The Adidas Consortium has a new PLAY, a project involving top Asian designers doing re-interpreptations of the otherwise tried-and-true Stan Smith (you know, one of our favorite sneakers ever). This simple-but-retro shoe, is perhaps most often recognized for its basic design, perforated “three-stripe” sides, all-leather top, and standard rubber sole. But designer Shigeki Fujihima adds […]

Nike Vintage Nylon Blazer Hi is a blast from the past. The Nike reissue of the classic 1973 basketball sneakers is now made with ballistic nylon, and comes in bright red and blue colors. The ultra clean, minimal design recalls the early days of the high-top, and is now available for pre-order at END for […]

Converse has some new editions to their CONS Chuck Taylor Skate line for Spring/Summer 2010. The CTS Hi’s come in a white/black or gray/red colorways and stay true to the classic Chuck’s basic design, but are constructed out of perforated leather — simply beautiful. There seems to be a touch of ruching on the back […]

Converse has been busy with a far-flung series of collaborations of late (Varvatos/Converse and Bodega/Converse to name but a recent few), and this time they partner up with powerhouse Japanese label Comme de Garcons. The Converse x CdG PLAY is a classic canvas Chuck Taylor and adorned with the Comme de Garcons PLAY heart. Rei […]

Ked’s is re-releasing one of their legendary shoes that was all over New York back in the 1970’s. The “PRO-Ked Super” was released in 1969, hence the new name, and was one of the first classic sneakers available for kids and basketball players alike. The new version is updated with a 69er logo on the […]