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Monday, June 22, 2020
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Each season, Nike releases a special N7 collection that’s inspired by Indigenous American culture. For its Summer 2020 slate, Nike N7 is looking to heritage plants like aloe, yucca, wild rose, dandelion and prickly pear for pattern and color inspiration — then using those prints and tones for a nod to traditional Indigenous healing methods. Consisting of fresh takes on the Air Max 90, Kyrie 6, Venture Runner and Benassi Slide as well as an extensive set of apparel, the offerings acknowledge the restorative powers of the Earth in compelling, colorful fashion.
Nike has debuted a new silhouette dubbed the Air Max Exosense in an expressive “Atomic Powder” colorway. With an upper that seemingly draws inspiration in both hue and shape from the Air Max Plus stacked atop a midsole taken directly from the Air Max 200, the Exosense brings two different eras of Nike Sportswear together for an entirely new look.
Uppers are constructed from a vibrant orange mesh, which is quickly overlaid by a cored-out black exoskeleton This external structure has a texture that almost looks like tumbled leather, and the Exosense’s name may very well nod to its eye-grabbing style. Slightly softer shades of orange hit the toe bumper, throat, tongue and collar accents, while a light neon green shade appears on Swooshes and heels alike.
New-jack circular tongue tabs and standard heel tabs assist with entry and removal, with black rope laces weaving through the aforementioned eyestays. This upper is undeniably bold, but the lower half is simple — using only a simple jet-black Air Max unit and white EVA foam midsole to round off the style.
The Nike Air Max Exosense “Atomic Powder” is available via the Nike China webstore now, and is priced at ¥899 CNY (approximately $127 USD).
After unveiling its exclusive collection with YOOX and another capsule with the estate of David Wojnarowicz, JW Anderson has announced that pre-orders for its Chain loafer is now open.
The Chain loafer is a unisex pair that was first spotted at the designer’s Paris Men’s Fashion Week show in January, coming as part of Jonathan Anderson‘s Fall/Winter 2020 offering.
Nike has revived Scottie Pippen‘s famous Air More Uptempo in a familiar “White/Black” colorway. One of Nike Basketball‘s most striking creations in the ’90s, the Air More Uptempo first released in 1996 and was on Pippen’s feet during a crucial period of the Chicago Bulls‘ second three-peat. The “White/Black” last released in 2018 — a relatively short hiatus — but with interest around the ’90s Bulls having crested again due to The Last Dance, Nike Sportswear‘s decision to bring it out of the archives once again is an undeniably sound one.
Look for the Air Jordan 34 Low “Vapor Green” at stockists like Sneaker Politics, with a retail price of $165 USD.NEW FRESH KICKS:
Celebrated by Virgil Abloh, Erik Arteaga, better known as burberry.erry/Bam Margiela on Instagram, has put together another video of himself skating in a pair of unreleased sneakers.
This time around Arteaga busted out his pair of the Off-White™ x Air Jordan 4 “Sail” for a session at his local skatepark. Dressed in a full Jean-Paul Gaultier outfit, the monochromatic collaborative sneakers hold up in a rapid succession of tricks. Virgil also commented on the video with simply, “the young OG of this thing strikes again.”
Reportedly priced at $200 USD, the Off-White™ x Air Jordan 4 “Sail” is rumored to be released July 25.
LeBron James indisputably ruled the world of basketball in 2010 after securing a second straight NBA MVP award and leaving the Cleveland Cavilers to join the Miami Heat. To celebrate this momentous time in the King’s career, Nike cooked up an exclusive LeBron 7 “MVP,” a lauded style that’s now set for its first-ever re-release.
From toebox to heel, the “MVP” is refined, elegant, and packed full of special details — in short, bringing together all the best attributes of early 2010s Nike Basketball product. It’s reminiscent of a letter jacket in its construction, thanks to a soft grey fabric base, tumbled white leather overlays and a golden chenille Swoosh wrapped in embroidered burgundy trim on the lateral side. More burgundy hits the laces and collar, while the top eyestays are done up in a regal metallic gold to match the gold badge on the lateral heel.
Moving to the lower half, the full-length Air Max midsole is done up in bright crimson, sandwiched between white EVA foam and a semi-translucent red outsole that’s awash in gold flecks and features a gold stamp in its center. “Two” and “Three” appear on the left and right toe bumpers, and LeBron’s name is stamped directly onto the laces.
The “MVP” is certainly not lacking in details specific to King James’ achievements either. The most notable appears on the lateral heel, where an embroidered “MVP” graphic sits behind a cut-out Swoosh detail. “Witness” and “History” are embroidered on the left and right heels, respectively, while the inside of each tongue nods to one of ‘Bron’s back-to-back MVP awards. A special championship banner-inspired tag is sewn onto the insoles, and LeBron’s signature is embroidered on the tongue to finalize the look.
The Nike LeBron 7 “MVP” is set for a June 26 release via Nike SNKRS, and is priced at $200 USD.
After releasing in a classic “Viotech” colorway this May, Nike Sportswear‘s ever-popular Air Trainer 3 is back in “Midnight Navy/University Red.” This USA-centric take on the all-purpose trainer once worn by everyone from the great Bo Jackson to Spike Lee‘s Mookie in Do The Right Thing is a slightly altered take on a throwback colorway. It’s also rife with old-school Nike details sure to delight purists and new fans alike.
