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SoleFly x Air Jordan 3 Samples Revealed

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Mario Briguglio
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UPDATE 12/11/25: Another SoleFly Jordan 3 sample has surfaced below courtesy of @ayeelectric_.

Original Story 12/4/25:
The SoleFly x Air Jordan 3 Samples have started circulating online, giving the community a look at two early ideas that didn’t make the cut. SoleFly’s long partnership with Jordan Brand means plenty of unseen prototypes exist, yet these pairs stand out because they reveal how wide the design conversations originally stretched.

One sample pair goes all-in on a bold palette. The upper leans into a bright, highlighter-style orange with two distinct shades working against each other. Green hits appear on the heel and outsole, while a pre-aged midsole and cream laces add a vintage edge. It feels like a playful twist on Miami colors, which fits SoleFly’s history.

The second pair is more familiar, yet still new. It swaps the orange suede used for the toe and heel for textured grey suede, features orange piping around the toe box, and reverses the heel branding to an orange-on-green Nike Air logo. It feels like an alternate timeline for the final retail iteration.

The official collab drops December 5th through SoleFly. Raffles have closed, and there’s still no confirmation of a wider launch. Fans now have even more reason to compare these SoleFly x Air Jordan 3 Samples with the retail pair once it arrives.

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Photos: dadeasskickz

Kith Treats Frosted Flakes Collection Brings Cereal-Box Nostalgia To Kithmas

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Kith Treats x Frosted Flakes collection shows up just in time for Kithmas, pulling straight from the kind of cereal-box nostalgia most people grew up with. Kith mixes that classic Frosted Flakes look with its own streetwear language, creating a capsule that feels familiar the moment you see it.

Tony the Tiger artwork is everywhere—retro sketches, stitched slogans, and even those racing-style patches that feel pulled from old motorsport jackets. Kith tweaks its Italics branding too, giving it that cereal-box wink without going overboard. Accessories round things out, adding small home items that quietly extend the theme beyond the clothes.

Pieces like the racing jackets and heavyweight fleece carry the most personality, but the simpler embroidered crewnecks hit that everyday lane fans love.

The Kith Treats x Frosted Flakes collection lands December 12th in KITH stores and online at 11 AM EST.

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Kith Treats x Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes
Release Date: December 12, 2025

Nike Air Force 1 Low Combines “Cargo Khaki Croc” Leather And Morse Code Detailing

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Cargo Khaki Croc” lands with that familiar, rugged look the AF1 always seems to wear well.

The base is simple enough— a blackout sole, nothing fancy, and then the upper steps in with a muted green shade that feels straight out of a field jacket. Green Croc leather really bring character to this shoe. It’s the first thing you notice once the light hits it.

Nike manages to slip the Morse Code in there again. They’ve peppered it here and there, sort of as a catchphrase if you will.

Nike has it lined up for Spring 2026. Check for pairs via Nike.com and select retailers.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Cargo Khaki Croc”
Color: Cargo Khaki/Black-Metallic Gold
Style Code: IQ3370-325
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

NBA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Phantom” Delivers A Minimal Take On Basketball Culture

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Mason Tiniuc
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The NBA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Phantom” takes a familiar idea and gives it a calmer, almost hidden twist. At first glance, it just looks like another clean white AF1, the kind everyone has owned at least once. But once you look closer, the shoe starts talking. The mesh tongue feels straight out of an NBA home jersey, and the black tongue tag gets a little life from its orange basketball graphic.

Nike didn’t stop there. The league logo sits quietly under the black leather heel tab, then shows up again on the insoles. The big surprise is underneath: a large NBA hit pressed into the translucent outsole, almost like a watermark you only notice when the light hits right. It’s subtle, which fits the AF1’s long history of letting details carry the attitude instead of loud colors.

Some shops dropped early pairs already, and the wider Nike.com launch rolls out late 2025/early 2026.

