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MENACE adidas Los Angeles Collection Releases With Predator ’94s And Jerseys

Los Angeles football culture runs through MENACE’s new adidas Originals project, which brings the Predator ’94 back into the mix with two Los Ángeles jerseys. The collection pulls from the city’s everyday playing spots — schoolyard pitches, fenced-in blacktops, neighborhood courts — and ties it all to the same sky and late-afternoon sun sitting over LA.

MENACE founder and head designer Steven Mena split the footwear into two sides of that idea. “Cielo” comes in soft sky-blue leather, while the still-unrevealed “Sol” colorway is expected to use suede with a warmer golden-hour feel. Chrome hardware, paisley details, hexagonal adidas lace charms, and MENACE branding on the tongue appear across both pairs.

Chain-link quilting provides Predator ’94 with its most direct Los Angeles reference. The texture mimics fencing that surrounds courts and fields around the city. It’s the type of aesthetic you grow accustomed to seeing when you’re playing games at these venues.

The jerseys follow the same sky-and-sun split without overcomplicating it. Halo White keeps the look toned down with a gothic “LA” hit on the front and a sun-and-teardrop graphic across the back. Hora de Oro, Spanish for golden hour, uses the same artwork but shifts into a marigold-to-red fade for the collection’s warmer side.

MENACE and Fútbol Society will introduce the collection at World of Sound, a free block party in LA’s Fashion District this Saturday from noon to 10 p.m. Live music, food, and early access to the release will be part of the event.

The MENACE x adidas Originals Los Angeles Collection releases July 14, 2026 through MENACE and the adidas CONFIRMED app.

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MENACE x adidas Predator ’94 “Cielo”
Color: Blue Burst/Blue Burst-Light Solid Grey
Style Code: LA6658
Release Date: July 14, 2026
Price: $160

Nike Dunk Low “Bronze Eclipse” Brings Fall Textures To A Classic

The Nike Dunk Low “Bronze Eclipse” opts for a darker fall palette, teaming reddish-brown overlays with Pale Ivory underlays and black suede accents.

The Bronze Eclipse coloring spans the toe box, tongue, eyestays, collar, and heel overlays. While the color itself is timely for the season, the lighter grain pattern built into the material offers a bit more depth than your average smooth leather Dunk.

Pale Ivory brightens things up where needed, appearing on the side panels and heel underlay. Black suede is used liberally throughout the mudguard, Swoosh, eyestays, quarter overlay, and heel tab. This adds the primary texture deviation on the Dunk while still giving the shoe a softer feel that doesn’t stray too far from your traditional pair.

Additions like sail-style laces and a Pale Vanilla midsole hint at subtle aging while black branding, lining, and a traditional rubber outsole round out the look.

You can cop your pair of Nike Dunk Low “Bronze Eclipse” sneakers through Nike.com and select retail outlets Fall 2026 for $130.

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Nike Dunk Low
Color: Bronze Eclipse/Pale Ivory-Pale Vanilla-Black
Style Code: IM4414-200
Release Date: 2026
Price: $130

Hartcopy x adidas BW Army Decon Releases August 2026

Hartcopy’s latest adidas BW Army project does not move far from the shoe’s German Army Trainer roots, and that seems to be the point. This second collaborative drop uses the BW Army Decon, giving the silhouette a softer, more stripped-back build while keeping the upper mostly free of branding. The only real interruption is Hartcopy’s red squiggly stitch on the lateral lace panel, a detail that reads almost like an edit mark left on the shoe.

“Crystal White” and “Halo Gold” make up the collection. The white pair is the more traditional of the two, with soft leather across the upper and off-white hits on the toe, laces, and heel. A gum outsole finishes it off in familiar BW Army fashion.

“Halo Gold” leans more tonal, wrapping the deconstructed shape in matte gold. It uses subtle color variations on the toe, tongue, heel and sole so it doesn’t appear too flat, with the red squiggle stitching providing the only hard contrast on the pair.

The Hartcopy x adidas BW Army Decon Collection releases August 28, 2026 through adidas and select retailers in-store and online.

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Hartcopy x adidas BW Army Decon
Color: Crystal White/Grey One-Gum
Style Code: LA6835
Release Date: August 28, 2026
Price: TBA

Hartcopy x adidas BW Army Decon
Color: Halo Gold/Gum
Style Code: LA6836
Release Date: August 28, 2026
Price: TBA

Imran Potato’s Next Vans Collab Goes Heavy On Texture

Imran Potato’s next Vans project moves from the Knu Skool into two older skate staples: the Half Cab and Old Skool. His early work with Vans helped put more attention on the Knu Skool before the model became a bigger retro play, so seeing the brand circle back to him during this current run makes sense.

