Aminé Honors Childhood Library With New “Biblioteca 2000” Sneaker
As a child, Grammy-nominated rapper Aminé, real name Adam Amine Daniel, spent hours at the North Portland branch of the Multnomah County Library with friends, browsing books and CDs. Now 31, he’s returning the favor to that childhood landmark with the Biblioteca 2000, his latest New Balance collaboration, set to drop October 3. The shoe […]
John Geiger Expands Into Skateboarding With New Skate Shoe, “SK8-01”
John Geiger is stepping into a new footwear category with his first skate shoe, the SK8-01. Known for his athletic footwear, this shoe marks Geiger’s first design specifically made for skateboarding. The first leaked images of the SK8-01 appear to be early factory prototypes. The photos show different colorways, test logos, and even marked-up edits […]
INEVERHEARDOFYOU Reveals First Original Sneaker Following Nike Cease & Desist
After facing a cease & desist over their “F*ck Off 1s” and other custom takes on Nike and Jordan silhouettes, INEVERHEARDOFYOU is back with another shoe, but this time it’s all their own. The brand just revealed its first original sneaker design, ditching the base of Nike models for a completely independent silhouette. The shoe […]
Sterling Ruby and Vans OTW Introduce the Future Clog
Sterling Ruby’s S.R. STUDIO LA. CA. and Vans OTW have unveiled their latest project, the Future Clog. Inspired by Ruby’s time in the Netherlands, where wooden clogs were a daily staple, the Future Clog reimagines that shape into an oversized, asymmetrical slip-on that blends tradition with futurism. The shoe releases in three colorways: all-white, marbled […]
Crocs Taps the NFL for Multi-Year Footwear Deal
Crocs has officially signed a multi-year deal with the NFL, kicking off a collection that combines football and signature designs. The NFL x Crocs Collection brings Classic Clogs dressed in team colors, mascots, and logos, along with customizable Jibbitz™ charms. The first drop covers 14 teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers, Detroit Lions, […]
A$AP Bari Reveals New Footwear Brand “VARIOUS” With Debut Sneaker, the ZERO
A$AP Bari has launched a new footwear label called VARIOUS, marking his long-awaited return to the sneaker world. The first model under the brand is the ZERO, a chunky design with futuristic details. The ZERO comes in several colorways, including black, acid green, and metallic silver. Early images show a mix of polished pairs and […]
Justin Bieber Reveals First Look at SKYLRK Skate Shoes
Justin Bieber has given a first look at the debut skate shoes from his new brand, SKYLRK. The brand, which he launched earlier this year, is Bieber’s first step back into fashion after leaving his old brand, Drew House. The upcoming skate shoes feature a mix of materials and playful colorblocking. The upper combines smooth […]
Vans Names SZA Artistic Director in Multi-Year Creative Partnership
Vans has announced a new multi-year partnership with SZA, naming the Grammy-winning artist as the brand’s Artistic Director. The collaboration will see SZA working closely with Vans on upcoming campaigns and exclusive product collections that merge her creative vision with the brand’s identity. SZA, known for her genre-bending sound and bold approach to style, has […]
Mexico Threatens Lawsuit Against Adidas x Willy Chavarria for Cultural Appropriation over “Oaxaca Slip-On”
Adidas and U.S. designer Willy Chavarria are facing backlash in Mexico over their upcoming “Oaxaca Slip-On,” a black leather shoe inspired by the traditional huarache sandal. Oaxaca state authorities say the design copies Indigenous work from the Zapotec community of Villa Hidalgo Yalalag without permission or credit. Chavarria, who has Mexican heritage, first revealed the […]
Stevie Williams Calls Out Eric Koston in Explosive Statement About Nike, Skate Culture, and Legacy
Stevie Williams, now going by Lord Williams, has spoken out in a personal and emotional post directed at skateboarding legend Eric Koston. In a message that’s been building for years, Williams says he’s done staying quiet and is ready to address what he sees as long-standing disrespect. In the post, Williams accused Koston of copying […]
