Jordan Brand ended 2012 with the unveiling of the Air Jordan XX8, than on Christmas they debuted a new colorway. Here are the first images of the Air Jordan XX8 on feet showing both zipped and un-zipped. Check out the looks below and let us know what you think? Are these a pair that you would rock on the streets or only on the courts?
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The past year was one of the biggest and craziest (to say the least) in sneaker history, along with some of the biggest stories. With releases, rumors, and new models, 2012 was an overwhelming year (who’s broke). Check out The Biggest Sneaker Stories of 2012 from Complex. CLICK HERE….
The Nike Roshe Run Woven is dressed in a all Black makeup that will be debuting later this year. Featuring a Black Woven base with leather detailing on the toe, tongue and heel that will be dropping in women’s sizes.
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New Balance drops a new colorway on the 577 model for their 2013 collection. The New Balance 577 is built in a suede and mesh combination with a Tan base, Burgundy accents and Navy detailing sitting atop a White midsole. Look for these to hit retailers this February at shops like Hanon.
Nike Sportswear recently dropped a nice Nike WMNS Air Max 90 model that features a Black/Purple-Gum makeup. Dressed in a Metallic Purple and Black base sitting atop a White midsole and Gum outsole. You can now find these available at select NSW accounts like CNCPTS.
The Nike Free Huarache Light “Concord” has just landed at select Nike Sportswear accounts. Featuring it’s OG look sitting atop a White Free sole that you can cop now over at Nike Store.
Following the first looks at the Ewing 33 Hi “Jamaica”, we now give you a look at the upcoming “Georgetown Hoyas” Ewing 33 Hi. Paying tribute to Patrick Ewing’s college days, this inspired sneakers is dressed in a Navy/Grey color-scheme built in a premium suede and nubuck materials. No word yet on a release date, but keep it locked to Sneaker Bar for further info.
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The latest Skate Mental x Nike SB Dunk High LR Premium “Inline Skate” collaboration features a White base with Black accents sitting atop a graphic midsole. This unique model has recently been found at select retailers like Berlin-based shop Civilist.
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The adidas Originals Courtside “Chinese New Year” Collection includes the Forum Mid, AR 3.0 and Tech Street Mid all featuring Black/Gold. The Gold accents on each model tributes the Chinese culture for gifts on their New Years. The Chinese New Year begins in February, but this collection will be debuting this week over at Shoe Palace.
GourmetKickz is back at it with another exclusive custom. This time he uses the Joker from The Dark Knight as inspiration to his latest Nike LeBron 9 “JokerMan” Custom. Featuring a Purple and Green color-shceme with matching Jokers iconic wardrobe, along with a Joker face logo on the back heel. Check out the looks below and let us know if these are DOPE or NOPE?
Yesterday, we shared the first look at the Nike KD V Black/Royal Blue and now we take a look at the full Nike KD V “Black Pack”. Featuring four new makeups that all use a Black base with either a Blue, Green, Orange or Red accents that will be dropping to select Nike Basketball accounts on January 5th, 2013.
With LeBron James dropping some fresh models throughout the years, other NBA players are starting to take notice. Who wouldn’t want to rock the hottest kicks on the court and here are 15 NBA Players Wearing LeBrons Against LeBron James from Complex. CLICK HERE…..
The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Melo” is set to debut tomorrow to select Jordan Brand accounts with the “Nike” Air” tagging. Dressed in the Big Apple’s Game Royal/Team Orange that will be available this weekend for $140. Are these a Cop or Pass for you?
Air Jordan 1 Retro High
Game Royal/Team Orange
555088-407
January 5th, 2013
$140
The Nike Air Max 2013 are the new runners on the shelves, and here is a look at a fresh new Nike Air Max 2013 EXT makeup. Featuring a Black base with Red accents and Flywire sitting atop a Visible Air Unit that is set to drop this Spring 2013 at select Nike Sportswear accounts.
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The Nike Air Max 1, 90, 95, and 97 are some of the most pined-after silhouettes that Nike has to offer. One would be hard pressed not to find a pair roaming the streets in major cities all over the world — whether they’re tied tightly to carry someone to a new PR or loosely laced under a pair of jeans. The Nike Air Max line redefined and transcended the look of sport to become a cultural movement. So when Nike designers started discussing ways to reinvent these iconic models, they didn’t take it lightly. How to re-imagine these classics while staying true to the sneakers’ timeless style?
