The 20th Anniversary of the Nike Air Max 97 continues and the brand has a few original colorways coming. Launching during this weekend is the Nike Air Max 97 OG ‘Volt’.

This Nike Air Max 97 comes dressed in its original color theme while using Black, Volt and Metallic Silver. Featuring Black and Metallic Silver across the uppers, the highlight is the Volt accents which lands on the Nike Swoosh, tongue, heel and within the Air Max unit. Finishing the look is 3M Reflective accents on the uppers.

Nike Air Max 97 OG ‘Volt’
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Black/Volt-Metallic Silver-White

The second generation of the iconic NMD silhouette, the NMD_R2 then receives 2 new treatments; the original design assumes a charcoal Primeknit wool blend construction with welded overlays and a black leather heel-patch, while the new NMD_C2 Chukka model combines texture and tone through a felt textile upper in heather brown with tonal details including a deconstructed leather heel-patch.

The adidas Originals NMD_R2 by wings+horns will be launching on Thursday 26th of October at limitEDitions Barcelona.

For the latest drop of A//D Parallel Dimension, adidas Originals presents two fresh iterations of Adistar Comp A//D + TwinStrike A//D silhouettes in a contemporary colorways and innovative new materials.

Eschewing the beige and tan tones from last month, the new colorways feature cool blues and techy greys with pops of gold. The heel tabs and lining are now redesigned in striking red. Each pair still offers a mostly-mesh upper with hits of premium suede and thick shoelaces. Three Stripes branding on the side and rear of the sneakers complete the package.

Both shoes feature a wealth of details alluding to the interdimensional explorations that led to their discovery – including a number that requires closer inspection to uncover.

The latest releases for adidas Consortium A//D Parallel Dimensions will launch at limitEDitions Barcelona on 25th October.

First up, the Twinstrike A//D is constructed with Climacool mesh, premium suede, glossy leathers and reflective details are combined in a striking, futuristic design, finished with a complex ergonomic lacing system for optimum fit.

adidas Consortium A//D Twinstrike
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Clear Granite/Black/Red

The Adistar Comp A//D features a similar material construction of Climacool mesh and premium suede atop the original tooling of its namesake, whilst the shoe’s lacing system is defined by webbing tape panels across the vamp and sides.

adidas Consoritum A//D Adistar Comp
CQ1867
Light Onyx

As the weather begins to change, adidas is hitting the market with souped up versions of some of its most successful silhouettes, including the recent introduction of the Ultra Boost Mid ATR. Now featured in the always popular “Oreo” colorway, the black/white mix of Primeknit is now infused in this winter-ready model, which features a higher ankle for support and a unique coating above the knit upper to protect against the elements.

The shoe is housed by a full Primeknit covered in a mixture of black and white hues that camouflages the signature three stripes branding on the sides. Details like a matte black heel counter, trimming on the extended ankle, pull tabs and a clean white Continental rubber outsole completes this design altogether.

This pair is set to drop on October 24th at limitEDitions Barcelona.

Adidas Ultra Boost Mid ATR “Oreo”
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Core Black/Footwear White

Kasina  is one of the driving forces behind modern Koreas’s thriving streetwear scene. Founded in Busan in 1997, Kasina has since opened stores across the country and overseen the nation’s emergence on the international style stage. Over the past two decades, Kasina and adidas have become frequent collaborators – in May 2016, the adidas concept shop ‘DAS 107 by Kasina’ opened in Seoul’s Hongdae neighborhood.

While the store is a thoroughly contemporary space, the new Kasina Superstar BOOST looks towards both Korea’s heritage and the adidas archive for references. It commemorates the retailer’s 20th anniversary and the opening of its new retail location “1997”.

The major  inspiration comes from “Taesahae”, a traditional form of footwear built by craftsmen and worn by Korean noblemen for several centuries. Elegant and clean, Taesahae are normally made from black and white leather with exposed stitching attaching the upper to the sole. Kasina seeks to mirror the Taesahae’s luxury with this Superstar.

The original Superstar is a classic, its unmistakable rubber shell toe makes it instantly recognizable. Here, Kasina subtly alters the model, the bone white upper is made with lavish nubuck and the shell toe is constructed from the same soft, meticulously tanned leather – replacing the signature rubber cap. A welted leather band outlines the iconic Superstar silhouette and its 3-Stripes branding only appears as tonal stitching on both sides.

The gum sole features a contrasting white seam similar to the Taesahae and is fitted with a BOOST™ midsole to provide modern comfort and cushioning. This juxtaposition captures a central aspect of Korean life: historically referred to as “The white-clad folk”, Korea is a country of rich tradition. However technology, innovation and economic growth has turned its cities into advanced metropolises; modern Korea is a nation where history and the cutting-edge often sit side by side.

A prominent embellishment on the Superstar is the eyelet at the top of the tongue. Made from reddish acetate, it is a nod to mother-of-pearl – the iridescent substance often used for buttons in Korean clothing and furniture design.

