Official Photos of the Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance”

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Jul 31, 2026

The Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance” is built as a mismatched pair, but the differences are kept mostly to the smaller details rather than the entire shoe. Both sides use a dark Obsidian base, while the left shoe brings in pink and red and the right shifts those same areas into light and dark blue for an old-school athletic feel.

Those colors show up around the eyelets, collar, heel, midsole, and outsole. Cream laces come installed on both shoes, which helps settle down the split color scheme, but Jordan Brand also includes red and blue sets for a more obvious mismatch.

The materials are a little different from what usually appears on an Air Jordan 3. Mesh replaces some of the standard paneling around the collar and laces, while the tongues have a ribbed, almost sweatshirt-like texture. Dark leather covers most of the upper, with matching navy elephant print wrapping the toe and heel.

Red and blue continue across the heel tabs, lining, insoles, and traction sections underfoot. White Jumpman logos and “AIR” branding are used on both shoes, giving the pair one consistent detail from side to side.

Air Jordan 3 Sports Renaissance Release Date

The women’s Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance” releases August 15, 2026, through Jordan Brand retailers and Nike.com for $205. Check out the official photos below.

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Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance” (W)
Color: Obsidian/Track Red-Chalk
Style Code: CK9246-400
Release Date: August 15, 2026
Price: $205

Photos: @sneakergoodsmiami

Official Photos of the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser”

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

Laser artwork is making its way back into Jordan Brand’s release lineup, and the Air Jordan 1 Low OG will be one of the first pairs to bring it forward again. The same treatment is also expected to return on an Air Jordan 4 “Laser Pack” scheduled for 2027.

The low-top starts with a mix of black and dark brown leather, but most of the attention falls on the etched panels wrapping the toe, eyestays, and sides. Cutting into the leather exposes a lighter shade underneath, making the collection of Jordan logos, lettering, and hand-drawn graphics easier to see. There is a lot packed into the pattern, though the darker palette keeps it from looking overly busy.

Plain black leather fills in the perforated toe box, Swooshes, collar, and heel. Fire Red embroidery on the tongue tags and Wings logos provides the only bright color, while an off-white midsole and dark gum outsole give the shoe a slightly aged finish.

Even the packaging gets involved, with laser-style artwork printed around the Swoosh on the traditional Air Jordan 1 box.

Air Jordan 1 Low OG Laser Release Date

The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser” releases August 22, 2026, through Jordan Brand retailers and Nike.com for $165.

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Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser”
Color: Black/Summit White-University Red
Style Code: IV6750-001
Release Date: August 22, 2026
Price: $165

Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro “Lord of the Rings” Releases August 4th

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

UPDATE 7/31/26: The Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Protro “Lord of the Rings” is expected to release August 4th in adult and grade school sizing. Pricing is set at $155 for adults and $105 for GS pairs. The colorway pulls from the Air Force 1 Mid Kobe wore during a pickup game at Rucker Park in New York City.

Original Story 7/21/26:
The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro “Lord of the Rings” pays tribute to one of the more memorable sneaker moments from Kobe’s career, long before he officially joined Nike.

The story goes back to July 18, 2002, when Kobe made a surprise appearance at Harlem’s legendary Rucker Park for the Entertainer’s Basketball Classic. At the time, he was fresh off winning his third straight NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers. Once word spread that Kobe was playing at Rucker, the park quickly filled with fans hoping to see the Black Mamba up close.

Kobe arrived wearing a bright orange Entertainer’s jersey with his No. 8 on it, matching shorts, and a white-and-orange Nike Air Force 1 Mid. His adidas deal had just ended three days earlier, leaving him as one of the biggest sneaker free agents in basketball. Before signing with Nike the following year, Kobe was seen wearing different brands during this brief in-between period.

That night also gave Kobe one of his most memorable streetball nicknames. Legendary Rucker Park announcer Hannibal called him “Lord of the Rings,” a nod to the three championships he had just won. Kobe backed it up on the court, dropping 31 points and putting on a show for one of basketball’s toughest crowds.

