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Nike Reveals Official Photos of The Air Jordan 4 “Military Black”

by Akeem Ivory | Apr 9, 2022 | Featured, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

During SNKRS’s preview of the Jordan Retro Spring/Summer 2022 lineup, viewers of the live stream got a preview of each model and the expected release date. During this live, we were shown a brand new Air Jordan 4 “Military Black.” Despite the Jumpman teasing us with the golf version of the Air Jordan 4 “Military Blue,” it appears that the creatives are trying to appease our disappointments with this upcoming silhouette.

Now that we get an accurate description of the upcoming release, this offering of the Air Jordan 4 comes in a similar color blocking as the “Military Blue” release, but all the Blue details will be replaced with Black. The rest of the shoe features a White leather base with Neutral Grey overlays. All three colors, White, Black, and Grey, will appear on the rubber outsole.

Air Jordan 4 “Military Black”
Color: White/Black-Neutral Grey
Style Code: DH6927-111
Release Date: June 25, 2022
Price: $200

Hopefully, we get a proper release of the “Military Blue” this year since 2022 marks the shoe’s 33rd anniversary. Originally scheduled to release on May 21th, the Air Jordan 4 “Military Black” is now rumored for a release on June 25th via SNKRS and select retailers for $200. Check out detail picture of the sneaker below:

Apr 9, 2022 No Comments

First Look: Pop-Surrealist Artist Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2

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by Akeem Ivory | Apr 8, 2022 | Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

As revealed today, Jordan Brand has teaming up with pop-surrealist artist Nina Chanel Abney, an American artist, born in Chicago based in New York, whose interpretation of MJ’s second signature is something straight out of the uncanny valley.

The “uncanny valley” refers to the degree of resemblance between an object and a human being; it typically describes certain works of animation as well as life-like robots, as the subtle difference between the real thing is enough to create an unsettling sensation. Here, this is somehow translated to footwear, as Abney’s take on the shoe is both reminiscent of and distinct from the original.

The Jordan 2 may be the most underrated signature in Jordan’s original line, however, over the years collaborators like Chicago native Don C, the late Virgil Abloh, and our friends over at Union LA have been able to show their appreciation for this sneaker ushering in the silhouette’s rebirth.

Modifying its build, the Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 features a higher cut collar than typically seen on the Air Jordan 2 emphasized by the lack of any noticeable stitching or trims and a more of a minimal take with piping and trim removed on the sneaker. This feeling is carried over to the rest of the construction as well: a White leather upper with reptile texture overlay panels and suede at the toe and heels. The heel piece is smooth, lacking the color blocking we’re familiar with; and the toe cap/perforations are cut short, ending right where the oddly plain lace unit starts. The suede heel tab is somehow disconcerting, as it reveals much more than what’s seen on prior offerings.

Other details include an aged vintage-style Sail midsole atop a Red and Grey rubber outsole that completes the design, and Abney’s artwork features, an illustration of MJ against the Lakers on the hangtag while her name is printed on the insoles.

Enjoy a first look at the Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 right here, and Look for the women’s Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 to release on July 8th via SNKRS and at select retailers.

Apr 8, 2022 No Comments

KD 15 Comes in Brooklyn Colorway Just In Time For Playoffs

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by Akeem Ivory | Apr 8, 2022 | Featured, Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

It’s hard to believe that the partnership of Kevin Durant and Nike is getting closer to seeing that two-decade mark, and arriving just in time for the 2022 NBA Playoffs Durant’s next signature shoe. The KD 15, arrives in Brooklyn Nets colors with bright accents.

Featuring a predominantly White upper with Black accents found throughout. Much like the KD 14, the KD 15 comes in a lower cut with an external cage for lockdown support. Next, we have sole comes equipped with full-length Zoom Air cushioning as well as Cushlon foam. You’ll also notice the Presto-inspired midfoot strap has been removed.

