Month: August 2021

Nick Sisombath’s footwear label Collegium is going from strength to strength, and for its latest release, the L.A.-based brand has emerged from the realms of sneakers by entering a more formal sphere, introducing its Pillar Penny loafer.The Pillar Penny quietly dropped this weekend in “Nero” leather, “Cognac” suede, and “Terracotta” suede, with the very latter currently sold out in all sizes. But fear not, as the two former pairs are still up for grabs.So, what do you get with the Pillar Penny? Well, in Collegium’s usual form, the shoes are crafted from the finest soft Italian calf leather or suede, and feature a soft calf leather lining to boot. The whole shoe has been hand-stitched in Italy as per the brand’s signature construction approach, while a natural leather sole and compressed leather heel have been incorporated into the shoe’s design for a classic, yet elevated, touch.As for the design itself, it follows classic cues but is heightened using some core Collegium touchpoints. For example, the loafer’s throat has the standard “Penny” slot on the front tongue section, the sole unit is low-profile but still fitted with a heel, and the stitching looks very traditionally on-point.At the rear, we find a detachable Collegium-branded metal tassel, serving as a nod to tradition while bringing Collegium’s contemporary aesthetic into the picture.The Collegium Pillar Penny loafer in “Nero” and “Cognac” is available in a limited range of sizes on Collegium’s website now. It retails for $250 USD.In case you missed it, check out Nick Sisombath’s issue of Sole Mates.

Following a series of early looks, Off-White™ has now delivered release information for first and last iterations included in Virgil Abloh’s Nike Dunk Low “THE 50” collaboration.According to the label. “Exploring the Off-White™ motto of ‘defining the grey area between black and white,’ @virgilabloh designed a Dunk Low offering expanding the notion of permutability within one collaborative design.Inspired by vintage Dunk, the Off-White™ Dunk Low spans 50 uniquely customized Lots, each accented by different colors on the signature Off-White™ features like the tongue, zip-tie, Swoosh tab and over lace. Each pair also comes equipped with a specially numbered heel piece that lets you know which Lot you’re wearing.”The 01 of 50 and 50 of 50 iterations included in the collection stand out from the expansive array of sneakers as they are white and black-based iterations. Each colorway is marked specially with metallic silver silver Swoosh branding for a striking look. The 01 of 50 and 50 of 50 Off-White™ x Nike Dunk Low “THE 50” will be offered exclusively at Off-White™ locations August 2 via raffle. Details for the release can be found below. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Off-White™ (@off____white) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Off-White™ (@off____white)For more footwear news, take a detailed look at the Off-White™ x Nike Dunk Low “THE 50” 16 of 50.

Following the release in a “Light Bone” hue, the Nike Space Hippie 04 gets drenched in a coffee colorway in preparation for the autumn season.The new design utilizes the same “Space Waste Yarn” upper woven in a cool-toned mocha shade with the main Swoosh knitted in beige on the lateral. A mini Swoosh found on the side of the inner toe area along with the “04” tongue branding are stitched in the same creamy beige. Dark chocolate takes over the laces and Nike heel loop while the inner liners add contrast in volt green and features the Nike retro pinwheel logo. The shoe is sealed off with a cream trash scrapped midsole over panels of regrind rubber for extra grip.Look out for the new Space Hippie 04 to release in the coming months for $130 USD.For more footwear, Nike gives the new SB Force 58 a “Dutch Blue” makeup.