The Air Force 1 connection has its own backstory. Kobe reportedly did not arrive with proper shoes to play in. Local Rucker figure Tiny Bum grabbed a pair of Air Force 1s from his car so Kobe could suit up. The pair was a general-release NYC-themed Air Force 1 Mid, featuring a mostly white upper with orange embroidery, an orange ankle strap, orange tongue details, and NYC branding on the heel.

2002 Nike Air Force 1 Mid NYC Rucker Park — Nike Air Force 1 Mid NYC “Rucker Park” (2002) via @liukangscloset

2002 Nike Air Force 1 Mid Rucker Park with NYC heel tabs — Nike Air Force 1 Mid NYC “Rucker Park” (2002) via @liukangscloset

Nike is now honoring that moment with the Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro “Lord of the Rings.” The shoe carries over the white and orange look tied to Kobe’s Rucker Park appearance while shifting the story onto a low-top Protro version of the classic Air Force 1.

Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro Lord of the Rings Release Date

The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro “Lord of the Rings” is expected to release August 4, 2026 at select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike.com. The pair will be available in men’s sizing with a retail price of $155 USD. Check out the official photos below.

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Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro “Lord of the Rings”
Color: White/Safety Orange
Style Code: IQ3921-100
Release Date: August 4, 2026
Price: $155

Photos: @insanesneaker

Charizard, Pikachu and Gengar Lead the Pokémon x adidas Fall 2026 Collection

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Pokémon and adidas are preparing a character-driven footwear collection that brings three familiar faces to some very different Three Stripes models. Early retailer images show Charizard, Pikachu, and Gengar featured across the Superstar, Pro Model, and Adistar XLG 2.0.

Charizard leads the group on the adidas Superstar, where orange leather is finished with a reptile-like texture across the upper. Removable leather wings attach near the sides, adding one of the more unusual details without covering up the shoe’s familiar shell-toe shape.

Pikachu’s adidas Pro Model takes a much louder approach with bright yellow pony hair and oversized TPU graphics along the side panels. Pikachu’s name is worked into the Three Stripes, while the high-top construction gives the design more room for the character artwork.

Gengar covers the adidas Adistar XLG 2.0 in layered purple shades that fit the Ghost-type Pokémon naturally. The bulky runner already has an exaggerated shape, and the darker color treatment gives it a noticeably different look from the other two pairs.

Character tongue tags, custom insoles, and Pokémon x adidas branding carry across the collection. The Superstar and Pro Model also include Charizard and Pikachu name details along their stripe branding.

This Pokémon x adidas collection is expected to release in Fall 2026.

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Pokémon x adidas Superstar “Charizard”
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Pokémon x adidas Pro Model “Pikachu”
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Pokémon x adidas Adistar XLG 2.0 “Gengar”
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Space Jam-Inspired Air Jordan 11 “Green Screen” Releases November 16th

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

UPDATE 7/31/26: The Air Jordan 11 “Green Screen,” also known as “Monstars,” is now expected to release November 16, 2026, for $255, according to zSneakerHeadz. The date arrives nearly 30 years after Space Jam opened worldwide, while the colorway takes inspiration from the green-screen set used to create the movie’s animated scenes.

Original Story 7/10/26:
Jordan Brand’s Holiday 2026 Air Jordan 11 lineup is starting to look heavily tied to Space Jam, and the “Monstars” colorway gives the movie’s anniversary a different kind of reference.

The pair is expected to release for the film’s 30th anniversary, but the idea is not only about the Monstars from the movie. The green colorway is said to pull from behind-the-scenes photos of Michael Jordan filming his Space Jam scenes in front of a green screen. During production, actors in green bodysuits were used as stand-ins before the animated Monstars were added later.

Early mock-ups from zSneakerHeadz and Sneaker Files show the Air Jordan 11 in a full green suede build with a glow-in-the-dark outsole. Special insoles, themed branding, and 30th Anniversary Space Jam packaging are also expected, but Jordan Brand has not confirmed those details.

This release is joining a bigger Air Jordan 11 Space Jam run for Holiday 2026. The original “Space Jam” 11 is set to return, while a “Space Jam Galaxy” colorway has been reported too. The “Monstars” pair stands apart by pointing back to the filming process instead of only the final movie.

