There seems to be something in the water. Stacked soles have run amuck from the Air Jordan 1 "Elevate" to the Vans "Stackform" and the Converse Chuck Taylor "Lift." Brand after brand is delivering women-centric platform models, engaging both newbies in the sneaker space and collectors looking to add a lifestyle silhouette to their rotations.New Balance is the latest to join in on the trend with the 574+, a classic silhouette updated with a 37mm (1.5 inch) sole. The women's exclusive is currently...
The Air Jordan 2 returns to the limelight as a canvas for high-profile collaborations ranging from Off-White™'s vintage-inspired pair to Nina Chanel Abney's two-part drop.Manila-based retailer TITAN is the latest to reinterpret the AJ2, bringing freshness to the silhouette with a tropical colorway and mixed media construction. The design is a love letter to basketball culture, with original art depicting Cynthia Cooper, Clyde Drexler, Michael Jordan and Dirk Nowitzki.No detail was overloo...
Back in 2018, Nike debuted the "Reimagined" collection — an assortment of stylized sneakers created for women and designed by a team of female creatives. The assortment included an espadrille-inspired Air Jordan 1 Lover XX, a transparent AJ1 boot dubbed the "Explorer," an asymmetric lacing "Rebel" model and a slip-on take on the classic Air Force 1 silhouette.The women's Nike Air Force 1 Lover XX returns in three colorways, off-white, black and a very autumnal "Cinder Orange." The rerelease co...
adidas has announced the new status of its partnership with Ye and his YEEZY line following the rapper's controversial show at Paris Fashion Week. In a statement provided by an adidas spokesperson, the company unveiled its decision to place the affiliation under review:adidas has always been about creativity, innovation and supporting athletes and artists to achieve their vision. The adidas Yeezy partnership is one of the most successful collaborations in our industry’s history. We are proud o...