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Sneaker Talk: Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Dark Mocha”

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Mario Briguglio
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Following the success of the high-top “Mocha”, Travis Scott and Jordan Brand brought the popular color scheme to the Air Jordan 1 Low OG in July 2019.

The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Dark Mocha” carries over several details from the original high-top collaboration. Its most recognizable feature is the oversized reverse Swoosh running across the lateral side, while a traditional Nike Swoosh appears on the medial panel.

Black and Dark Mocha nubuck cover most of the upper, with University Red accents breaking up the darker palette. Cactus Jack branding appears across the tongue, medial side, and sockliner without taking over the design.

The heel tabs give each shoe a different finish. The right heel features an embroidered Air Jordan Wings logo, while the left displays Travis Scott’s hand-drawn face graphic.

The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Dark Mocha” originally released in July 2019. Pairs are now available through resale platforms such as StockX.

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Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG
Color: Black/Dark Mocha-University Red-Sail
Style Code: CQ4277-001
Release Date: July 19, 2019
Price: $130

Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter” Releases August 1st

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Mario Briguglio
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Michael Jordan’s third retirement in 2003 closed the book on his NBA career for good. More than two decades later, Jordan Brand is revisiting that farewell through the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter,” releasing August 1st for $185.

The pair is tied to Jordan’s open letter to basketball, which appeared in Sunday newspapers four days after his final NBA game. Its worn-in palette reflects the look of an aged basketball, led by brown nubuck across the ankle and heel. White leather builds the base, while dark brown suede covers the overlays, collar, and Swooshes. A muted red finish appears on the outsole and insoles.

Several details pull directly from Jordan’s message. “With Love and Respect,” the letter’s closing words, is printed along the medial side of the left shoe. The inner tongue carries a longer passage about basketball becoming more than a ball or court. A basketball-shaped hangtag and matching printed box complete the theme.

Jordan had announced his final retirement earlier during the 2002-03 season. During his last visit to Philadelphia, the 76ers marked the occasion by presenting him with a custom golf cart before the game.

The “Love Letter” also arrives during a sentimental stretch for the Air Jordan 1. Another story-driven Air Jordan 1 Low release is expected in September, using rose-inspired detailing and a subtle Knicks reference connected to Jordan’s final appearance at Madison Square Garden as a Chicago Bull.

Air Jordan 1 Love Letter Release Date

Look for the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter” to release August 1st through SNKRS and select Jordan Brand retailers. The retail price is set at $185.

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Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter”
Color: Shadow Brown/Light British Tan-Team Red
Style Code: DZ5485-201
Release Date: August 1, 2026
Price: $185

Nike Celebrates 30 Years of “Reasonable Doubt” With a Special Air Force 1

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Mario Briguglio
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Another Nike Air Force 1 made for the 30th anniversary of JAY-Z’s Reasonable Doubt has surfaced, and this one carries more of the album’s story than the pair revealed earlier.

The shoe sticks with an all-white leather build, a look that already has deep ties to JAY-Z, Roc-A-Fella Records, and New York’s Air Force 1 history. White laces, stitching, branding, and midsoles keep everything tonal. While it looks like a regular Triple White pair, the anniversary details become clear once you get around to the heels. An embossed Roc-A-Fella Records logo appears on one shoe, while the other reads “REASONABLE DOUBT 1996.” Nike Air branding remains on the heel tabs.

This version also feels more specific than the pair previously linked to the anniversary. That shoe pulled from the Roc-A-Fella promotional Air Force 1s of the past. Here, the album title, original release year, and label branding are pressed directly into the leather, making it feel less like a tribute to an old sneaker and more like a keepsake built around Reasonable Doubt itself.

The shoes were placed inside a large black display case with Nike and Roc-A-Fella branding, along with a note signed by JAY-Z thanking the recipient for 30 years of support. Judging by the packaging and timing, the pairs appear to have been given to friends-and-family, and people close to the anniversary celebration.

Roc Nation has hosted New York activations, pop ups, merch, and archive exhibits to commemorate 30 years of Reasonable Doubt. Similar to previous pairs, this Air Force 1 will likely remain a friends-and-family exclusive.