Air Jordan 11 Monstars Release Date

The Air Jordan 11 “Monstars” is currently expected to release November 16, 2026 at select Jordan Brand retailers and Nike.com. Men’s sizing will be available, with the retail price set at $255 USD. More updates should be available closer to the release.

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Air Jordan 11 “Monstars”
Release Date: November 16, 2026
Price: $255

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Nike Wemby 1 Announced With Victor Wembanyama’s New Logo

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Victor Wembanyama now has an official Nike logo, and it arrives as the first clear step toward his own signature line.

The mark debuted in a space-themed video tied to Wembanyama’s “Alien” nickname. A supernova bursts before a pulsar forms his initials, with a sharp “V” stacked over a “W.” It replaces the alien graphic Nike had used around him before and gives the Spurs star a symbol built specifically for future footwear and apparel.

More came with the reveal. Wembanyama has signed a new long-term extension with Nike, keeping him with the brand as his place in its basketball lineup continues to grow.

Nike also announced the Wemby 1, his signature basketball sneaker. Nike hasn’t revealed the shoe yet, so we don’t have much information on how it looks, but expect his new logo to make an appearance.

Wembanyama now joins Nike’s expanding group of signature athletes with a line of his own on the way. A release date for the Nike Wemby 1 has yet to be announced.

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JJJJound x New Balance 740 “Stoneware” Releases August 6th

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

JJJJound has moved on to another New Balance runner from the early 2000s, giving the 740N its familiar “Mushroom” treatment. The Montreal studio keeps the palette quiet, but the shoe still has plenty going on through its mix of mesh, translucent overlays, and darker trim.

Light beige mesh covers most of the upper, with brown synthetic layers wrapping the toe, eyestays, sides, and heel. Charcoal “N” logos and a dark collar lining add contrast. Cream laces soften the look, while small red and navy details show up on the lace loops, tongue labels, and heel cushioning.

The 740N keeps its original setup underfoot, including ABZORB cushioning, a sculpted off-white midsole, and a segmented black rubber outsole. JJJJound branding stays on the insoles, leaving the rest of the shoe close to the standard New Balance design.

You can find the JJJJound x New Balance 740N “Stoneware” widely available August 6, 2026 via New Balance retailing for $130.

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JJJJound x New Balance 740 “Stoneware”
Color: Paper White/Stoneware
Style Code: U740N8M2
Release Date: August 6, 2026
Price: $130

Yomiuri Giants Reveal “Floral” Air Jordan 11 Cleats

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

The Yomiuri Giants have a new Air Jordan 11 cleat to match their latest alternate uniform, carrying the same floral bandana artwork from the team’s jerseys and caps onto the field.

Black mesh and leather make up most of the upper, giving the shoe a familiar Jordan 11 base. The lower section is where the team-specific design takes over, with a dense mix of red, white, black, and grey flowers wrapping around the toe, mudguard, sidewalls, and heel.

Red details continue across the metallic Jumpman near the ankle, the tongue branding, and the cleated traction plate. A white midsole sits between the darker upper and red outsole, keeping the floral print from blending into the rest of the shoe.

The matching pattern also appears throughout the Giants’ alternate uniform, including the jersey, pants, and cap. That coordination carries all the way down to the footwear rather than stopping with a few team-colored accents.

Made exclusively for the Yomiuri Giants, the “Floral” Air Jordan 11 Cleat is not expected to release to the public.

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Size? Revives Two adidas ZX 8000 Prototypes From The Archive

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

Size? is reaching beyond the usual Samba and Gazelle territory for its latest adidas exclusive, bringing back the ZX 8000 in two colorways inspired by early prototype designs.

First released in 1989, the adidas ZX 8000 became one of the defining models from the brand’s ZX running series. Its arrival helped introduce Torsion technology to a wider audience, using a supportive TPU plate through the midfoot that allowed the heel and forefoot to move more independently.

The sneaker also developed a strong following away from running. Bright ZX colorways became closely connected to Germany’s underground club scene during the years following the fall of the Berlin Wall, giving the ZX8000 a lasting place in European sneaker culture.

Both Size? releases revisit familiar pairs with altered color blocking. The “Proto Aqua” keeps the recognizable aqua mesh base while switching the placement of the purple and yellow accents found on the original version.

