Month: June 2021

Nike is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Carolyn Davidson’s famed Swoosh logo in 2021 by way of a Nike Sportswear “First Use” pack that — alongside other silhouettes — makes ample use of the popular Dunk High. After first appearing in white/green and “University Red” makeups, the Dunk High “First Use” is back once again in a light-toned colorway with familiar orange accents.This high-cut Dunk’s uppers are build from white leather and tan suede, the former of which is used on toeboxes, quarters and collars while the latter graces mudguards, eyestays, heels, heel tabs and collar flaps. Nike’s signature orange shade appears in then-to-now style fashion on the Swooshes: the lateral side features a thicker, shorter, outlined Swoosh that doesn’t connect with the heel tab while the medial side offers a standard solid Swoosh that runs all the way back. Under the lateral Swoosh is a printed “First use June 18, 1971 hit,” which raises a question: why wasn’t this style released on June 18?Somewhat confusing release schedule notwithstanding, the lion’s share of the remaining details appear atop the white mesh tongue. There’s sacai-style doubled up laces in white and orange, a metallic gold Swoosh charm and a classic Nike tongue badge. On the back side of the tongue you can see text that explains the shoe’s inspiration while insoles provide a timeline of the Swoosh’s evolution. Down below, white midsoles and orange outsoles round off the look.The Nike Dunk High “First Use” in orange is set to release later this year, and will retail for $110 USD.For another piece of Nike history, check out the cult favorite Air Woven — which is coming back with a new take on its colorful upper.

1972 was a significant year for Nike and its running division as the Waffle “Moon Shoe” — which was designed by the Swoosh’s co-founder Bill Bowerman and sold for a record $437,500K USD in 2019 at a Sotheby’s auction — made a strong impact at the Olympic Trials. And so to honor this moment, this ZoomX Vaporfly NEXT% 2 “Dark Sulfur/Stadium Green” has been crafted with various year notations that nod to this piece of the iconic sportswear brand’s lifespan.Equal parts runner and history lesson, the kicks’ design kicks off with a “Dark Sulfur” hue that wraps around its knitted upper from the toe box to the heels. This is complemented by a duo of Swooshes that are stitched in with “Light Sienna” and “Thunder Blue” accents, one of which arrives towards the lateral heel while the other is blown up on the medial panel. Along the forefoot, “Stadium Green” drips on the overlay and bleeds down into the Zoom-stuffed midsoles. “1972” markings can be found atop the heels in marathon time-inspired font as well as inside the red squares that lie below the lateral Swoosh.You can add these to your running rotation right now as they are available through Nike for $260 USD.For more sneaker-related news, official images of the Nike Dunk Low “University Red” have appeared. 

When it’s not revealing seasonal Air Jordan retro collections or debuting high-performance basketball footwear, Jordan Brand turns its eye toward the casual market with models like the Delta 2. Thanks to its retrofuturistic look, bold branding and comfy cushioning setup, the Delta 2 has become a lifestyle favorite for many a Jumpman fan — and now it’s set to release in summer-ready “Cerulian” and “White” colorways.Tone and texture are front and center on both styles, thanks to pockmarked quarters and toeboxes that work with synthetic and suede overlays alike. Each also features embroidered Jordan spellout graphics and a Jumpman hangtag that’s pinned onto the faux eyestays. More space-age branding appears on the tongue tag and heel tabs assist with ease of entry and removal. Down below, textured React foam midsoles provide soft, supportive comfort.From a colorway standpoint, “Cerulian” combines a rich blue shade with white and tan accents plus a pop of vibrant red. “White” opts for a more simple look, blending an airy upper with milky detailing on the midsole, tan heel pieces and a pop of blue thanks to its hangtag.The Jordan Delta 2 “Cerulian” and “White” will both release via Nike SNKRS come July 2, and the MSRP for each is set at $130 USD. A woman’s “Regal Pink” colorway will arrive on July 2 as well.For more news on upcoming sneaker releases, take a look at the latest installment of HYPEBEAST’s Weekly Footwear Drops list.