Month: September 2023

The ASICS GEL-1130, a pair that has seen a significant amount of inline releases since its retrieval from the archives in 2021, is set to release in yet another example, or rather two more examples in this case. ASICS has introduced the “Hairy Suede Pack” consisting of two GEL-1130s, each consisting of, you guessed it, hairy suede panels.These latest examples come available in the identifying colorways of “Piedmont Grey” or “Sand,” with each featuring a variety of complementary tones and Gel-cushioning.The Piedmont Grey pair features a mesh base layer of Steel Grey, while the Sand colorway’s mesh is colored in a light Cream. Each features leather accents that begin at the toe box and run up the lacelets, where it is met with a hairy suede overlay. Other notable design elements include a strip of black suede wrapped around the back of the Piedmont Grey pair and a soft brown strip on the Sand-colored pair.Both shoes feature white rubber midsoles, underfoot accents at the outsole and rear heel guards that feature the same accenting colors as those underfoot.At the time of writing, the Hairy Suede Pack is only available overseas with a U.S. release date has not yet been announced, although, the pairs are expected to retail for $110 USD each and be released on ASICS’ official site relatively soon.In related footwear news, New Balance introduces an outdoor pack in collaboration with CAYL.

Britain’s TATE institution is spread across four museums housing the best of UK art. Modern and contemporary artwork is upheld through unique and interactive installations inside the TATE Modern, TATE Britain, TATE Liverpool, and TATE St Ives. TATE is expanding into the footwear space, reining with Dr. Martens for a sophomore collection. The duo celebrates British surrealist artist Ithell Colquhoun, who impacted the international art movement in the late 1930s and beyond. Colquhoun paintings explore nature through an intimate lens focusing on sex and gender expression. She is honored across Dr. Martens’ 1460 boot enchanted by her Volcanic Flare and Example of Decalcomania Technique works. Vibrant green, red, and yellow tones make up the latter, featuring explosive graphics throughout. The second is dressed in black and white hues, reflecting her watercolor processes. Both pieces are combined into a single accessory: a leather backpack with black accents and metallic branding. The collaborative footwear is stacked atop Dr. Martens’ rubber soles, featuring classic yellow stitching and AirWair pull tabs. Take a closer look at the TATE x Dr. Martens collaboration in the gallery above. It is available to shop now via the Dr. Martens website and at select retailers. Elsewhere, MCM and PUMA Hoops return with third and final collaboration.

Nike has unveiled its classic Cortez silhouette in a “Team Red” iteration.The women’s exclusive model is crafted with nylon and a luxurious suede base that’s dipped in a rich burgundy hue. Complementing hits of white land on the panel swoosh, along with black and white tongue tags and the embroidered Nike heel logo in burgundy. The silver lace dubraes on the matching burgundy laces add a shiny look to the premium shoe, which then rests on a white and blue midsole and outsole.Check out the sneaker above. The Nike Cortez WMNS “Team Red” is set to release in the coming weeks via Nike and select retailers for a retail price of $85 USD.Elsewhere in footwear, Nike continues to honor HBCUs with a collaborative Terminator High created with Nashville’s Slim & Husky’s Pizza.