Nike Air Up ’14 “Crawfish”

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Jan 29, 2014

For the 2014 All-Star Weekend, Nike Sportswear will release their “Crescent City” Collection, inspired by characteristics that make New Orleans different from anyplace else: the food, culture and distinctive wildlife. The Nike Air Up ’14 “Crawfish” represents how everyone in New Orleans will tell you any Crawfish is best when boiled. Therefore, the brand new “ASG” edition of the Nike Air Up ’14 mimics fresh-out-of-the-pot crawdads. Completed with a crustacean-red upper with water droplets and a steamy graphic.

Look for the Nike Air Up ’14 “Crawfish” to launch at select Nike Sportswear accounts on February 13th, 2014.

Nike Air Up ’14 “Crawfish”
February 13th, 2014

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Nike Sportswear 2014 “Crescent City” Collection

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Jan 29, 2014

A new collection of three sneakers from Nike Sportswear to be released on Feb. 13, celebrates the 2014 hardwood showdown. The collection takes inspiration from the various aspects of New Orleans that make the city unique.

After returning from an out of this world trip to Houston’s Area 72 facility in 2013, Nike Sportswear heads to New Orleans. Shifting focus from the extraterrestrial inspiration of last years Area 72 collection back toward earth, the Big Easy’s festive and diverse atmosphere serves up a platter of footwear your senses won’t soon forget.

As the NOLA Gumbo League Collection pays homage to what happens on the hardwood, the Nike Sportswear Crescent City Collection lionizes the characteristics that make New Orleans different from anyplace else: the food, culture and distinctive wildlife. These three qualities take center stage on Nike’s Flystepper 2K3, Air Up ’14, and Air Force 1 Low CMFT — designs as unique as the city that inspired them.

AIR UP ‘14
Crawfish are a NOLA staple and any New Orleanian will tell you they are best when boiled. A crave-worthy take on the Nike Air Up mimics fresh-out-of-the-pot crawdads. These sneakers get the job done with no seasoning required, featuring a crustacean-red upper complete with water droplets and a steamy graphic.

AIR FORCE 1 LOW CMFT
As the best of the best come together in the Big Easy, the Nike Air Force 1 pays tribute in kind. Like gumbo, the latest Air Force 1 is a collage of the most memorable Nike Sportswear upper materials — such as foamposite and cork — and prints including elephant, gator, pony hair, and safari.

FLYSTEPPER 2K3
In New Orleans, alligators are king of the bayou. In remembrance of another king’s first pair of Nike’s, Nike Sportswear combines the elevated silhouette of the Flystepper and adds the signature perforated quarter panels of the Zoom 2K3. Featuring faux-alligator strap enclosures, the real tribute to the tough skin of Alligator Mississippiensis takes the form of a raised synthetic covering the toe.

The Crescent City Collection will be available on Nike.com and select Nike Sportswear retailers on Feb.13.

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Nike LeBron 11 NSW Lifestyle “BHM” Arriving to Retailers

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Jan 28, 2014

Celebrating the heritage of the King of the Court, Nike Sportswear will launch an all Metallic Gold edition of the Nike LeBron 11 NSW Lifestyle for their BHM Collection. The Nike LeBron 11 NSW Lifestyle “BHM” is set to debut on February 1st, 2014 at select Nike Sportswear accounts like Sneaker Politics.

Nike Lebron 11 NSW Lifestyle
Metallic Gold/Metallic Gold – Black
649396-700
February 1st, 2014
$130

Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove “Miami Heat” Arriving at Retailers

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Jan 28, 2014

The Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove “Miami Heat” have now started to arrive at select retailers. Paying tribute to Gary Payton’s career with the Miami Heat, Nike Sportswear will debut the Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove “Miami Heat” edition on February 6th at retailers like Sneaker Bistro.

Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove “Miami Heat”
University Red/Dark Grey-Tour Yellow-Black
616772-600
February 6th, 2014
$150

Nike KD “Aunt Pearl” Matching Hat

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Jan 28, 2014

To go along with the release of the Nike KD VI “Aunt Pearl” Nike will release a full “Aunt Pearl” collection as part of a collaboration with Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Part of the collection includes this matching hat with Pink Floral print and Bright Blue trim/accents. Check out the photos below and look for the Nike KD VI “Aunt Pear” Collection to start hitting select Nike retailers soon.