Enter Nike Engineered Mesh: new proprietary mesh patterns that enhance the functionality while retaining the overall look of the original models. It enables both tight and loose perforation patterns to replace traditional color blocking, gradients and overlay placement. Originally used in performance running footwear, the varying perf patterns allow for “zoned” contruction: Tighter patterns are placed where durability is paramount while looser patterns are used where breathability reigns supreme. The result is a more breathable, flexible and durable Air Max family — lighter and leaner than ever.
The Engineered Mesh Air Max collection will be available beginning January 2013.
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At 13 ounces, the highly anticipated JORDAN MELO M9 is the lightest Melo ever and is available beginning January 9.
With Carmelo Anthony’s passion for high-end watches and love of armored superhero suits at the center of its unique design inspiration, Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc., today launched the much-anticipated JORDAN MELO M9, engineered to help Anthony – one of the most versatile players in the game – maximize his unique combination of speed and power. The JORDAN MELO M9 debuted on court on Christmas Day in a red/green/white colorway. At 13 ounces, it’s the lightest JORDAN MELO ever. It will be available nationwide on January 9 for MSRP of $140.
The JORDAN MELO M9 provides lightweight support and increased responsiveness through Nike Zoom cushioning. In addition, the JORDAN MELO M9 boasts a full-length TPU cage that cradles the foot, providing lateral stability and support, and Dynamic Fit technology that uses straps made with Nike Flywire. The straps, which coincidentally form the shape of the letter M, come up from the midsole and integrate with the laces and wrap around the bottom of the shoe for lightweight support that moves with the foot and gives players 360 degrees of fit.
“I love the idea of being locked in, whether I’m on the perimeter or making a move in the post,” Anthony said. “I want to protect my ankles while not restricting my cutting ability. After working closely with the Jordan Brand team during development stages, the JORDAN MELO M9 fits my game perfectly.”
The JORDAN MELO M9 will be available in four colorways on January 9 with additional offerings later this year. Colorways include a team inspired Game Royal/Black/Team Orange/White, Black/White/University Blue, Black/White/Bright Citrus and Gym Red/Black/White.
Additional Details
Inspiration
During the 2011-12 off-season, Anthony visited Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Ore., to discuss the design of the JORDAN MELO M9 with Jordan Brand Lead Footwear Designer Justin Taylor. There, they rescanned his whole body and foot for the first time since he was a rookie.
“Carmelo has a narrow foot, so the focus of the shoe was on fit, not just for him but to be supremely adaptive to a wide variety of players,” Taylor said. “Carmelo said he wanted the shoe to fit like a superhero’s suit: sleek, form-fitting but allowing for movement. Looking at a superhero suit, it’s got layers of articulation, but it’s not bulky. That was the philosophical ideal for the shoe. But the look itself came from somewhere else.”
Taylor began to talk to Anthony about his passions outside the game to develop a design for the JORDAN MELO M9, landing on the star’s love of luxury watches.
“Over time, gravity makes all the elements of a watch settle and it loses time,” Taylor continued. “Tourbillion serves as a perpetual battery in the watch, negating the affects of gravity. We used that as the design inspiration for the upper of the shoe. Like the face of a watch, its layers function independently, but together it builds one very strong unit to increase the element of fit.”
Other elements of watches integrated into the JORDAN MELO M9 include a watch face on the heel of the shoe with a Jumpman on the left side, and hourly tickmarks at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock spots.
Technology
The JORDAN MELO M9 features a maximum-volume Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot and heel, which provides responsive cushioning, a full-length injected Phylon midsole for lightweight cushioning and comfort, and an exaggerated herringbone pattern on the heel and forefoot allowing for excellent traction and an smoother transition from heel to toe.
Visual Details
There are numerous personal touches that are unique to Anthony in the JORDAN MELO M9. His signature is on the outsole, signifying his approval and sign-off; his jersey number 15 on the toe box; nine perforations are placed just below the lacings to signify his ninth signature shoe; and his logo is on the tongue and heel.
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