Month: May 2023

British label A-COLD-WALL* and Dr. Martens have grown a strong relationship over recent years. The duo previously redesigned Dr. Martens’ 1460, 1461, and many more, returning to the 1461 Oxford shoe for Spring/Summer 2023.The collaboration pays tribute to A-COLD-WALL* and Dr. Martens’ journey thus far and revisits the model that kicked off their Fall/Winter 2021 partnership. Clad in black and grey hues, the silhouette is dominated by utilitarian touches synonymous with Samuel Ross’ design language.The 1461 Oxford shoe is crafted from water-resistant and tumbled nubuck, taking inspiration from architectural motifs that define working-class Britain. The uppers are complimented by metal rivets above the toe boxes and rears, while functional zippers replace traditional lacing systems. ACW*’s linear logo is pressed into the heel counters alongside standard AirWear pull tabs. Finally, co-branded insoles, semi-translucent rubber outsoles, and tinted stitching complete the design.Take a closer look at A-COLD-WALL* and Dr. Martens’ 1461 Oxford shoe collaboration above. Both pairs will be available on March 25 and 26 via both brands and select retailers.In other news, Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY explores heraldic traditions for Pre-Spring 2024.

Despite a disappointing end to a the 2022-23 season for the Dallas Mavericks, Luka Dončić and the Jordan Brand are still going strong with the various releases for the Slovenian basketball player’s first signature shoe. The Jumpman continues to release different colorways for the upcoming season, including the latest dip into blue territory with the “Next Nature” colorway. Previously, the shoe arrived in a mix of aqua and purple for Easter as well as a clean white and pink version in honor of Dončić’s dogs. This time, the shoe is dressed in a mostly vibrant teal blue for the entirety of the mesh upper. The lining and the tongue are in black while hints of blue details are seen along the heel, midsole and soles. The shoe sits atop a Formula23 speckled sole while the underfoot is highlighted in red coral and blue. Look out for the Jordan Luka 1 “Next Nature” arriving later this year for $120 USD at select retailers and online at Nike.In other footwear news, Porsche recently tapped PUMA for 3D-printed MTRX sneakers.

After it was revealed in a “Light Orewood Brown” colorway last month, the Nike Zoom LeBron NXXT Gen now surfaces in a bright “Ghost Green” color scheme amidst the heat of the playoffs as LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers look to come back from 0-3 in the Western Conference Finals.The court shoes arive in bright engineered mesh uppers with pebbled leather panels decorating the mudguard, tongue tab, heel counter, and medial sides. Contrast-stitched Swooshes in hot pink and “Racer Blue” wrap around the silhouette with a smaller check double-stacked across the laterals. “NXXT” motifs are found across the heel pull tab and insoles, and rounding out the look are black speckled midoles and textured rubber outsoles.Take a first look at the Nike LeBron NXXT Gen “Ghost Green” above and look for the pairs to arrive this June via Nike and select retailers for $160 USD.Elsewhere in footwear, the adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 “Pirate Black” receives a release date.