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NBA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Phantom”
Color: Phantom/Black-White-Brilliant Orange
Style Code: IQ0293-030
Release Date: 2026
Price: $130

Fear of God adidas Partnership Officially Ends As Jerry Lorenzo Confirms Final Chapter

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Mario Briguglio
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The Fear of God adidas partnership is officially closing, marking the end of a unique era that blended high-fashion ideas with performance-minded design. Jerry Lorenzo confirmed the news during a conversation with Aria Hughes on Complex’s PLEASE EXPLAIN series, explaining that his contract with adidas runs for two more months and will not be renewed. The announcement didn’t surprise longtime followers, though hearing it directly from Lorenzo gives the moment real weight.

He reflected on the partnership with a balanced tone. Both Fear of God and adidas, he said, accomplished what they initially aimed to build together. The collaboration also provided his team with meaningful lessons, especially regarding large-scale product creation. Yet Lorenzo acknowledged a clear tension between Fear of God’s slow, intentional development philosophy and adidas’ quicker, performance-driven production timeline. That creative mismatch made long-term alignment difficult.

Lorenzo also highlighted several models from the partnership that still stand out. He expressed pride in sneakers like the Basketball I, the Los Angeles Runner, and The ’86 Low — a pair he jokingly labeled an “Air Force 1 killer.” He even touched on the early concept behind Fear of God Athletics II, which originally aimed to invite luxury houses like Prada into the basketball world, though that vision never fully materialized.

One last sneaker remains in the pipeline. The Fear of God Athletics Basketball III, previewed during Derrick Rose’s recent event, is expected to launch in 2026 despite the partnership formally ending in December.

Fans can watch the full interview HERE for deeper context around the Fear of God adidas partnership and its timeline.

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Nike Ja 3 “Bright Pink” (Pink Foam) Releases December 2025

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Mario Briguglio
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UPDATE 12/11/25: According to Foot Locker, the Nike Ja 3 “Bright Pink” (Pink Foam) will release December 20th, 2025 for $125 USD.

Original Story 11/8/25:
The Nike Ja 3 “Bright Pink” takes a tasteful new spin on Ja Morant’s signature line. Inspired by Ja’s passion for Japanese jellybean candy, this unique colorway pops with an energetic, youthful vibe you can’t help but notice. The woven upper mixes soft, pastel pinks with saturated magentas, while the bright orange laces are the neon cherry on top.

A gradient magenta-to-yellow Swoosh lends the shoe a sense of motion, almost like a photo filter’s motion blur — which is apt for a guard who plays at warp speed. Underfoot, the full-length ZoomX cushioning returns, offering the spring and responsiveness hoopers who cut, shift, and rise will appreciate. The translucent outsole shows off that tech while keeping the shoe visually light. That small “Twelve” hit on the heel is a subtle personal stamp sneakerheads will notice.

Compared to the story-driven “Uncle Phil” and “At Dawn” pairs, this one feels fun — pure hoop energy without overthinking.

Nike Ja 3 Bright Pink Release Date

The Nike Ja 3 “Bright Pink” is set for December 20, 2025 at Nike Basketball retailers and Nike.com for $125 USD.

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Nike Ja 3 “Bright Pink”
Color: Pink Foam/Hyper Pink-Silt Red-Sundial
Style Code: HF2793-601 / HF2794-601
Release Date: December 20, 2025
Price: $125

Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 Elite Soccer Cleats Releasing December 2025

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Mario Briguglio
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UPDATE 12/11/25: Both the Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 cleats will release December 15, 2025 for $305 USD each via SNKRS.

Original Story 12/8/25:
The Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 Elite Cleats are landing as Nike is on deck for the 2026 World Cup’s worldwide attention. The crossover is inherently linked to Kobe’s story, the union of two sports that made him who he was. The tournament is set to take place across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, so Nike seems prepared to connect major narrative play with the field.

Recent leaks show two Phantom 6 builds—a high and a low—created as special editions honoring Kobe. The design uses a white, reptile-inspired texture that echoes past Mamba sneakers. Iridescent green hits stand out across the forefoot Swoosh, heel counter, and tongue logo. Each pair also includes custom “Mamba” insoles, giving the cleats a personal touch that feels earned rather than forced.

The fit here makes sense for Kobe’s history. He developed a passion for soccer as a child growing up in Italy. And his connection to AC Milan was nothing new. It extended for decades after his return to the U.S., growing even more meaningful due to his friendship with Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi. This project is an extension of that lifelong bond that fans will instantly see.

