Month: October 2022

As the NBA season begins this month, various NBA-themed colorways that Nike and Jordan Brand are known for have continued to be revealed. Recently, the LeBron 20 has been shown off in two “Lakers” looks alongside a Miami Heat colorway. Now, the Air Jordan 37 has been equipped with a Toronto Raptors color palette. This choice fits the silhouette’s theme of referencing the Air Jordan 7 as the sneaker’s OG “Raptors” colorway is well known as a pair Michael Jordan wore on court.In this “Raptors” look, the Air Jordan 37 returns with its signature Lenoweave upper in black, similar to the all-black nubuck upper found on the Air Jordan 7 “Raptors.” The team’s classic purple that has lessened in usage since the organization’s rebrand arrives on the midsole and heel tab. Hits of red appear on the lining, various Jumpman logos, tongue and sole unit to continue to the theme. Rounding out this pair, key tech specifications include Formula 23 cushioning at the sole unit, a TPU mold at the heel, a Zoom Air strobel unit and a carbon fiber midfoot shank.Release for the Air Jordan 37 “Raptors” is scheduled for October 13 at a price of $185 USD via Nike and select retailers worldwide.In other footwear news, Zion Williamson’s Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Voodoo” has now been officially revealed by Nike ahead of its holiday release.

Versatility has been the hallmark of many of New Balance’s successful launches. A key contributor to this all-roundedness has been the New Balance 550. The low-top sneaker, with its often mixed material upper, offers a look that can be dressed up and down while landing at a more affordable price point compared to other New Balance styles. Continuing this trend, the New Balance 550 now arrives in two versatile presentations of “Indigo” and “Gray.”Each pair is composed of a premium suede, mesh and leather on the upper with a plain sole unit featuring a white branded midsole and off-white rubber outsole. The “Indigo” colorway favors its signature blue throughout the upper, including on the “N” logo and 550 branding that both carry a “Sea Salt” outline that matches the off-white hue’s contributions at the heel, tongue and laces. In “Gray” these “Sea Salt” hits return alongside an almost entirely grayed-out upper.Release details for both of these upcoming New Balance 550 colorways have not yet been announced by the brand. However, look for them to hit shelves in the coming months via New Balance and select retailers at a price of $110 USD.In other footwear news, Aimé Leon Dore has revealed its upcoming collaborative New Balance 650R releases, including “Green,” “Navy” and “Gray” looks.

Much of New Balance’s success has been derived from its strategy to align with impactful collaborators in the realm of streetwear, and one of the brands that have garnered them a considerable amount of attention is Aimé Leon Dore. The NY-based label has assisted the brand through collaborations atop its 550 as well as through its founder Teddy Santis who has taken the reins on its ongoing MADE in USA collection, and now it’s lending its touch to another batch of 650R installments.This new initiative features a trio of new colorways: “Green”, “Navy” and Grey.” Each offering comes treated with full-grain leather overlays as well as mesh underlays. Co-branded hits arrive on the tongues, shoe inserts, lower heels and shoe boxes while New Balance spell-outs are printed across the collars. Creamy N logos and bottoms add a touch of vintage flair.Interested in copping? All three pairs are being released through a draw that’s live on the Aimé Leon Dore website and concludes on October 6 at 11:59 AM EDT. The retail price is set at $165 USD a piece.If you’re looking for more footwear news, Malbon Golf and New Balance have unveiled a 997G collaboration.