High end Spanish-via-France high end label Balenciaga unveils these Mesh & Leather low-top sneakers for the upcoming season. Featuring a blend of contrasting leathers — including patent, suede, scored and printed — the shoes somewhat justify their ultra-luxury pricetag. The leather-lined sneakers also feature a black & white mesh and grey leather upper with a […]

This Friday night Ninja Tune artist, Low End Theory regular and Los Angeles IDM pioneer Daedulus and San Jose dubstep producer NiT GriT (check out his Soundcloud page for a nice taste) will be wobbling the grass dancefloor of the Hummingbird Nest Ranch mansion outside Los Angeles. We went out there for a photoshoot last […]

Here’s the latest collection of sneakers coming from the Yves Saint Laurent house for Spring/Summer 2011. The luxury sneakers come in high tops, low tops and a chukka style crafted in a variety of materials from snakeskin to full grain leather, with the high-tops sporting different ankle straps. Four different styles to choose from. Thre […]

These Viktor & Rolf’s Penny Loafers are new for Spring/Summer 2011. The Dutch fashion house created the low top slip-ons with a sneaker-like vulcanized outer sole, making a summertime classic even more comfortable. The shoes are available in either rich tan brown or black, both with understated logos on the sole. Available at Zozo for […]

Converse drops a new version of the Jack Purcell shoe, this new Johnny Weld high-top incorporating Bemis weld detailing – a technique normally used for seam-sealing waterproof outerwear and tents. Available in a grey/white colorway, the sneaker features a 1980s performance shoe-like terry cloth lining, as well as pinstripe detailing on the rubber midsole. The […]

The Converse Addict line sees three new releases as part of its collection for Spring 2011. With both high top and low top models, the Japan-specific sneakers vary from the understated ivory canvas low tops to a much brasher leopard and zebra patterns on the high tops. Available immediately through Converse Addict retailers. Documentary

Yohji Yamamoto drops his latest collection of sneakers — both high tops and lows — for Spring/Summer 2011. As usual, Yamamoto keeps it very minimal for most of the shoes for his Y-3 line — some very similar to shoes we’ve seen before from the Japanese designer, some others much more innovative. via SSENSE

Legendary New York hardcore band Gorilla Biscuits — who just happen to be one of the all time favorites here at The Meadows — team up with Vans to lace out two of their classic designs. Lead singer Civ (Anthony Civarelli) lends Vans canvas Sk8-Hi and Slip-on styles some vibrant color schemes inspired by Gorilla […]