Year: 2021

Nike has unveiled two fresh iterations of its “Hoops” Air Force 1 Low, both of which are set to drop on New Year’s Day.The first take boasts a smooth black leather construction with tonal detailing on the laces and tongue, and pops of “University Gold” found on the side panels and Swooshes. Splashes of “Rough Green” adorn the inner liner, heel tabs and runner outsole, while an embroidered “Hoops” patch can be found at the rear. For the second take, white leather takes centre stage. Paired with pleasing pops of “Canyon Purple”, black lining and a matching outsole, the sneaker is similarly rounded out with the “Hoops” patch at the ankle and a jersey mesh tongue.Both sneakers are rumored to be dropping on January 1 and will be available from the Nike webstore, retailing at $110 USD.In other sneaker news, adidas Originals has revisited its running-inspired Retropy E5 silhouette.

Following the launch of its Retropy E5 silhouette earlier this year, adidas Originals revisits the running-inspired sneaker to drop a clean “Orbit Grey/Altered Blue” iteration.Diving deep into its extensive brand catalog of performance sneakers dating back to the 1970s, Adidas Originals combines heritage looks with more modern features like its epochal BOOST cushioning, resulting in a sneaker that effortlessly finds the perfect balance.Building on its multi-colored entrance back in June, adidas Originals douses the textile and suede upper in more subtle hues of “Orbit Grey” and “Altered Blue,” while splashes of vibrant orange grace the three stripes and heel. Sat atop the brand’s archetypal BOOST midsole, the Retropy E5 is rounded out with classic lace closure, textile lining and a classic rubber outsole.The adidas Originals Retropy E5 “Orbit Grey/Altered Blue” is available to buy now from the brand’s online webstore, retailing at £90 (approximately $120 USD).In other footwear news, adidas has unveiled its NMD S1 in a grey and “Green Glow” colorway.