Both versions of the Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 Elite Cleats drop December 15, 2025 for $305 each.

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Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 Low Elite FG SE
Color: Phantom/Black
Style Code: IF4392-001
Release Date: December 15, 2025
Price: $305

Kobe Bryant x Nike Phantom 6 High Elite FG SE
Style Code: IF4394-001
Release Date: December 15, 2025
Price: $305

Photos: prm.cotd

Brain Dead x adidas Holiday 2025 Collection Releases December 18th

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Brain Dead x adidas Holiday 2025 Collection is a familiar blast to the early-2000s. Sneakers, apparel, and accessories are all decked out in reflective accents, shaped panels, and vintage techy details that the brand leaned into back in the day. The entire aesthetic of the capsule evokes a blend of the sports brand’s early experiments in athleisure and the vaguely glitchy aesthetic of early tech, which is fitting for Brain Dead.

The apparel lineup pushes that theme even further. A Climacool track set arrives with Noragi-style construction, while a metallic football jersey and matching shorts echo past adidas uniforms. Additional tops, pants, and tees carry Brain Dead graphics, custom crests, and the odd experimental detail that longtime fans will appreciate. Accessories stay focused with a functional sling bag and a simple beanie.

Two footwear models headline the capsule. The Climacool 2 features metallic vents, reflective green mesh, and bright yellow accents for a retro-futuristic spin. Meanwhile, the Taekwondo Mei keeps things understated with a black upper, clean white stripes, and an off-white sole. Both pairs mirror earlier Brain Dead collaborations that blended archival storytelling with modern tweaks.

Adding a playful twist, the brands also created two gaming-inspired collectible figures. These items aren’t for direct sale and will be raffled only through the CONFIRMED app.

Release Date & Where To Buy

The Brain Dead x adidas Holiday 2025 Collection launches December 18th via CONFIRMED, select adidas doors, partner retailers, and Brain Dead’s site.

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Brain Dead x adidas Taekwondo
Color: Silver Metallic/Core Black-Footwear White
Style Code: JQ9215
Release Date: December 18, 2025
Price: TBA

Brain Dead x adidas Taekwondo
Color: Black/Footwear White-Warm Vanilla
Style Code: JQ9303
Release Date: December 18, 2025
Price: TBA

Brain Dead x adidas Climacool 2
Color: Core Black/Impact Yellow-Silver Metallic
Style Code: JQ6793
Release Date: December 18, 2025
Price: TBA

Undefeated x Nike Air Max 95 “Shanghai” Limited To 600 Pairs

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Mario Briguglio
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The Undefeated x Nike Air Max 95 “Shanghai” adds another hard-to-get city exclusive to Nike’s 2025 lineup, keeping the “City Pack” story moving. This pair takes cues from the popular “Opti Yellow” look, blending bright hits with soft grey suede to create a mix that feels classic but still fresh. The signature Air Max 95 gradient and stacked materials bring that layered depth fans love, making it an easy pick for collectors.

Undefeated adds thoughtful touches throughout. One lateral panel switches to a bold branded stripe, while the insoles feature the tally mark–Swoosh combo and a numbered Shanghai tag. These tweaks feel intentional rather than loud, similar to how the brand approached its previous New York pair. Custom lace locks and a yellow-tinted Air unit round out the boutique-collab attitude.

This drop is extremely limited, with only 600 individually numbered pairs available. A raffle is open now and closes December 12th at 11 PM PST, with winners required to pick up at UNDEFEATED Shanghai Tianping Road or Shanghai Taikoo. Because of the tight allocation and in-person pickup requirement, this release instantly becomes one of the most elusive Air Max 95 launches of the year.

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Undefeated x Nike Air Max 95 “Shanghai”
Color: Black/Opti Yellow-Pearl Grey-Light Charcoal-Light Graphite
Style Code: IB4523-002
Release Date: December 12, 2025
Price: $200

Nike Air Max 90 With “Black Croc” Overlays

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Nike Air Max 90 “Black Croc” lands with a premium twist that feels tailored for collectors who love heritage updates.

