUMA x Von Dutch Debut Collection


PUMA’s sporty streetwear meets Von Dutch’s iconic graphics for the debut PUMA x Von Dutch collection, featuring nostalgic design details like pops of plaid, pink and a material mix of leather and mesh inspired by the Von Dutch baseball caps.

Von Dutch emerged as an early-2000’s icon, making their mark on American culture with apparel and accessories donned by the biggest names in music and Hollywood. For the PUMA x Von Dutch collaboration, interchangeable design elements from Von Dutch are combined with classic PUMA styles. The unisex collection is inspired by the ability to create your own world through fashion, tapping into the cultural subconscious to mix and match pieces and express personal style.

Footwear includes the PUMA x Von Dutch Ralph Sampson (R1 999) and RS-2K (R2 299) as well as the PUMA x Von Dutch Future Rider (R1 999), featuring prism pink touches on the sole and leather overlays with ripstop upper and an additional set of pink laces, and the Ralph Sampson Mid (R2 199) featuring interchangeable hook and loop patches, a classic leather upper, silky suede heel piece with mesh insert on collar and 3 sets of laces.

Utilising brand logos, plaid and graphic prints, the PUMA x Von Dutch apparel includes a Reversable Track Jacket (R2 399), Track Pants (R1 299) and Sweatpants (R1 199) as well as the PUMA x Von Dutch AOP Bandeau Crop Top (R449) and Graphic Tee (R549).

Accessories include the the pink PUMA x Von Dutch Bucket Hat (R449) and the PUMA x Von Dutch Swop Cap (R599) featuring a front panel with all over embroidered PUMA and Von Dutch logos plus 3 different interchangeable badges.

The PUMA x Von Dutch collection drops today on PUMA.com and at PUMA Select Cape Town and Braamfontein and selected retailers from 16 October 2020.

Thursday 15 October 2020

First Look: WMNS Air Jordan 1 High OG - 'Lucky Green'


Inspired by MJ's iconic 63-point play-off game in Boston in 1986, the Women's Air Jordan I HI OG focuses on progress, not perfection.

The shoe flaunts a raw construction with unstitched eyelets and rich, genuine matted Lucky Green leather.

The shoe also features a parquet floor-inspired insole reminiscent of the old Boston court.


Wednesday 14 October 2020

First Look: PUMA’s New Daring RS-FAST

PUMA has made a bold and colourful addition to its iconic RS sneaker franchise by launching the RS-Fast, which takes cues from the early 2000s and blends in futuristic aesthetics.

The RS-Fast is made for the next generation of sneaker lovers, those who are not afraid of daring styling ideas and colourful garments.

The RS family of sneakers has its roots in the 1980s, when PUMA launched its first shoes with “Running System” cushioning technology. In recent years, PUMA has reinvented this style but signature RS elements, such as a bulky silhouette, remain highly recognizable in all RS models.

The RS-Fast’s design features bold branding and highly visible graphics. PUMA moved a minimized formstrip to the midsole, while the company’s leaping cat logo was added to the side. This drop features athletic colourways and mesh and textile uppers with suede and synthetic overlays, updated midsole pods and a new TPU heel.

Run and grab your pair of RS-Fast (R1 999) today from PUMA.com, PUMA stores and select retailers.


Monday 12 October 2020

First Look: New Balance 327 - 'Rainbow'

For the New Balance 327, the retro-inspired silhouette is constructed with white nylon and embellished with red, orange, pink, green, purple, and blue suede overlays.

The medial lacestays are decorated with an LGBTQ+ rainbow flag, whilst the tongue tab boasts a heart-shaped NB motif.

The New Balance 327 - 'Rainbow' drops 17 October at selected retailers.


Thursday 8 October 2020

First Look: adidas Yeezy QNTM - 'Teal Blue'

The Yeezy QNTM Teal Blue features an upper composed of jacquard that provides a soft, resilient thread with a synthetic suede overlay that offers toe protection and durability.

Reflective material on the heel counter emits light in darkness. YZY QNTM elevates the cushioning experience with a re-engineered full-length drop-in Boost midsole that provides optimal comfort where consumers need it most.

A semi-translucent clear TPU cage wraps the Boost and adds a distinct design element to the model while the herringbone patterned rubber outsole offers optimal traction.

The adidas Yeezy QNTM - 'Teal Blue' drops 10 October at selected retailers.


Wednesday 7 October 2020

adidas Originals Dropped the new ZX 2K BOOST

Since its original launch in 1984, the adidas Originals ZX series has been at the cutting edge of running shoe design. While ZX has often stood proud as adidas’ proving ground for new tech, today the brand flips this rich history of innovation on its head, celebrating the uniquely satisfying qualities of the ZX 2K silhouettes. Reimagining the next generation of ZX through a unique lens, adidas Originals’ latest campaign champions comfort in whatever form it takes. Alongside the latest campaign, the brand is launching four new ZX sneakers, bringing two striking color updates to the ZX 2K BOOST and ZX 2K FLUX models respectively.

Innovated for the ultimate squish, adidas Originals brings two bold new colourways to the ZX 2K BOOST model. Each pair features wrapped BOOST tooling as well as striking ombre color-palettes. First up, the women’s exclusive model is comprised of a clean white mesh upper with a vivid gradient sole that transitions from shock pink to blue. Then, the men’s pair takes the forward thinking look to a comfy new dimension with a white mesh upper, contrasting stripes that transition from blue to solar red, and a matching gradient sole.

Then, turning to the ZX 2K FLUX model, adidas Originals celebrates the surreal with wraparound gradients and splashes of colour. First, the women’s exclusive model features a white mesh upper with contrasting black stripes, blue hits, shock pink accents, and an all-white Adiprene X outsole. Meanwhile, the men’s pair features a white mesh upper with contrasting shock pink stripes and a gradient outsole which transitions from shock pink at the toe to blue at the heel.

More squish, more squeeze, more comfort. The next chapter of ZX is available online and at adidas Originals stores with prices starting from R2299.

Tuesday 6 October 2020

Check Out PUMA’s New Wildcats Collection

PUMA’s Wildcats Collection of apparel and footwear is made for those who like to walk on the wild side.

With a combination of contrasting animal prints, pops of orange and yellow, fresh material mixes and accented details on the kicks and clothing, the Wildcats Collection was made to dominate.

Available from 2 October 2020, the collection includes the Classics AOP Logo Tee (R449), Classics Graphics AOP Crew Sweat (R899), Classics AOP MR Legging (R599), TFS Track Jacket AOP Woven (R1 499) and TFS Track Pants (R1 299).







The
footwear – featuring animal printed synthetic pony hair effect overlays in a variety of prints – includes the Cali Sport Wildcats (R1 699), RS-X3 Wildcats (R1 999) and Ralph Sampson MC Wildcats (R1 499).

The Future Rider Wildcats (R1 599) as well as updated colourways of the Cali Sport Wildcats, RS-X3 Wildcats, Classics AOP Logo Tee and Classics AOP MR Legging will drop on 6 November 2020.

Selected items from the Wildcats Collection will be available from PUMA.com and selected retailers.