To celebrate ten years of their Gel-Quantum line, Asics partnered with JJJJound to debut this celebratory silhouette, the Gel-Quantum 360 1 AMP. Dressed in white and cream, this low-key design features a mesh upper, with synthetic leather layers and fuse overlays, free of any loud branding. Tune into my review to learn all you need to know about this new model!
Stone Island Marina dropped their newest project with New Balance, this time turning their attention to the skateboarding silhoutte, the 272. Dropping in three colourways a few weeks ago, today I’ll be reviewing this summer-ready “Ochre” (Yellow) colourway which pairs soft suede with canvas in two tones of yellow. Check out my review and let me know what you think!
Montreal-based design studio, JJJJound, dropped their second collection of Asics Gel-Kayano 14s last week, with a “Baby Blue” and “Midnight Navy” colourway each selling out quick. Today I’m reviewing both pairs, which retain the understated look that JJJJound collabs are known for. Tune into my review for an in-depth break down and to see how each pair looks on feet!
Toronto-based brand and boutique, Better Gift Shop, just dropped their first collaboration ever with Nike. The Air Max DN8 is wrapped in grey tones, with reflective lines all throughout creating an extremely unique look. Blue accents are featured throughout, including on the eight Dynamic Air pods visible throughout the midsole. Tune into my review and let me know if you’re a fan of this collab or not!
I picked up my first ever pair of the Asics Gel-Nunobiki, with this pair being part of the 6-pair collection released in collaboration with Kith. This “Delicioso / Pure Silver” colourway features a matcha-like green synthetic upper along with brown mesh and silver accents. Tune into my review for a detailed breakdown of this new model and to see how they are on feet! How did these rank in your list?
Kith and Asics dropped a 6 pair summer collection, which included my favourite of the pack – the Gel-Kayano 12.1 in “Peet / Cream”. This wearable colourway features a black mesh base, grey genuine suede overlays and more. Check out my detailed review for a full breakdown and on feet look. Did you also pick these up, or were these a pass for you?
Nike’s Zoom Field Jaxx for Travis Scott released in a new colourway a few weeks ago. This “Pale Ivory / Leche Blue” pair features a suede and textile upper in a unique mix of colours, along with design cues taken from the Nike Land Shark and Zoom Spiridon. Tune into my video for an in-depth break down and to see how these look on feet. How are you guys feeling this model?
South Korean streetwear label, thisisneverthat, returned with another New Balance collaboration – this time creating their take on the popular 991 V2 model. This greyscale pair features soft pig suede, reflective detailing and more. Tune into my review for a breakdown of this shoe and to see how they are on feet!
Ronnie Fieg is tapping into this brand new New Balance silhouette, the Abzorb 2010, releasing two colourways this coming Monday, May 19th. The one I’m reviewing is the beautiful “Purple” colourway, which features a mix of purple mesh, pig suede and synthetic nubuck layers. Watch my video for a detailed look and breakdown, and best of luck to anyone going for these tomorrow!
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