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Photos: @kodaklens

Nike Air Bakin “Multi-Color” Releases Spring 2027

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Mario Briguglio
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The Nike Air Bakin “Multi-Color” is joining the model’s next retro run, giving the late-’90s basketball shoe a much louder look for Spring 2027.

Originally released in 1997, the Air Bakin became closely tied to Tim Hardaway during his Miami Heat days, while Kevin Garnett also helped give the shoe court presence with Minnesota. Nike is now bringing the model back around its 30th anniversary, with both original colorways and fresh styles expected to return.

This new “Black/Chlorophyll/Multi-Color” pair takes the Air Bakin in a more experimental direction. The early photos shows a dark base with a wild gradient-style upper panel, giving it a similar feel to Supreme’s 2023 Air Bakin collaboration. However, this version appears to have its own finish, possibly with a glossy, glitter-like, or lenticular effect based on the first look.

The colorway was revealed by NYC boutique two:minds alongside other upcoming pairs. It will join the OG “Varsity Red” and “Varsity Royal” releases, which are currently expected to launch during Holiday 2026.

The Nike Air Bakin SP “Multi-Color” is expected to release in Spring 2027 in men’s sizing. The retail price is currently set at $170 USD. Grab a look at some in-hand photos below.

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Nike Air Bakin “Multi-Color”
Color: Black/Chlorophyll-Multi-Color
Style Code: IX8659-001
Release Date: Spring 2027
Price: $170

Photos: rotimiistheanswer

Photo: twomindsnyc

Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” Releases July 2026

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Mario Briguglio
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UPDATE 6/27/26: Official photos of the Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” have surfaced. The women’s exclusive releases is set to launch July 23rd for $220 USD.

Original Story 5/18/26:
The Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” has just surfaced online giving us first look photos of the women’s exclusive release, and the real pair looks noticeably different from the beige-heavy mockups that have been floating around online.

Jordan Brand’s upcoming women’s Air Jordan 4 is currently expected to release July 23rd for $220 USD. The color palette still lines up with the early info — Coconut Milk, Metallic Gold, Muslin, Bright Mango, Sundial, and Black — but the actual execution brings more life to the shoe than those early mockups suggested.

Most of the upper keeps things calm with soft neutral shades across the pebbled leather base. Suede lands on the toe, tongue label, and backtab, giving the pair a little more texture instead of making the whole shoe feel flat. The semi-translucent TPU wings and eyestays also help separate the real version from the leather-heavy mockups people were judging a little too confidently.

The brightest part of the Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” shows up underfoot. A tropical outsole mixes semi-translucent Bright Mango and Sundial hits, adding the kind of color pop most people probably expected to see more of on the upper. So yes, the party is mostly happening on the bottom of the shoe.

Metallic Gold appears on the heel Jumpman logo, giving the design a small premium hit without turning the shoe into a full gold-accented release. The pair also comes with special packaging covered in tropical plant artwork, which ties the theme together better than the shoe alone might suggest.

Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” Release Date

The Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” is expected to release July 23rd in women’s sizing for $220 USD.

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Air Jordan 4 “Birds of Paradise” (W)
Color: Coconut Milk/Bright Mango-Muslin
Style Code: HV0823-101
Release Date: July 23, 2026
Price: $220

Photos: zhangli1137

First Look At The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Coals” Releasing Holiday 2026

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Mario Briguglio
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Nike is giving the Kobe 6 Protro a much darker holiday story with the upcoming “Coals” colorway. Inspired by the old tradition of leaving coal for children on the naughty list, the pair swaps the usual Christmas look for black scales, sharp green hits, and touches of purple.

That kind of offbeat holiday theme is already part of the Kobe 6’s history. Kobe Bryant wore the original “Grinch” on Christmas Day in 2010, and the shoe quickly became one of the line’s defining releases. “Coals” doesn’t try to repeat that colorway. It carries over the same mischievous spirit and takes it somewhere heavier.

Black covers most of the textured upper, with an uneven graphic worked across the scales to resemble scattered pieces of coal. The Swoosh moves from Venom Green into Purple Venom, bringing the strongest color to the side panels. Underfoot, a translucent outsole reveals more green and purple detailing while keeping the darker look intact.

Nike Kobe 6 Coals Release Date

The Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Coals” is expected to release in December 2026 for $190. The pair will be available through Nike.com and select Nike Basketball retailers.