Shown during Paris Fashion Week, the upcoming Imran Potato x Vans lineup is not built around matching pairs. The Half Cab takes the louder route with furry underlays and a red-and-black animal print upper. A Potato logo hit appears on the heel, though the texture and pattern already make the collab clear enough.

The Old Skool comes across as more down-to-earth, but still embodies his saturation-forward styling. Deep teal panels are accented by purple trimmets, creating a less conventional color scheme on the timeless low-top.

The Imran Potato x Vans Half Cab and Old Skool are expected to release between Q1 and Q2 2027. Pricing and retailer details have not been announced.

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Imran Potato x Vans Pack
Release Date: 2027
Price: TBA

Steven Victor Teases Red Victor Victor x Nike Air Force 1 ’01

Nike’s revived Air Force 1 ’01 is already building out a stronger story beyond its return with Nigo. The early-2000s version of the classic AF1 is now tied to Victor Victor, the streetwear label founded by music executive Steven Victor.

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was previously seen wearing black and yellow Victor Victor x Nike Air Force 1 ’01 colorways during the NBA Finals. Now, a third pair has surfaced through teaser images shared by Steven Victor himself.

This latest version comes dressed in red leather with clean white Swooshes and black outsoles, following the same bold color-blocking approach seen on the earlier pairs. The Victor Victor dog logo appears on the insoles, while a stitched dog motif is also placed on the lateral side, giving the collaboration its main branded detail without overloading the design.

The Nike Air Force 1 ’01 brings back the beefier shape and extra padding that helped define the model during the early 2000s, an era many AF1 fans still consider one of the shoe’s strongest runs.

Release details for the Victor Victor x Nike Air Force 1 ’01 collection have not been officially announced, but the pack is currently expected to launch in Fall 2026.

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Vans Authentic 44 Gets A Minimal NEIGHBORHOOD Suede Pack

Vans and NEIGHBORHOOD reunite on the Authentic 44 once again, part of a two-piece pack collab tied to their Paris Fashion Week debut. Shinuke Takizawa’s brand plays it somewhat safe, sticking with suede, toned down branding and olive army-inspired lettering rather than completely distorting the vintage Vans formula.

Black suede and chalk white suede make up the pack. Both pairs stay mostly tonal, with debossed wording pressed into the toe box for a stamped look that loosely points to NEIGHBORHOOD’s dog tag-inspired style. It is a small detail, but it gives the shoe its identity without making the design feel crowded.

The sidewalls add the clearest branding hit with etched serif lettering that reads “Craft With Pride Tokyo Est. 1994.” Against the plain suede upper, that line does most of the work and ties the release back to NEIGHBORHOOD’s founding year.

Vans and NEIGHBORHOOD have worked together for close to two decades, and the Authentic has been part of that run before. This latest pack stays simple, but the suede build, tonal finish, and stamped details make it feel more specific to NEIGHBORHOOD than a standard Vans Authentic.

The NEIGHBORHOOD x Vans Authentic 44 Pack releases July 2026 through NEIGHBORHOOD, Vans, and additional retailers.

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NEIGHBORHOOD x Vans Authentic 44
Style Code: VN000XVJ7VJ
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

NEIGHBORHOOD x Vans Authentic 44
Style Code: VN000XVJBLA
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Tyler, The Creator’s Next Converse Pro Leather Comes With A Bold Star Toe

Tyler, The Creator is digging back into Converse’s basketball archive again, and this time the Pro Leather is getting a loud Le Fleur twist.

After helping bring attention to some of Converse’s lesser-used silhouettes through his 1908 program, Tyler appears to be moving toward one of the brand’s more recognizable classics. First looks at the Tyler, The Creator x Le Fleur x Converse Pro Leather have surfaced through his own social posts and overseas sightings, giving the vintage hoops model a playful update without completely changing its shape.

The biggest change comes at the toe. Instead of keeping the front clean, this version adds an oversized rubber star across the toe cap, giving the sneaker a bold detail that immediately separates it from recent inline Pro Leather releases. Le Fleur branding is also worked throughout the design, keeping Tyler’s signature identity attached to the project.

