Month: December 2022

Shortly after making noise with A Ma Maniére, Jordan Brand and the Air Jordan 4 began the pivot to 2023 with the reveal of the Air Jordan 4 SE Craft in a “Photon Dust” colorway. Now, following an in-hand breakdown, the anticipated pair has surfaced with on-foot shots that show off the sneaker’s key detailing.Joining other “Craft” makeovers on Jordan Brand silhouettes such as the Air Jordan 2, this take on the Air Jordan 4 balances leather and suede in a carefully assembled colorway that lets the sneaker’s iconic features shine. “Photon Dust” and “Pale Vanilla” hues grace the upper as it toggles between shades of gray throughout. Its Air-backed sole unit includes a “Sail” midsole that joins a “Photon Dust” and dark brown rubber outsole to complete the look.Release for the Air Jordan 4 SE Craft “Photon Dust” is currently expected to take place on February 11 of next year via Nike and select retailers at a price of $210. While we await confirmation on these details from the Swoosh, check out the on-foot shots above and stay tuned for more information.For more in the busy world of footwear, a first look at the upcoming Air Jordan 1 High OG “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” has surfaced.

Following a first look, we now have another look at Drake’s NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra “Champagne” and “Purple.” The tonal “Purple” take was originally seen on Drake’s Instagram last month and centers around a striking lavender tone contrasted by subtle white elements.Building on the Canadian artist’s “Champagne Papi” moniker, the NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra “Champagne” sees the Nike ACG-inspired collaborative sneaker express padded and perforated premium white leather uppers. Detailing comes in the form of matching laces and mesh tongues, contrasting black sockliners, and metallic gold decorations throughout. Elevating the shoe are Air-assisted sculpted matching midsoles and icy translucent blue treaded rubber outsoles.Drake’s NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra “Champagne” and “Purple” are now expected to release sometime next year above. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trey (@treytrilogy)For more footwear news, the Off-White™ x Nike Air Terra Forma receives an official release date.

Nike has just added another colorway to its upcoming 2023 lineup of Nike Cortez releases. The simple color combination has elements of the winning recipe found in the J. Crew Killshot 2 and sees a green “Aloe Vera” mixed in with Sail. The classic shoe also sees a mixture of suede on the toe and heel, where the uppers sit on a triple-toned gum sole unit. Adding more retro flair is a large Swoosh in the Aloe Vera along with a debossed Nike panel at the heel. The trainer is finished off with orange insoles. Set for an early 2023 release, the Nike Cortez in Sail/Aloe Vera is priced at $120 USD. In other footwear news, Van Ness Wu discusses how xVESSEL found its way in footwear.