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Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Coals”
Color: Black/Venom Green-Purple Venom
Style Code: IO6261-001
Release Date: December 25, 2026
Price: $190

Photo: snkr_collector123

Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 Low “Cactus Jack” Pack Releases June 2026

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Mario Briguglio
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UPDATE 6/27/26: The Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 Low releases June 28th through TravisScott.com. The Elite cleat is priced at $320, while the Indoor version will retail for $200.

Original Story:
Nike’s World Cup push has brought out nearly every major name and collaborator in its orbit. After the packed “Rip the Script” campaign and a growing Nike Cryoshot lineup featuring Patta, Jacquemus, Jordan Brand, and Virgil Abloh Archives, Travis Scott is now adding his own project to the mix.

The Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 “Cactus Jack” has surfaced in official images after several early previews and on-field appearances. The collaboration includes a traditional performance cleat and a reworked indoor version with a low-profile shape that feels inspired by Nike’s classic Total 90 era.

Both pairs feature bright neon green uppers paired with glossy Reverse Swooshes and yellow laces. Brown covers the collars and sole units, bringing in the earthy color palette commonly used across Travis Scott’s Nike collaborations.

Cactus Jack insoles, crooked smiley graphics on the heels, and special drawstring bags complete the release. Each version also carries nearly identical color blocking despite being built for different playing surfaces.

The Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 Low “Cactus Jack” Pack is expected to release in June 2026 through TravisScott.com, SNKRS and other retailers. The indoor model is expected to retail for $200, while the performance cleat will be priced at $320.

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Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 Low Indoor
Color: Multi-Color/Metallic Gold
Style Code: IV2037-900
Release Date: June 28, 2026 (Travis Scott)
Price: $200

Travis Scott x Nike Phantom 6 Low Elite FG
Color: Multi-Color/Metallic Gold
Style Code: IQ8140-900
Release Date: June 28, 2026 (Travis Scott)
Price: $320

Nike Air Liquid Max Appears in “Triple Black”

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Mario Briguglio
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Nike has another all-black Air Liquid Max on the way for Summer 2026, but this one takes a slightly different route from the pairs we have already seen.

The upper sticks to black throughout, mixing mesh with smooth overlays and a series of thin TPU lines around the lower half. Nike dropped the nanoprint pattern used on earlier versions, which gives this pair a more straightforward look.

That simpler upper puts more attention on the sole. The rounded Air units sit across the bottom in a long, segmented setup, giving the shoe its most recognizable feature and a much more aggressive profile from the side.

This is not the first dark Air Liquid Max, following the Fragment collaboration and another black general release. Still, the stripped-back upper helps separate it from those earlier pairs. No contrast colors, no oversized graphics, just a full black finish built around the model’s unusual cushioning.

The Nike Air Liquid Max “Triple Black” is expected to release during Summer 2026 in men’s sizing for $220. Look for it at select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike.com.

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Nike Air Liquid Max “Triple Black”
Color: Black/Anthracite
Style Code: IQ7635-003
Release Date: 2026
Price: $220

This Air Jordan 1 Mid Comes With Black Elephant Print Overlays

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Mario Briguglio
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Elephant print may be tied most closely to the Air Jordan 3, but Jordan Brand has used the pattern across nearly every corner of its footwear lineup. The latest example comes on a new Air Jordan 1 Mid expected in 2026.

This pair keeps things mostly black, using different materials to create its contrast instead of relying on several colors. Smooth leather covers the toe box and side panels, while elephant print appears across the overlays, heels, and Swooshes. Tough Red adds a sharper break through the laces, lining, and Wings branding.

The Air Jordan 1 Mid “Elephant Print” is expected to release during Summer 2026 through Nike.com and select Jordan Brand retailers.

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Air Jordan 1 Mid “Elephant Print”
Color: Black/Tough Red
Style Code: IX3527-010
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Nike Air Force 1 Low ’07 “Hellfire” Features Lenticular Heel Eyes

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Mason Tiniuc
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Nike is taking the Air Force 1 Low ’07 in a darker direction with the upcoming “Hellfire” colorway. Cracked black leather, reptile-like overlays, and red accents give the familiar all-black setup a more aggressive finish, while a pair of lenticular eyes on the heels carries most of the theme.