Several colorways have already been spotted, including green and white, silver and green, and white and red pairs. Each comes with thick laces and aged-looking soles, adding to the retro feel. Tyler was also seen wearing a black and cream version at the Jackass: Best and Last premiere, suggesting more pairs could be part of the rollout.

As of now, release details and pricing for the Tyler, The Creator x Le Fleur x Converse Pro Leather Collection have not been announced. With pairs already appearing at Converse Indonesia locations, more information should surface soon.

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Nike Atelier Merc Premium Debuts July 2026 For $450

Nike Atelier is bringing one of its athlete-focused projects to retail with the Merc Premium, a bold hybrid created alongside a custom collection for French soccer star Désiré Doué. The sneaker is expected to release in July 2026 for $450, though Nike has not announced an exact date or confirmed where it will be sold.

Doué’s one-of-one apparel was designed for his first World Cup appearance and will remain exclusive to the athlete. The footwear, however, gives the public a chance to own part of the project—albeit at a price that places it among Nike’s most expensive releases of the year.

The Nike Atelier Merc Premium revives the shape of Ronaldo’s original Mercurial R9 from 1998. Its black leather upper keeps the streamlined look of the legendary soccer boot, which has recently influenced several Nike Cryoshot releases.

Underfoot, Nike swaps the Mercurial’s field-ready setup for the oversized cushioning used on the Pegasus Premium. ReactX and ZoomX foams work alongside full-length Air Zoom underneath.

Neither a traditional soccer boot nor a true running shoe, the Merc Premium lands firmly in the lifestyle category. The combination feels intentionally unconventional, linking a late-1990s football icon with one of Nike’s most advanced modern cushioning systems.

The Nike Atelier Merc Premium is currently expected to launch in July 2026 for $450 through Dover Street Market locations as well as on SNKRS. Check out the official photos of both the black and white colorways below.

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Nike Atelier Merc Premium
Color: Black/Game Royal
Style Code: JK2155-001
Release Date: July 2026
Price: $450

Nike Atelier Merc Premium
Color: White/Game Royal
Style Code: JK2155-100
Release Date: July 2026
Price: $450

New Balance Turns the 1906 and 2002 Into the New 1954

Two of New Balance’s present-day runners are getting combined into one new shoe. The 1954 borrows a 1906-inspired upper and places it atop of a 2002 silhouette, giving New Balance another tiered lifestyle runner without dipping directly into an old style.

Wide premium mesh gives the upper its base, while suede overlays sweep across the sides and build out the shape around the “N” logo. The look is familiar to New Balance’s recent retro-tech direction, but the paneling gives the 1954 its own lane. Underfoot, the model adds ABZORB cushioning in the forefoot for a more comfortable everyday feel.

Three colorways will introduce the silhouette: “Sea Salt,” “Slate Grey,” and “Black.” New Balance keeps the first lineup neutral, which makes sense for a brand-new model. Instead of pushing loud color blocking, each pair lets the mixed materials take care of the work.

The New Balance 1954 releases July 2026 through New Balance and select retailers in-store and online. Each pair will retail for $190 USD.

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New Balance 1954
Color: Sea Salt
Style Code: U19541R3
Release Date: July 2026
Price: $190

New Balance 1954
Color: Slate Grey/Castlerock
Style Code: U195438R
Release Date: July 2026
Price: $190

New Balance 1954
Color: Black
Style Code: U19543VU
Release Date: July 2026
Price: $190

Could This Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low OG Release in 2027?

It’s as if every time Fragment teams up with Air Jordan, the details leak out before anything’s official, yet they still manage to keep things just mysterious enough to reignite the buzz. This newly surfaced Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low sample is no different.

The pair pulls from the familiar “Royal” side of the Air Jordan 1 family, using black leather across the upper with bright blue hits on the toe box, Swoosh, heel, and outsole. A white reverse Swoosh lands on the lateral side, keeping Travis Scott’s signature detail in place, while Fragment’s influence shows through the blue-and-white heel setup and stamped midsole text.

Compared to some of the darker samples that have surfaced recently, this version feels closer to a classic Jordan color blocking formula. The black base gives the shoe a sharper look, while the blue accents keep it connected to Fragment’s usual design language. An aged midsole adds the vintage feel that continues to show up across Travis Scott’s Jordan releases.

The heel details are where the sample starts to separate itself. One shoe features Fragment-style branding, while the other includes Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack markings. Small printed text along the midsole reads “FA27,” which has led to early speculation about a possible Fall 2027 timeline, though nothing has been confirmed by Jordan Brand, Travis Scott, or Fragment Design.