This colorway brings a clean Sail base balanced by sharp Black overlays and croc-skin textures, a detail that subtly nods to past luxury-leaning Air Max experiments. The mix of Anthracite and Light Smoke Grey keeps the palette grounded while giving the classic Tinker blueprint a modern edge.

Croc panels wrap the mudguard and midfoot, adding depth without overpowering the silhouette. Moreover, the glossy finish plays nicely against the smooth upper, creating a layered look that feels intentional rather than flashy. Grey hits on the Swoosh and eyestays pair with the sculpted midsole, which still houses that familiar visible Air unit.

The Nike Air Max 90 “Black Croc” releases December 23rd with full launch details on SNKRS and select shops.

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Nike Air Max 90 “Black Croc”
Color: Sail/Black-Anthracite-Light Smoke Grey
Style Code: IO4468-100
Release Date: December 23, 2025
Price: $155

The Nike Air Force 1 Low Pack Returns With Retro Heel Branding Done Right

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Mason Tiniuc
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This Nike Air Force 1 Low Pack slides back into the spotlight with a look that feels casually familiar.

The new heel script is the first thing that jumps out. It’s clean, a little old-school, and it shifts the energy of the shoe without forcing it. The Swoosh gets thicker embroidery this time, and the woven center gives it a softer, handmade vibe you notice right away.

Both colorways stay pretty mellow. The “Cool Grey/Team Crimson” pair carries a quiet flash that reminds me of early streetwear shots taped to bedroom walls. The “Black/Dark Smoke” version keeps things steady for people who rotate one pair until it’s cooked. None of the changes feel dramatic, but they land well, and they give the AF1 a small nudge forward without losing what people love.

Dropping Spring 2026 for $125, the Nike Air Force 1 Low Retro Pack lands through Nike.com and select retailers.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low
Color: Black/Smoke Grey
Style Code: IB6842-002
Release Date: 2026
Price: $125

Nike Air Force 1 Low
Color: Cool Grey/Team Crimson-Summit White-Rust Factor
Style Code: IB6842-001
Release Date: 2026
Price: $125

Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Pastels” Brings Soft Spring Energy Into 2026

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Pastels” brings a calm, seasonal look to one of Jordan Brand’s most familiar silhouettes.

The colorway blends “Anthracite” with muted “Muslin,” “Iris Whisper,” and “Sail,” tapping into the soft-tone trend that has shaped several recent AJ1 Low drops. Suede overlays add texture, while the faux-aged midsole echoes the vintage finishes seen on past “Reimagined” releases.

This pair feels like a modern nod to earlier neutral AJ1 color stories, yet it still pushes the line into fashion-forward territory. The mix of washed tones works well for spring rotations and adds a subtle twist without chasing louder palettes. It’s the kind of understated update that often ends up aging well in collections.

Jordan Brand will launch the Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Pastels” in Spring 2026, with pairs available through Nike.com and usual retail partners.

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Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Pastels”
Color: Anthracite/Muslin-Iris Whisper-Sail
Style Code: IB7109-004
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Nike Vomero Plus “Life Lime” Shines With A Cosmic Twist

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Nike Vomero Plus “Life Lime” surfaces with a vivid mix of Life Lime and Smoke Grey, offering a fresh spin on the model’s legacy of clean-cut runners.

This color story nods to a cosmic theme, a lane Nike revisits every few years with pairs that push subtle storytelling over loud graphics. The insole’s milky way star layout hints at the shoe’s muse, giving this drop a quiet personality that stands out without trying too hard. Reflective hits across the upper add a starlike flash on night runs, which feels like a smart touch for daily wear.

A soft yellow-and-grey blend ties the palette together, while the included purple towel leans deeper into the space angle. This small accessory may remind some fans of past Nike capsules that paired shoes with themed extras.

The Nike Vomero Plus “Life Lime” launches January 2026, and shoppers can expect pairs on Nike.com and at usual retailers.

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Nike Vomero Plus
Color: Life Lime/Smoke Grey-Vast Grey-Life Lime
Style Code: IQ3440-751
Release Date: January 2026
Price: TBA

Nike ACG Izy “Linen” Delivers Easygoing Utility

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Mason Tiniuc
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The Nike ACG Izy “Linen” lands with that easygoing, earthy vibe ACG fans know well.