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Nordstrom x New Balance 576 “Made in USA” Pack

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Jan 28, 2014

Nordstrom recently hooked up with New Balance to drop an exclusive “Made in USA” Pack using the New Balance 576. The pack includes two models both dressed in suede and mesh with leather detailing in your choice of Red or Grey. Look for the Nordstrom x New Balance 576 “Made in USA” Pack now at Packer Shoes.

Nike LeBron 9 Elite “Reverse Watch the Throne” Custom

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Jan 28, 2014

The exclusive Nike LeBron 9 Elite “South Beach” is a pair that is on most serious sneaker collectors wish-list, especially with it being rumored to be one of the most limited samples ever released by Nike.

Twizz captures the art inside the coveted design and puts it on full display for the world to see with his “Reverse Watch the Throne” Nike LeBron 9 Elite Custom. The carbon fiber plate has been given the royal crowning with the well-known Watch the Throne pattern. The Nike swoosh has been infused with gold holographic waves. To top it off we can see that the insole is also covered with the WTT print. For more info on custom sneakers connect with Twizz @twizzcustoms on Instagram and Twitter.

adidas Jabbar Hi “The Blueprint”

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Jan 28, 2014

Originals asked the top NBA players, including Derrick Rose, Damian Lillard, and John Wall among others, about what Kareem meant to them and the game of basketball. One response stood out above all the rest; Kareem represents “The Blueprint”. He is the blueprint to greatness as a person, an athlete, and as a philanthropist.

When the world was introduced to Kareem, his rare combination of height and skill had never been seen before. By the time his dominant career was over, Kareem amassed 3 NCAA championships, 6 World Champions, 6 NBA MVP awards, 19 All-Star appearances, the all-time record for blocked shots, and he remains the all-time points leader in NBA history.

In homage to Kareem as “The Blueprint”, the artwork was created by duo Morning Breath, Doug Cunningham and Jason Noto, which mirrors a classic blueprint spread which details the plan to show how something can be made.

When the world was introduced to Kareem, his rare combination of height and skill had never been seen before. Dropping during All Star Weekend, February 14, 2014, “The Blueprint” Jabbar Hi is crafted out of actual Tyvek® blueprint paper which includes white contrast stitching, laces, and printed graphics. Each player interviewed is printed on the right footbed, each response is printed on the left footbed. Available at adidas Originals retail stores and adidas.com, $100.

adidas Jabbar Hi “The Blueprint”
February 14th, 2014
$100

Nike KD VI “Pure Platinum” Release Date

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Jan 28, 2014

Nike Basketball seems to be holding nothing back in the month of February with their Nike KD VI releases. The Nike KD VI “Pure Platinum” will also debut this February 22nd, 2014 to select locations retailed at $130. Let us know in the comments below if your planning on picking these up or sleeping on them.

Nike KD VI
Pure Platinum/Night Factor-Vivid Blue-Volt
599424-009
February 22nd, 2014
$130

Nike LeBron 11 “Jade Glaze” Release Date

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Jan 28, 2014

Set to drop on February 22nd, 2014 is one of the latest Nike LeBron 11 colorway that features a Black, Diffused Jade, Light Crimson, Jade Glaze makeup. Look for this new Nike LeBron 11 “Jade Glaze” to drop at select Nike Basketball locations.

Nike LeBron 11
Black/Diffused Jade-Light Crimson-Jade Glaze
616175-004
February 22nd, 2014
$200

Nike KD VI Supreme “Aunt Pearl” Release Date

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Jan 28, 2014

Nike Basketball will continue to honor Kevin Durant’s late Aunt Pearl with a full Floral-based Nike KD VI design. The Nike KD VI Supreme “Aunt Pearl” is set to officially launch at select Nike Basketball locations on February 27th, 2014 retailed for $150. Let us know in the comments if your planning on copping or passing on the “Aunt Pearl” Nike KD VI Supreme.

Nike KD VI Supreme
Light Arctic Pink/Photo Blue-Vivid Pink
618216-600
February 27th, 2014
$150

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Nike Air Mission “Fire Red” Releasing Saturday

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Jan 28, 2014

The latest Nike Air Mission colorway is set to debut this Saturday, February 1st at select Nike locations. Featuring a White leather and Fire Red suede upper with Black hits that will be available at in limited quantities shops like Renarts.

Nike KD VI “Illusion”

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Jan 28, 2014

The Nike KD VI “Illusion” will be debuted by Kevin Durant during the 2014 All-Star Game that is inspired by the limitless scoring range he offers. The Nike KD VI features hand-drawn patterns on the upper with graphic lining sitting atop a glow-in-the-dark outsole that represents the “spark” of KD’s game. Check out the detailed photos of the Nike KD VI “Illusion” below and look for these to launch at select Nike Basketball accounts on February 14th.

