Year: 2023

Every so often Nike invests more time and energy into certain sneaker releases by partnering with various retailers around the globe on a rollout. And to kick off the year, it’s aligning with Montreal-based retailer Off the Hook to highlight the delectable Nike Dunk Low “Montreal Bagel.”Using the classic Dunk as its canvas, the Swoosh channels the morning feeling of picking up a dozen of the Canadian city’s signature sesame bagels. Toasty overlays are styled with all-over sesame-inspired patterns while the “Royal Blue” accents touch up the Swooshes to call out the flag of Quebec. The insoles have been devised with wood print to symbolize wood-burning ovens while the laces and tongue labels are styled in white to represent a bagel’s best friend: cream cheese. In addition, the translucent gum outsole salutes the honeywater dip that elevates Montreal-style bagels with a distinct hint of sweetness.To add to the fun, Nike worked with Montreal illustrator Felipe Arriagada-Nunez, aka Chien Champion, to craft a custom shoe box inspired by the cityscape and key elements from the city.Off the Hook will host a special early access launch on Friday, January 13 at 11:00 EDT for a retail price of $160 CAD (approx. $120 USD).For other news, the Nike Air Force 1 Low “Valentine’s Day” has been unveiled.

Designed to tackle all forms of terrain, the Salomon XT-Rush Utility is being brought back into the spotlight this month to be revealed in seasonal colorways. One of the installments to get highlighted is the “Lunar Rock/Stone Blue” variant which is now available via the Salomon web store.Engineered with functionality and comfort in mind, the pair is constructed with SensiFit™ that cradles the foot from the midsole to the lacing system, to provide wearers with a secure fit. Synthetic overlays are predominantly styled in a “Lunar Rock” hue while white, zig-zagged strips hug the side panels. Splashed onto the mesh throat and toe boxes as well as the heel tabs are notes of “Stone Blue” which is reminiscent of the winter season. Salomon branding is situated on the tongues and on the suede heel overlays, the former of which arrive in tonal charcoal fashion while the latter arrives in solid black font. Bottoms are designed with EnergyCell midsole cushioning and come surrounded with white midsoles and glossy gray molds.Interested in picking up a pair? Head over to Salomon right now to cop yours for £145 ($176 USD).In other news, Salomon just restocked a trio of its XT-6 RECUT colorways.

Although Salomon was born to tackle outdoor sports, the brand’s aesthetic has reached multifaceted audiences – having locked in the fused streetwear and footwear community for quite some time. From low-top silhouettes to boots, there’s a simple magic that encompasses their exceptionally functional footwear. Now, the French company is tapping into its roots by relaunching some of its most popular XT-6 colorways.Since its birth in 2013, Salomon’s XT-6 has become one of his most successful silhouettes to date with a wide array of colors to pick from today. The XT-6 RECUT offering turns back the clock with the FW18 Lack/Beluga/Russet Orange, FW19 Monument/Phantom/Vanilla and SS21 Wren/Kangaroo/Vanilla colorways. By looking at its catalog, Salomon’s latest for the XT-6 not only presents a colorfully versatile arrangement but also celebrates the silhouette’s 10th anniversary.Additonally, the XT-6 RECUT keeps the shoe’s attention to elevated performance with EVA cushioning, resistant TPU film and mesh while also updating it with new materials.Check out the standout colorways in the gallery above. Priced at $190 USD, Salomon’s XT-6 RECUT releases on Thursday, January 26 online.In related news, Air Jordan 1 High “True Blue” nods to a classic Retro in this week’s best footwear drops.