The model blends classic slip-on comfort with trail-ready touches, echoing past ACG mules that quietly built a cult following. This “Linen” colorway leans warm and neutral, using soft suede and Hemp Yellow tooling to create a look that feels both lived-in and outdoorsy. It’s the kind of drop that fits everything from campsite mornings to quick city errands.

The upper keeps things simple with a front zipper and padded collar. Small details, including the stitched Swoosh and woven ACG tag, add character without shouting. Meanwhile, the rugged sole recalls earlier ACG silhouettes with its textured traction, wavy lines, and signature circular window. That mix of nostalgia and function gives the Izy a subtle charm.

With its cozy build and understated palette, this pair feels like a natural extension of modern ACG design.

The Nike ACG Izy “Linen” releases Spring 2026 via Nike.com and select retailers.

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Nike ACG Izy
Color: Linen/Hemp Yellow-Black-Light Khaki
Style Code: IH3750-200
Release Date: 2026
Price: $130

Nike ReactX Rejuven8 “Touch Grass” Slides Blend Meme Culture With Cozy Design

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Mason Tiniuc
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The .SWOOSH x Nike ReactX Rejuven8 Slide brings the “touch grass” meme into sneaker culture with a clever outdoor twist. Nike nods to digital chatter again, similar to past playful colorways that turned internet phrases into real products. This drop follows that lineage while leaning deeper into humor and texture.

The two-slide pack mirrors the meme perfectly. One pair features a dead-grass print, while the other shows bright green turf for a livelier mood. Inside, a faux-fur footbed creates a soft, grassy feel that adds a fun sensory angle. The embroidered open-hand cursor on the heel acts like a wink to anyone who has heard the phrase online. It is an easy detail to appreciate.

The .SWOOSH x Nike ReactX Rejuven8 Slide “Touch Grass” Pack arrives on December 19, 2025, through Nike SNKRS. The Wheat look lands at $85, and the Kelly Green version lands at $75.

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.SWOOSH x Nike ReactX Rejuven8 Slide
Color: Wheat/Sail-Gum Dark Brown
Style Code: IR0860-700
Release Date: December 19, 2025
Price: $85

.SWOOSH x Nike ReactX Rejuven8 Slide
Color: Kelly Green/Vibrant Yellow-Mosswood Brown
Style Code: IO9763-300
Release Date: December 19, 2025
Price: $75

UNDEFEATED x Nike Air Max 95 “Neon” Arrives As A New York Exclusive

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Mario Briguglio
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The UNDEFEATED x Nike Air Max 95 “Neon” brings one of the model’s most recognizable colorways back into focus, this time through a New York–only launch capped at just 600 pairs. UNDEFEATED has been stacking wins all year, yet this pair feels especially targeted at collectors who love heritage-driven twists on classics.

The design keeps the beloved gradient layout while introducing hairy suede overlays, a neon jewel Swoosh, and a repeating UNDEFEATED stripe that cuts across the sidewalls. The lace locks match the bright accents, and the revamped tongue patch nods to the U.S. flag. Underfoot, the outsole reveals bold UNDEFEATED branding paired with a glowing Big Bubble unit, creating a look that enhances the OG story instead of competing with it.

Small touches shape the NYC edition’s identity. The insole arrives individually numbered out of 600, and the neon palette feels right at home with the city’s energy. It’s a clever blend of nostalgia and new ideas, something UNDEFEATED has leaned into since revisiting the Air Max 95 earlier this month with their Black and Sail pairs.

The NYC version of the raffle is now active via EQL HERE, this time with in-store pickup exclusively at UNDEFEATED New York. Entries will close on Thursday, December 11th at 10 AM EST, and it’s sure to be extremely competitive based on early interest.

You still have three more geo-exclusive colorways to look forward to if you don’t win this time around, but the UNDEFEATED x Nike Air Max 95 “Neon” is the standout from the pack.

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UNDEFEATED x Nike Air Max 95 “Neon”
Color: Black/Neon Yellow-Light Charcoal-Light Graphite
Style Code: IB4523-004
Release Date: December 12, 2025 (NYC Only)
Price: $200

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