Month: February 2023

U.K. footwear manufacturer Clarks Originals is slowly but surely becoming synonymous with collaboration. In the past decade, the titan has united with numerous industry-leading brands, most recently tapping on Packer and Salehe Bembury for their takes on its classic silhouettes. One of its most notable collaborators is Japanese stalwart BEAMS, who has reimagined several formal models since the early 2010s. As we simmer into 2023, one of the duo’s best collaborations will return to shelves — reissuing its GORE-TEX-infused Wallabee boot from 2018. This edition will relaunch with the same accents that made the previous unique, featuring dark “Navy” suede uppers designed with waterproof GORE-TEX lining for protective wear. Its elastic construction allows for laceless use while being put to the test in unpredictable outdoor conditions. The mid-cut Wallabee boot is complete with tonal VIBRAM rubber sole units that boast a zig-zag traction pattern and a trail-ready appeal.Take a closer look at the collaboration above, which will be restocking via select retailers, including BEAMS, later this month for ¥34,100 JPY (approx. $260 USD). In other footwear news, take a closer look at the Stüssy x Nike Air Max Penny 2 “Fossil.”

Stüssy has led the way in the collaborative space throughout 2023, having united with Our Legacy and Timberland to set its laidback touch on their classic silhouettes. Last year, Stüssy came together with Nike to debut a duo of Air Penny 2s and steps into the new year by slapping two more colorways on Penny Hardaway’s signature model. Official images of the “Rattan” version have already been revealed, while its succeeding “Fossil” counterpart now lands on-court seeing the pair in action. The sneaker is presented in a tonal palette, featuring an all-over hemp upper delivered in a delicate beige finish. Stüssy script sits on the medial panels, while the rear half is inscribed with the pair’s emblematic wavy pattern. Rope-style pull tabs appear on the tongues and sterns, while circular Nike logos are encapsulated in rubber on the former. A slightly darker beige tone decorates chunky sole units fashioned with curving outlines and concealed Air bubbles. Take a closer look at the Stüssy x Nike Air Max Penny 2 “Fossil” in the gallery above. The pair is scheduled to drop on February 10 via both brands for $200 USD. In other footwear news, LOEWE’s SS23 Grass Sneakers bring lawn and order to your feet.

Images of the Nike Air Force 1 Low commemorating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop have surfaced.First look images of the model show the classic silhouette take design cues from the “Classics” pack. The shoe is crafted with the traditional white leather base, while a contrasting black and white gradient land on the panel swoosh and Nike Air heel logo. Additional branding details can be found on the special tongue tag that features the Nike emblem and the phrase “50 Years of Hip-Hop,” as well as the gold microphone adornment hanging on the laces. A yellow midsole gives the iteration an aged look as it rests on a grey midsole, and clean white laces tie the shoe together for a clean finish.Check out the images above and stay tuned for official photos, a release date and retail price.Elsewhere in footwear, take an official look at the AMBUSH x Nike Air Force 1 in “Phantom” and “Black.”