At times, the challenge to clean up the industry’s act can seem overwhelming and cost prohibitive, not to mention like herding feral cats. It’s not easy being green. But don’t despair. Progress is being made, assures Andy Polk, FDRA’s sustainability capo. In fact, he’s downright optimistic about the progress that’s being made and, more so, …
Month: April 2022
Naot Expands Vegan Collection
Due to popular demand, Naot has expanded its vegan leather collection for Fall ’22 in terms of new sandal colors as well as introducing the Tamra women’s knit lace-up sneaker. The collection, which has tripled in size, features leathers made of agricultural waste, such as hemp, pineapple leaves, coconut, banana and water hyacinth. “We couldn’t …
Nike Air Force 1 Mid “Ale Brown” Nods to the Original Nike Shoe Box
Nike is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its popular Air Force 1 model this year, and it’s only right the brand doubles down on its releases. A plethora of new installments are going to be rolled out to the public this season, one of which is the Air Force 1 Mid “Ale Brown.”The color palette of these kicks is a homage to the past. Most of the premium leather uppers is fashioned in white such as the perforated toe boxes, quarters, collars and heels while the glossy straps and overlays are fitted with its titular shade. Doses of “Total Orange” are then sprinkled to the jeweled Swooshes, embroidered Swooshes on the straps as well as the branding on the lace dubraes, tongues and heels, and this tone is meant to call out the color of OG Nike boxes. Midsoles and outsoles are both drowned in a creamy hue to further channel a vintage look.Official images of the shoes are available to look at above, and you can find these releasing on April 28 via SNKRS for $140 USD.For other sneaker news, peep a closer look at the Nike Air Force 1 Mid “Panda.”