Nike KD 15
Style Code: DC1975-100
Release Date: 2022
Price: TBA

It also features “KD” tongue logos, “EASY” printed on the heel tabs with his number “7” on the lower heel. Finishing off the design is a paisley pattern on the insoles atop a Grey rubber outsole. Additional color on the branding hits, a paisley print KD logo on the insoles, and a Beige-colored highlight the main features of the pairs.

Check out the official photos below, look for this Nike KD 15 to release in the coming months at select retailers and Nike.com. Stay tuned to our Sneaker Reporter for more information.

Apr 8, 2022 No Comments

Release of The Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low Has Been Postponed Til April 12

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by Akeem Ivory | Apr 5, 2022 | Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

Those of us looking to enter the Snkrs Draw for the Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low this morning were given a time til about a minute in a half into the draw before the tab turned from “Join Draw” to “Notify Me,” so what happened was this a glitch in the matrix or was it just another fumbled released by Nike?

Well, the answer is that this sneaker release has been postponed until next Tuesday, April 12th. So just like the photo that is taken with the polaroid product your eventual L or possible W will take time to develop.

So look for the Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low to release on April 12th at select skate shops and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $120 USD.

Apr 5, 2022 No Comments

Closer look at The Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low

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by Akeem Ivory | Apr 4, 2022 | Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

Polaroid is easily one of the most iconic photography brands of all time, synonymous with instant photos, this photography company continues to provide both film and compatible cameras to the masses. So to graciously honor the 85-year-old company Nike has teamed up with Polaroid to release a special edition collaborative SB Dunk Low.

Despite teaming up with fragment design, Teva, and even Star Wars in the past, Polaroid has rarely ever brought their Spectrum to sneaker culture, But tomorrow, however, that change t capture this moment thanks to Nike SB, who have offered their very own Dunk Low.

This offering of the Nike SB Dunk Low is quite simple featuring a Black leather base with White appearing on the branded tongues, heels, and rubber sole. Rendering the construction of this sneaker as nearly monochrome. Highlighting the shoe is its Rainbow Swooshes on the sides nodding to the Polaroid logo. Multicolored insoles, and toe box embroidery, while the Polaroid name sits comfortably atop the right heel tab, lace tips, and left insole complete the design.

Look for the Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low to release on April 5th at select skate shops and Nike.com. The retail price is set at $120 USD. For a closer, more detailed look at the Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low, see below.

Polaroid Nike SB Dunk Low DH7722-001 Release Date

Apr 4, 2022 No Comments

Union Announces Nike Dunk Low “Argon” Release Date

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by Akeem Ivory | Mar 21, 2022 | Sneaker Releases, Sneakers

The Union Los Angeles and Nike collaboration dubbed, the “Passport Pack” kickstarted last month with the release of the highly limited and exclusive Dunk Low “Pistachio.” Their partnership will now be expanding into 2022 with an upcoming Union x Nike Dunk Low “Argon,”paying homage to a rare pick-up Chris Gibbs purchased on a trip to Japan.

The “Passport Pack” essentially celebrates Chris Gibbs’s three homes: New York, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. Each colorway in the set is a modern take on a Dunk from the early ‘00s that helped lay the foundation for the Dunk to become the classic that it is today. Capturing the essence of global exploration, cultural inspiration, and personal evolution, this collection encourages you to get out and get what’s yours. Each pair comes with hangtags made to look like baggage claim tags housed in special boarding pass-themed packaging.

These Nike Dunk Low styles put a new spin on the classics that inspired Gibbs (owner of Union LA) years ago, hiding in plain sight behind a see-through synthetic, hastily-stitched grid pattern tearaway upper that encases the leather underneath, whose overlays are light and dark blue, respectively. The white paints the swoosh as it does the tongue and laces; orange tags and emblems mark the profile, displaying the retailer’s “UN/LA” and Frontman branding; and red threads are found along the edge of every panel.

Look for the Union x Nike Dunk Low “Argon” to be released March 31st exclusively at Union LA store and website, the retail price set at $150 USD. For a closer look at the Union LA x Nike Dunk Low “Argon” ahead of the release, see below.