A second pair draws from the 1998 “Germany” colorway. Black and yellow sections have been rearranged to create a darker look while still maintaining the national color theme that inspired the original release.

The Size? x adidas ZX 8000 “Proto Aqua” and “Proto Germany” will release August 6, 2026, exclusively through Size?. Each pair is priced at £110, which converts to roughly $150.

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adidas Originals and Willy Chavarria Introduce The Pink Megaride

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Mario Briguglio

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Jul 31, 2026

Willy Chavarria and adidas Originals are giving the Megaride AG its loudest look yet, covering the oversized runner in a bright pink finish from top to bottom.

The colorway first appeared during Chavarria’s Spring/Summer 2026 runway show at Paris Fashion Week in June 2025. It quickly became one of the most talked-about shoes from the presentation, following several earlier Megaride releases from the ongoing partnership.

Bubblegum served as the main inspiration, bringing a playful edge to a silhouette already known for its exaggerated proportions. Multiple shades of pink run across the leather, oiled suede, mesh and translucent overlays, while the sculpted Megaride cushioning system continues the tonal treatment underfoot.

Bright red Chavarria lettering on both tongues breaks up the monochromatic design. Each pair also includes a removable pink-and-red silicone keychain charm, along with special pink packaging and an additional Chavarria silicone accessory.

The Willy Chavarria x adidas Megaride AG “Pink” releases August 7, 2026, through the adidas CONFIRMED app for $200. Entries are currently open.

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Willy Chavarria x adidas Megaride AG “Pink”
Color: Clear Pink/Power Red
Style Code: KI7006
Release Date: August 7, 2026
Price: $200

Nike Air Rejuven8 “Camo Pack” Adds Tortoiseshell Style To The Recovery Shoe

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Two camouflage colorways are coming to the Nike Air Rejuven8 in August 2026. The “Black Camo” and “Barkroot Brown Camo” pairs both keep the model’s usual slip-on build, with the print worked into the molded outer cage instead of covering the full shoe.

The darker pair starts with a black knit bootie, matching laces, and black foam tooling. Its semi-translucent shell carries a smoky black camouflage pattern across the diamond cutouts, while a white Swoosh on the lateral side adds the only real break in color.

Barkroot Brown adds a little warmth to the pack. Brown knit is fitted under a shiny brown-and-black cage that reminds us of a tortoiseshell once the shades play through the mesh. Black laces and a black sole refrain from overcrowding the look, while the side Swoosh lands in a muted brown hue.

Both versions use the same lightweight foam sole and ventilated shell found on the standard Air Rejuven8. The Nike Air Rejuven8 “Camo Pack” will release in August 2026 through Nike.com and select retailers.

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Nike Air Rejuven8 “Camo” (W)
Color: Black/White
Style Code: IU3167-002
Release Date: August 2026
Price: TBA

Nike Air Rejuven8 “Camo” (W)
Color: Black/Barkroot Brown
Style Code: IU3167-001
Release Date: August 2026
Price: TBA

DTLR Gives The New Balance 2010 A Blacked-Out “Carbon Fiber” Makeover

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

DTLR is continuing its run of New Balance exclusives with a “Carbon Fiber” edition of the 2010. The colorway keeps nearly the entire shoe black, then breaks it up with silver branding, reflective laces, and a few exposed technical details.

Black mesh forms the base across the toe, sides, and heel. Suede overlays run around the mudguard and rear, while ribbed synthetic panels fill in the rest of the upper. Metallic silver “N” logos stand out on the side panels, with matching New Balance badges on the tongue and heel.

Carbon fiber shows up around the heel and lace area, marking the first time the material has been used on the New Balance 2010. A silver midfoot plate adds another flash of contrast below, while the sculpted black midsole and rubber outsole keep the rest of the shoe locked into the same dark finish.

You can cop the DTLR x New Balance 2010 “Carbon Fiber” beginning August 5, 2026, at DTLR exclusively for $145.

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DTLR x New Balance 2010 “Carbon Fiber”
Style Code: U20104AR
Release Date: August 5, 2026
Price: $145

Nike Air Force 1 Low “Black/White” Returns With Premium Leather

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Black leather does most of the work on the Nike Air Force 1 Low “Black/White,” though the upper is not built from one uniform finish. Tumbled leather wraps the mudguard, eyestays, heel, and Swoosh, while smoother perforated panels cover the toe box and midfoot.