Hiroshi Fujiwara previously teased another navy-toned Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low, and a similar pair was also seen in Fragment #3 magazine. This black, royal, and white version now adds another sample into the mix, suggesting there may be several ideas being tested before any final retail pair is locked in.

For now, the Travis Scott x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Royal” is only an early sample. No release date or launch details have been announced, so this should be treated as a first look rather than a confirmed 2027 release.

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Photos: chickenwop_

Nigel Sylvester Reveals Air Jordan 14 “Purple Ferrari” PE

Nigel Sylvester’s latest Jordan flex comes with a WNBA connection and one of the better Air Jordan 14 PE executions we’ve seen in a while.

Shared by Sylvester on Instagram, the Air Jordan 14 “Purple Ferrari” PE takes the model’s sports-car DNA and moves it away from the usual Red Ferrari comparisons. A rich purple suede upper covers most of the shoe, giving the 14 a much different presence while still keeping the sleek shape that made the silhouette stand out in the late ’90s.

Carbon fiber-style panels run along the midsole and heel, while metallic gold hits appear on the shank plate, heel detail, and the small Ferrari-inspired Jumpman badge near the collar. Black laces, black lining, and black tooling help frame the purple upper, letting the brighter accents do just enough without overcrowding the design.

The pair also keeps several familiar Air Jordan 14 elements intact, including the low-profile tongue setup, shield logo placement, and herringbone traction underfoot. Red “JORDAN” branding across the tongue adds another sharp contrast, while the yellow “XIV” badge on the outsole ties back into the gold hardware seen above.

Sylvester labeled the pair “OTF,” short for “Only The Family,” which makes the message pretty clear. This appears to be one of those Jordan Brand exclusives reserved for players, close friends of the brand, and special WNBA-related moments rather than a standard retail launch.

As of now, the Air Jordan 14 “Purple Ferrari” PE has not been announced for a public release. No retailer details have been confirmed, and unless Jordan Brand shares otherwise, this WNBA PE should be treated as a friends-and-family exclusive.

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Photos: Nigel Sylvester / NT: patchenhz

First Look At The adidas Harden Vol. 11

James Harden’s adidas signature series has always leaned bold, and the Harden Vol. 11 looks like it will keep that identity intact.

A first look at the next model shows a futuristic build dressed in Solar Purple, Dual Violet, and Frozen Lime. The shoe carries over the sculpted direction seen on recent Harden releases, but this version appears even more aggressive through the upper, sidewalls, and forefoot.

Instead of a standard layered basketball shoe setup, the Harden Vol. 11 uses molded PU overlays that flow across the upper and blend into the midsole area. The result is a wavy, carved-out look that gives the shoe plenty of shape from heel to toe. Deep purple tones cover most of the design, while a Frozen Lime panel on the lateral side adds a loud hit of contrast.

Branding is kept fairly minimal, with a small white adidas logo placed near the toe. That choice lets the molded build stand out without extra distractions.

Performance details are still part of the design. An inner bootie setup should help with containment and fit, while tongue and heel pull tabs make the shoe easier to slide on. A larger midfoot support piece also appears along the side, giving the model extra structure to match its heavier visual look.

Now entering its 11th signature model, Harden’s adidas line has reached a level few modern basketball shoes get to. adidas has clearly built a lane around his series — rounded, bold, performance-driven, and easy to spot from the rest of its hoops lineup.

The adidas Harden Vol. 11 is expected to release in December 2026. This “Solar Purple/Dual Violet/Frozen Lime” colorway is currently rumored to arrive around NBA All-Star Weekend on February 19, 2027.

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adidas Harden Vol. 11
Color: Solar Purple/Dual Violet-Frozen Lime
Style Code: HQ3099
Release Date: February 19, 2027
Price: $160

Photo: snkr_collector123

All-Red Nike Air Force 1 Low Covered With Magenta Polka Dots

Nike is giving the Air Force 1 Low a louder polka dot look for Summer 2026, and this one does not hold back on color.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Red Polka Dot” comes in University Red and Light Magenta, with red leather covering most of the upper. The laces, Swoosh, overlays, lining, midsole, and outsole all stay in the same red family, which makes the pink dot pattern stand out even more.

Light Magenta polka dots are placed across the toe box, side panels, eyestays, and heel area. Some sit cleanly across the leather panels, while others are broken up by stitching and overlays, giving the pattern a more natural AF1 feel instead of looking pasted on. The same pink shade appears on the tongue branding, heel Nike Air embroidery, and midsole “AIR” hit.