The upper begins with distressed black leather at the forefoot. Overlaying scales adorn the toe, Swooshes and heal zones. This gives the shoe a dramatic shift in texture while keeping the classic silhouette of the Air Force 1 intact.

Red appears in smaller doses along the tongue label, underside of the tongue, midsole stripe, and AIR branding. Instead of dominating the shoe, the color works its way through the black construction as a sharp contrast.

Orange eyeball graphics replace the usual heel branding. Each lenticular image changes as the shoe moves, with Nike Swooshes used as the pupils. It is the most unusual part of the design and gives the “Hellfire” name something more distinctive than another black-and-red color scheme.

A solid black outsole completes the bottom, while the included spare laces feature a scaled pattern that matches the leather overlays.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low ’07 “Hellfire” is expected to release in Fall 2026 through Nike and select retailers, both online and in stores. The retail price is set at $125.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low ’07 “Hellfire”
Color: Black/Tough Red-Dark Smoke Grey
Style Code: IV4451-010
Release Date: 2026
Price: $125

Nike Dunk Low PRM “Sesame” Gets The Gum Sole Treatment

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Mason Tiniuc
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Nike is adding some extra weight to the Dunk Low with the upcoming “Sesame” edition. The usual Peter Moore shape is still there, but the padded Swoosh sits higher off the side panels and gives the shoe a noticeably fuller look.

The upper remains straightforward. Sesame leather is featured on the footbed and overlays, supported by tone stitching and branding. Cream tone tongue and white laces provide subtle contrast, but it’s the exaggerated Swoosh that transforms the shoe the most.

That inflated logo has already shown up on several recent Air Force 1 releases. Moving it over to the Dunk gives Nike another way to update the model without leaning on louder color blocking or changing its familiar construction.

A matching midsole carries the tan finish below, while the gum rubber outsole adds a darker edge. It also gives the pair a slight skate feel, which fits a Dunk that has spent decades moving well beyond its basketball origins.

The Nike Dunk Low PRM “Sesame” will release during Summer 2026 through Nike.com and select Nike Sportswear retailers.

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Nike Dunk Low PRM
Color: Sesame/Pale Ivory-Sesame
Style Code: IM4411-200
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Story mfg. x ASICS Unveils Two Plaid Sneakers

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Mason Tiniuc
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Story mfg. is bringing its offbeat, craft-heavy style to ASICS through two footwear designs from the brand’s “Trees Are Poems” collection. Both were previewed at Paris Fashion Week, where black and brown plaid versions appeared in early overhead images.

The limited photos leave plenty unanswered. ASICS has not revealed the model names, materials, or full shape of either shoe, but a few details are already visible. Branding is etched into the toe boxes, while bead sets are included for customizing the laces.

Plaid does most of the work across both uppers, giving the shoes a softer, handmade character than the technical look usually tied to ASICS. The beads push that idea further without feeling disconnected from the rest of the design.

Founded by Saeed and Katy Al-Rubeyi in 2013, Story mfg. has built its name around slow fashion, vegan production, and a design language shaped by nature and traditional craft. The ASICS project follows that same direction instead of simply placing the brand’s colors on an existing runner.

The Story mfg. x ASICS “Trees Are Poems” footwear is expected to release in November 2026.

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Story mfg. x ASICS “Trees are Poems” collaboration
Release Date: November 2026

Nike Air Force 1 Low “Phantom/Light Khaki” Goes Floral For Summer 2026

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Mason Tiniuc
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Nike is bringing woven fabric and floral embroidery to the Air Force 1 Low for a “Phantom/Light Khaki” release made with summer in mind. The leather framework remains familiar, though the fabric underlays and soft, sandy colors give the shoe a noticeably different feel.

Open-knit material runs through the toe box and side panels. Muted tan flowers are stitched across it, with parts of the pattern passing beneath the leather rather than stopping at each panel. The embroidery looks a little irregular by design, closer to one continuous arrangement than a graphic repeated around the shoe.

Phantom leather is used on the mudguard, eyestays and rear quarter. Light Khaki suede overlays the Swooshes and heel tabs providing texture to the smooth silhouette without introducing a new color. Nike takes this neutral theme throughout the striped rope laces, collar trim, tongue labels, insole and heel branding.