White appears mostly in the smaller details. It outlines the Swoosh and lands on the tongue label, mini forefoot logo, lace dubrae, heel embroidery, and the “AIR” mark along the midsole. Black laces, lining, and matching tooling keep the rest of the shoe consistent.

A white rubber outsole provides the biggest contrast, with the standard circular tread pattern used on the Air Force 1.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Black/White” releases in Fall 2026 through Nike.com and select retailers for $125.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low
Color: Black/White
Style Code: IV6027-001
Release Date: 2026
Price: $125

Nike Air Max Plus “Tough Red” Fades From Bright Red To Black

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Dressed in a red-to-black gradient, the Air Max Plus receives its newest colorway to date for Fall 2026. Starting off bright red at the toe, the sneaker fades into deeper Mystic Date tones across the midfoot and heel.

Black fills in nearly everything around it. The glossy TPU cage follows the shoe’s familiar wavy shape, while the mudguard, toe cap, laces, tongue, heel panel, and midsole all carry the same dark finish. A small Grey Fog Swoosh sits along the side and adds a lighter break without changing the overall mood.

The bottom half keeps that same approach. Tinted Air units sit inside the black midsole, and the center shank plate moves from red into black. Yellow shows up in smaller doses on the TN heel badges, sockliners, and Tuned Air pods underfoot.

The Nike Air Max Plus “Tough Red” is scheduled to release in Fall 2026 through Nike.com and select retailers. The retail price is set at $190.

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Nike Air Max Plus
Color: Tough Red/Black-Mystic Dates-Grey Fog
Style Code: DM0032-601
Release Date: 2026
Price: $190

New Balance 1890P Debuts in Fairweather Blue and Team Red

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

New Balance is giving the 1890 a tougher look with a plated update that adds more shape and weight to the hybrid runner. The New Balance 1890P still pulls from the 890v3 and the archival 2002, but this version feels noticeably more built-up than the original.

The biggest change appears across the forefoot, where thicker lateral overlays create a firmer, almost protective frame around the upper. Leather also replaces the thinner synthetic material on the teardrop-shaped heel panel, giving the back of the shoe a more substantial finish.

Two colorways are set to introduce the updated model. The “Fairweather Blue” pair leans into cooler tones, while the “Team Red” version takes a warmer approach. Both use mostly flooded color schemes, broken up by contrasting purple shades across the reinforced forefoot.

The New Balance 1890P “Fairweather Blue” and “Team Red” will launch overseas August 19, 2026, via New Balance and select retailers. A domestic release has yet to be announced.

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New Balance 1890P “Team Red”
Style Code: U18902UH
Release Date: August 19, 2026
Price: TBA

New Balance 1890P “Fairweather Blue”
Style Code: U1890787
Release Date: August 19, 2026
Price: TBA

Sleeping Beauty Inspires The Disney adidas Samba Jane

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Mason Tiniuc

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Jul 31, 2026

Disney and adidas Originals are revisiting Sleeping Beauty for an upcoming kids’ release centered on Princess Aurora. The new Samba Jane is expected to be part of a wider Disney Princess collection planned for Fall 2026.

Pink covers most of the shoe, but the design does more than rely on color alone. Lace panels and floral patterns pull from Aurora’s dress, while the low-profile Samba shape stays mostly intact. Instead of the usual tongue and laces, adidas added a patterned strap across the top of the foot, giving the model its Mary Jane-style construction.

The most overt reference is located near the toe, which features a bright pink rose that alludes to Aurora’ Briar Rose persona. Stamped along the lateral side of the shoe is gold Disney branding, and the bottom of the shoe features an image of the princess on the footbed. Even the shoebox receives custom treatment with tissue paper covered in Sleeping Beauty-themed artwork.

The Disney Princess Aurora x adidas Samba Jane will be available in kids’ sizing during August 2026.

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Disney x adidas Samba Jane “Princess Aurora”
Color: Pink/Pink Glow-Gum
Style Code: KK2296
Release Date: August 2026
Price: $65