Asics recently released this fresh general release colourway of their popular Gel-Kayano 14 model. Named “Simply Taupe / Oatmeal”, it has a more premium feel with a tonal mesh and suede upper, in various shades of cream and beige. Check out my review to learn more about these and let me know if you are feeling this colourway or not!
Celebrating the X-Men’s 60th Anniversary, Kith teamed up with Marvel and Asics to release 7 different colourways of the Gel-Lyte III, each representing different iconic X-Men characters. In my final video for this series, I’ll be giving you a detailed review of the ultra limited “Wolverine 1975” colourway, which is based off of Wolverine’s original costume from the 70s. Check out my video, and drop a comment on what you think of this design!
Shenzhen-based label, Costs, recently teamed up with Asics to release their special take on the Gel-Lyte III model. Inspired by lychee vines, these have a very natural look to it, crafted using a mix of brown and pale green suedes, along with hemp panels and unique embroidery. Check out my detailed review and drop a comment down below if you are feeling these!
To kick off September, Jordan Brand dropped a brand new colourway of the Air Jordan 1. The “Palomino” colourway is crafted using smooth black leather, and a premium brown coloured nubuck that has a very natural, raw and untreated feel to it. Check out my in-depth review to learn more about these Jordans, and let me know if you also picked up a pair for yourself!
As part of Kith and Adidas Originals fall 2023 lineup, I picked up one of the shoes that released – the Rod Laver. Named after the Australian tennis great, this shoe dates back to the 70s and has been more of a cult classic sneaker that has retroed a few times throughout history. This new colourway for Kith though is clean, minimalistic, and perfect for those not looking to boldly display a company’s logo on their feet.
Australia’s HAL Studios recently dropped their final of three colourways of the Asics GEL-1130. Inspired by the natural world, this minimalistic colourway draws inspiration from the landscapes of glaciers, with a mix of off-white mesh, suede, and brown leathers. Check out my detailed review to learn more and to see how they look on feet. Did you also cop a pair or was this a pass for you?
Yuto Horigome is famously known for being the first ever Olympic gold medalist in the sport of skateboarding, and he recently just dropped his first ever collaboration with Nike SB. These beautiful Dunks are inspired by Ōjima Komatsugawa Park, which is where his spark and love of the sport was formed. Check out my detailed review and on foot look and let me know if you are a fan of this colourway!
Inspired by the Japanese book, A Dictionary of Colour Combinations, this Nike SB Dunk Low features a vintage, aged looking suede upper in orange tones. blue and teal, along with a yellowed midsole and outsole. Releasing alongside another colourway in a similar theming, these released recently in skateshops which is where I picked these up from. What do you think of this pair – cop or drop?
A few weeks back, Jordan Brand released this new colourway of the Air Jordan 3. Featuring a cracked leather upper, a mix of dark and light brown hits cover the remainder of the shoe, with gold accents rounding out its design. Check out my in-depth review and on feet look and comment below if you also picked these up for your collection!
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