Versatile 5/8 cut uppers are built from perforated white leather that’s bolstered with supportive grey plastic heel clips and signature forefoot straps. These pieces add an undeniable air of lifestyle flair, but were originally crafted for standout support, suitable for basketball, football, cross-training and more. Smooth navy blue suede overlays provide a stylish dark contrast with their undeniably airy base while furthering the layered look. Pops of red on the midfoot Swoosh, tongue tag and aforementioned forefoot strap add plenty of branded flair. White and navy midsoles house a vivid red Air Max unit in the heel to complete the look.
The Nike Air Trainer 3 “Midnight Navy/University Red” is available now via the Nike webstore, and is priced at $130 USD.
Dr. Martens has continued its 1460 Remastered project by reunited with PLEASURES for another take on the classic boot silhouette. The collaboration takes inspiration from two music genres, mixing the energy of punk with the more polished and modern feel of New Wave.
The inspiration for the design came from PLEASURES’ founder Alex James experience growing up listening to punk while his friends listened to New Wave. By mixing the two genres, James wanted to show how the 1460 has been a touchstone for generations of subcultures.
Referencing this clash of genres, the boot is split in half. On one side of each boot is polished patent leather to represent New Wave. This is contrasted against this with tough, unpolished leather in honor of punk’s rawness. Finishing off the design is a “PLEASURES NOW” heel strip, dual laces and hook eyelets.
Converse has unveiled a brand new iteration of its Star Player OX. The silhouette is an amalgam of key designs taken from Converse’s other iconic silhouettes — the toecap and midsole of Chuck ’70s with the body of a One Star. The American footwear label has given the model a multi-colored “Logo Mash Up” makeover.
Starting at the top of the silhouette is a debossed motif of a basketball set over a smooth white leather tongue. Contrasted against flat tonal laces, the colorway sports a set of asymmetrical eyelet panels outlined with bold summer palettes along the edges. The left foot comes with green piping along the lateral side; yellow, medial, while the right foot boasts orange piping on its lateral; blue, medial. Besides its crisp white leather body, the shoe features a vented rubber One Star logo at the sidewalls to round up the uppers’ design. All of these details rest over a retro ecru-tinged midsole, with skinny purple foxing as a finishing touch.
Converse’s Star Player OX “Logo Mash Up” will be available on June 18, 3 a.m. EDT on OVERKILL’s website for $101 USD.
Teyana Taylor
For its latest limited-edition collection, MAC Cosmetics has tapped Teyana Taylor to create a selection of makeup inspired by her love for classic ’90s fashion. The collection has been over a year in the making, and will feature new products that are yet to be revealed.
“I’m very excited to be partnering with a company like MAC who I’ve watched collaborate with strong women of color over the years,” Teyana Taylor said in a press release, “I’ve been a fan of MAC ever since I was 15 years old and started experimenting with makeup, it was the first brand that made me like makeup. I’m so grateful and excited to be sharing this beautiful collection I created with the MAC team but also hoping to inspire other young women that anything and everything is possible,” she continued.
The announcement comes after MAC Belgium saw former employees speak out about the treatment of Black staff, to which the label responded with direct action. Revealing the full makeup of the MAC team on Instagram, the post reads, “‘All Ages, All Races, All Genders’ – has been core to our DNA since its creation in 1984 and remains more integral to who we are now than ever before. Over the past few weeks, we have used this moment to pause, listen to our community and reflect on how we will further recommit ourselves to this core mantra. In doing so, we have developed a plan of action that will help us be better allies to the Black community.”
“As a longtime friend of the brand, we’ve grown to know and love Teyana for having a style unlike anyone else. She’s fierce, bold and unapologetically herself, no matter what she’s wearing – all qualities we stand for at MAC, and are so excited to bring to life through this new collaboration.” said Ukonwa Ojo, Global Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Global Marketing.
Stay tuned as the full collection has yet to be revealed. For more from Teyana Taylor, don’t miss The Album dropping on Juneteenth.
UPDATE (June 16, 2020): Teyana Taylor has finally announced the official release date of her upcoming third album dubbed THE ALBUM. Set to drop on Juneteenth (June 19) via G.O.O.D Music/Def Jam Recordings, the contemporary R&B artist’s 23-track record features collaborations with Rick Ross, Erykah Badu, Quavo, Missy Elliott, Kehlani, Future, Big Sean, Ms. Lauryn Hill and more.
Additionally, Taylor’s album includes her new graduation anthem “Made It,” the Janet Jackson-approved “Bare Wit Me,” the Kanye West-produced “We Got Love” and “How You Want It? (HYWI?)” featuring King Combs.
THE ALBUM will release on June 19, which will be available on all streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
ORIGINAL STORY (May 8, 2020): Following the release of her second studio album K.T.S.E. back in 2018, Teyana Taylor has revealed that she will be dropping her third record this coming June via G.O.O.D Music. The contemporary R&B artist took to Instagram to make the announcement by posting a photo of the album’s cover art, along with a simple caption: “THE ALBUM, June 2020.” According to Revolt, the artist hosted an Instagram Live Q&A session with her friend and dance collaborator Coco Gilbert last month, where she confirmed that “the album is done.”
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