A silver AF1 lace dubrae adds a small break near the laces, but the rest of the shoe keeps things simple. Nike sticks with the standard Air Force 1 Low build, including the perforated toe box, padded collar, stitched leather panels, and classic cupsole tooling.

This pair also relates to yet another Air Force 1 Low that recently dropped featuring the same polka dot scheme in black and white. While Nike has yet to position it as a complete pack, the mirrored print hints that the brand is teasing a mini spotted AF1 theme.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Red Polka Dot” releases Summer 2026 in University Red/Light Magenta via Nike.com and select retailers.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Polka Dot”
Color: University Red/Light Magenta
Style Code: IR8647-600
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Air Jordan 1 Mid “What The Logo” Goes Heavy On Branding

The Air Jordan 1 Mid “What The Logo” adds a women’s twist to the graphic-heavy series, covering the pink-based design with repeated Jordan branding across the back half of the shoe.

Black-and-white “Jordan,” “Jumpman,” “23,” and “Air” graphics cover the collar, ankle, and heel, so most of the visual weight sits on the back half of the shoe. Rosy pink fills the spaces between the logos, giving the pair some color without making the layout feel too loud from every angle.

A sunset-style gradient Swoosh brings the brightest hit along the side panel. Since the forefoot stays more restrained, the Air Jordan 1 Mid “What The Logo” comes off more focused than a typical “What The” release, even with all the logos packed toward the rear.

The Air Jordan 1 Mid “What The Logo” releases Summer 2026 as a women’s exclusive. Pairs will be available through Nike.com and select Jordan Brand retailers for $140 USD.

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Air Jordan 1 Mid “What The Logo”
Color: Off White/University Red-Fire Pink
Style Code: IX3522-101
Release Date: 2026
Price: $140

Vans Field Pack Adds Camo To Old Skool, Half Cab, Authentic

Vans leans into military references for its Field Pack, bringing the theme across the Half Cab Decon, Old Skool, and Authentic without making every pair feel like the same shoe.

The Old Skool gets the most detailed treatment. Its side panel features a netted layer inspired by World War II helmet covers, and Vans designed that material to wear away over time so another layer shows through underneath. It gives the shoe a more broken-in feel, which fits the field gear concept better than a straight camo makeover.

Camouflage still shows up in the pack, giving the collection a more obvious link to military uniforms while also fitting the wider return of camo in streetwear. The black-and-white pairs take a different route. Instead of leaning on a full print, they pull more from combat boots and dog tags. On the Authentic, the toe hardware brings back some of that pearlized Vans feel and gives the low-top a small detail it needed.

The Vans Field Pack releases July 16, 2026 through Vans. Pricing is set at $100 for the Half Cab Decon and Authentic, while the Old Skool retails for $115.

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Vans Old Skool 36
Style Code: VN000D9RWVD
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $115

Vans Old Skool 36
Style Code: VN000D9RBM8
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $115

Vans Half Cab Decon
Style Code: VN000EATCJ7
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $100

Vans Half Cab Decon
Style Code: VN000EATBLA
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $100

Vans Half Cab Decon
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $100

Vans Authentic 44
Style Code: VN000D9NWVD
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $115

Vans Authentic 44
Style Code: VN000D9NBLK
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Price: $115

Nike Kobe Offcourt Slides “Hot Punch” Releases Summer 2026

Nike is adding a louder option to the Kobe slide lineup with the upcoming Offcourt Slide “Hot Punch”. The colorway uses a bright pink finish across the strap, footbed, and midsole, giving the recovery-style model a summer look without changing the simple build.

A raised white Kobe Sheath logo breaks up the all-pink upper strap. Underneath it, Nike adds a subtle snakeskin-style texture, keeping the Black Mamba reference in place without turning the slide into a graphic-heavy release. The rest of the design stays minimal.

Soft foam cushioning and a contoured footbed keep this one focused on comfort. It’s the type of Kobe product made for after runs, post-hoop wear, pool days, or just keeping near the door during warmer months.

Nike will drop the Nike Kobe Offcourt Slide “Hot Punch” Summer 2026 exclusively on Nike.com and select Nike retailers. Retailing at $44.

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Nike Kobe Offcourt Slides
Color: Hot Punch/Sail
Style Code: IF2870-603
Release Date: 2026
Price: $44