Kasina’s Superstar BOOST perfectly demonstrates how a collaborator can breathe new life into a classic model with an already long and fabled history. By exploring Korea’s sartorial heritage, Kasina has helped create outstanding contemporary casual footwear.

adidas Consortium x Kasina – Superstar BOOST
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FTWWHT/FTWWHT/SAND

Philly’s very own UBIQ, teams up with Diadora to release a special version of the N9000 that pays homage to their beloved Philly Cheesesteak.
If you are in Philadelphia, there is only one way a Philly cheesesteak can be ordered. Using the slang “Wiz Wit” for “with cheese whiz” is the inspiration behind the UBIQ x Diadora N9000.

Philadelphia’s UBIQ pays homage to their City of Brotherly Love with another special edition Diadora N9000. Built with premium materials that includes micro-perforated leather, hairy suede, along with speckled midsoles. To mimic the classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich, the shoe comes dressed in Brown, Tan and Yellow color tones. Embossed “Wit and Witout” hits the heels, while the shoe comes with unique to-go plastic cups filled with additional laces.

Check out the detailed images below and look for the UBIQ x Diadora N9000 Wiz Wit to release on Saturday, October 21st at limitEDitions Barcelona .

SNEAKER HIGH TOP
Black / Camouflage / White diagonals
Industrial Belt strap

SNEAKER - JOGGER
VABRAM SOLE - ROLLING GAIT SYSTEM
BLACK WHITE

SNEAKER - JOGGER
VABRAM SOLE - ROLLING GAIT SYSTEM
BLACK BLUE

Japan´s United Arrows & Sons and Italy’s Slam Jam were both established in 1989. Since then, United Arrows & Sons has opened 100 stores throughout Japan while Slam Jam has grown into a European menswear institution with stores in Ferrara and Milan. Both retailers have become the standard-bearers for contemporary fashion in their home countries.

As partner in the Sneaker Exchange 2017, adidas Consortium challenged the two to communicate, collaborate and discover common ground upon which to deliver a sneaker pack. An early conversation topic was construction, and in particular, the textiles used to make great footwear. Together, United Arrows & Sons and Slam Jam present two luxury leisure shoes: a Gazelle and a Campus, each created using materials with a regional context and locally-sourced materials. The execution is experimental – an exploration in how repurposing high-quality textiles can result in outstanding sneakers.

The Campus is the opulent of the duo with an all-white upper. The 100% organic cotton used here is a reference to high-quality Japanese IKEUCHI ORGANIC towelling. The area around the ankle and its interior are also made of terry cloth, giving it a ruffled, distressed appearance with a luxury feel. In Japan it is customary to remove your outdoor shoes upon entering a house. With these Campus one gets the “always at home” feeling. They are even softer than most indoor slippers.

adidas Campus x Slam Jam x UA & Sons
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FTWRWHITE/FTWRWHITE/CHALWHITE

IKEUCHI ORGANIC towelling is used again on the interior of the crimson Gazelle. Its upper is made of Alcantara®, the high-quality and innovative material utilised across countless applications. Founded in 1972 by a joint-venture between Japanese and Italian companies, Alcantara® represents one of the leading Made in Italy brands with a contemporary lifestyle approach. United Arrows & Sons’ design partnership with Slam Jam nods back to a previous collaboration between two companies from their respective nations. There is further modification: replacing the original Gazelle tongue with a ribbed Samba tongue leads to a hybrid that – given the choice of materials – still works harmoniously.

adidas Gazelle x Slam Jam x UA & Sons
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CBURGUNDY/FTWRWHITE/CHALWHITE

While materials and colours are subtle, branding on both models is eye-catching. Besides logo detailing on the tongue labels, “United Arrows & Sons and Slam Jam” appears on the white Campus’ outsole and laces, while “Gazelle” and “Gat-zelle” – the original Japanese name for the model – is printed on either side of its crimson counterpart.

Understated with subtle low-key elegance, Japan and Italy shake hands via this highly conceptual sneaker pack.

John Elliott will launch his next Nike collaboration this week in Europe. Originally debuting at NYFW back in February and again resurfacing on the feet of LeBron James during the NBA Finals, the John Elliott x NikeLab Vandal High comes in two tonal suede colorways with tucked seams as well as exposed stitching on the Swoosh.

John Elliott x Nikelab Vandal High “Sail”
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Sail/Sail-White

John Elliott x Nikelab Vandal High “Anthracite”
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Anthracite/Anthracite-White

This release features a tonal Midnight Navy upper that’s constructed in a mix of leather and ballistic nylon. Completing the look is the shoe’s signature double straps atop a full Gum rubber outsole.

Look for the Nike SF-AF1 Midnight Navy to release on October 6th at limitEDitions Barcelona.


Nike SF-AF1 “Midnight Navy”
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Midnight Navy/Midnight Navy

Nike Running is set to release their newest Nike Zoom Fly SP that pays tribute to the Chicago Marathon .

Perfect for the fall season, this release comes dressed in a Taupe Grey and Obsidian color scheme. It features a translucent, stretch-woven upper that’s lightweight and breathable. Its original designer sketches are seen on the sockliner, along with running-focused graphics on the tongue, upper and midsole.

Nike Zoom Fly SP “Chicago”
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Taupe Grey/Obsidian