Nike KD VI “Illusion”
Multi-Color/Green Glow-Black
647781-930
February 14th, 2014
$150

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Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Maestro”

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Jan 28, 2014

The Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Maestro” pays tribute to the masters of Jazz in it’s birthplace, New Orleans. Kobe Bryant brings a similar improvisation to his game, like great jazz musicians with homage to the classic genre and some of it’s greatest musicians found on the accents of the brass in the upper. The glow-in-the-dark outsoles represent the jazz clubs with secret glow symbols throughout the upper as well. Look for the Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Maestro” to launch at Nike Basketball accounts on February 14th.

Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Maestro”
Black/Metallic Gold-White
630847-002
February 14th, 2014
$225

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Nike LeBron 11 “Gator King”

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Jan 28, 2014

The 2014 NBA “All-Star” edition of the Nike LeBron 11 is officially dubbed “Gator King” due to the bold expression of royalty and power. Gators, symbolize protection in New Orleans culture, which is what the graphic textures represent. Also featured are hand-drawn patterns with the Hyperposite having glow-in-the-dark features sitting atop a marbleized outsole. Look for the Nike LeBron 11 “Gator King” to launch at select Nike Basketball accounts on February 14th.

Nike LeBron 11 “Gator King”
Cashmere/Green Glow-Purple Dynasty
647780-735
February 14th, 2014
$220

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Nike Basketball 2014 “NOLA Gumbo League” Collection

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Jan 28, 2014

Nike Basketball is paying tribute to the unique flavor of New Orleans with the 2014 NOLA Gumbo League Collection, including three shoes: LEBRON 11, KOBE 9 Elite and KD VI. A “gumbo” in the cultural sense, New Orleans is an eclectic mix of characters, music, cuisine and art.

You can’t rush gumbo… It requires an instinctive balance of heat, spice and creativity. Inspired by the flavors and stories of the Big Easy, Nike cooked up a bold mix of technical innovation, aesthetic flair and old-fashioned New Orleans traditions for some of the world’s best basketball players: LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant.

LEBRON 11 GATOR KING
Inspired by the fearsome alligator, the king of the bayou, the LEBRON 11 Gator King is a bold expression of royalty and power. Gators, often a symbol of protection in New Orleans culture, influence graphic textures throughout the shoe. Invisible to the naked eye, hand-drawn patterns come to life as the Hyperposite bucket of the shoe glows in the dark. The musings of majestic color in deep purples, greens and gold are derived from the “Rex” – king of carnival celebrations.

KOBE 9 ELITE MAESTRO
Nike Basketball pays tribute to the masters of Jazz in its birthplace. Like great jazz musicians who play instinctively, Bryant brings a similar improvisation to his game. Paying homage to this classic genre and some of its greatest musicians, the KOBE 9 Elite Maestro uses accents of brass in the upper. A glow-in-the-dark outsole pops at night, just as the jazz clubs swing into action. The upper includes additional, secret glow-in-the-dark symbols.

KD VI ILLUSION
Not everything is what it first appears to be in New Orleans. Similarly, Durant defies the perception of a near seven-footer – an illusion of sorts. His limitless scoring range is redefining the perception of a forward. Celebrating the magic of KD’s versatility, the KD VI Illusion showcases hand-drawn patterns on the upper emulating Durant’s fluidity on the court. A glow-in-the-dark outsole also represents the “spark” of KD’s game.

The remarkable, collective basketball skills on display in New Orleans Feb. 14-16 are as eclectic as this internationally beloved city. Leading the charge for Nike Basketball with special interior lining graphics are the LEBRON 11 Gator King, KOBE 9 Elite Maestro and KD VI Illusion; each including a commemorative tarot card and special edition box with purchase of each shoe.

The 2014 NOLA Gumbo League Collection will be served up on Nike.com and at select retail locations on February 14.

As they say in New Orleans, Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler! Let the good times roll!

Nike KD VI “Illusion”
Multi-Color/Green Glow-Black
647781-930
February 14th, 2014
$150

Nike Kobe 9 Elite “Maestro”
Black/Metallic Gold-White
630847-002
February 14th, 2014
$225

Nike LeBron 11 “Gator King”
Cashmere/Green Glow-Purple Dynasty
647780-735
February 14th, 2014
$220

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