The sole comes entirely in Light Khaki, including the midsole and rubber outsole. Keeping that section plain puts more attention on the material changes above it, especially where the woven fabric meets the suede and leather.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Phantom/Light Khaki” will release during Summer 2026 through Nike.com and select Nike Sportswear retailers.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low (W)
Color: Phantom/Light Khaki
Style Code: IW2347-002
Release Date: 2026
Price: TBA

Willy Chavarria x adidas Stan Smith Previewed At Paris Fashion Week

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Mario Briguglio
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Willy Chavarria ended his Spring/Summer 2027 runway show in Paris with a first look at what appears to be his next adidas project. Two unreleased Stan Smiths showed up during the finale, with Chavarria wearing one pair and Stan Smith himself appearing in the other.

The white version stays close to the shoe’s traditional look, but the details give it a different feel. Chavarria added a shaggy green heel tab, “W” branding at the back, and a small rose embroidered along the side. It still reads like a Stan Smith, just with his fingerprints all over it.

The second pair goes much further. Worn by Stan Smith, the entire upper is covered in thick green suede that looks almost like grass. It is a simple idea, but it connects back to the model’s tennis roots in a way that feels direct without turning the shoe into a costume.

This would be the latest step in Chavarria’s expanding adidas partnership. His recent work with the brand has included Mexico-inspired clothing, goalkeeper jerseys, and reworked Copa footwear, so the move into one of adidas’ most recognizable lifestyle models feels like a natural next step.

adidas has not shared a release date or pricing for the Willy Chavarria x adidas Stan Smith. The two pairs could arrive later in 2026 or alongside the Spring/Summer 2027 collection, though neither timeframe has been confirmed.

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A-COLD-WALL* x Salomon ACS Pro Releases July 1st

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Mario Briguglio
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The A-COLD-WALL* x Salomon ACS Pro is bringing fresh attention back to the early-2000s trail runner. Originally introduced in 2005, the ACS Pro has recently started gaining momentum again following projects with L’Art de l’Automobile and now Samuel Ross’ A-COLD-WALL* label.

First shown during Paris Fashion Week, the collaboration includes two colorways with the same updated construction. A thinner mesh replaces the model’s usual leather and mesh underlays, while rubber reinforcement wraps around the toe for added protection.

One pair keeps things muted with olive green and beige tones over a grey midsole. The second takes a louder approach, pairing royal blue with yellow accents. Both versions also feature woodgrain-like detailing on the lace eyelets connected to the shoe’s signature cage.

The A-COLD-WALL* x Salomon ACS Pro will release July 1, 2026, in men’s sizing. Check out the official photos below.

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A-COLD-WALL* x Salomon ACS Pro
Color: Black Olive/Bog-Icicle
Style Code: LD0178800
Release Date: July 1, 2026
Price: TBA

adidas Anthony Edwards Believe That 1 “Philippines” Nods To Gilas Pilipinas

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Mario Briguglio
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The adidas Anthony Edwards Believe That 1 “Philippines” gives Ant’s first takedown model a colorway made specifically for one of basketball’s loudest and most loyal fan bases.

Red, orange, and yellow run across the shoe in a warm gradient, with the brighter shades taking over the tongue and collar before fading into deeper tones near the toe. Dark burgundy pieces frame the sides, while the translucent outsole keeps the same fiery look going underneath.

The local references are worked into the smaller details. A Philippines basketball crest sits on the tongue, “Pilipinas Basketball” appears on the lace tips, and “Lahi” is printed on the heel pull tab. Patterned insoles add one more layer to the theme without making the shoe feel overloaded.

This pair arrives alongside the Anthony Edwards 2 “Magpakitang Gilas”, giving Filipino fans another special release from Edwards’ growing adidas lineup. It also comes as adidas builds a stronger connection with Gilas Pilipinas after becoming the national team’s official outfitter.

The adidas Anthony Edwards Believe That 1 “Philippines” is expected to release soon as a Philippines exclusive. The retail price should come in at roughly $100.

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adidas Anthony Edwards Believe That 1 “Philippines”
Style Code: KZ9136
Release Date: 2026
Price: $100

Photos: @ad_sneaks

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