Month: March 2026

Name: Takaya Yamada x Converse Pro Leather J VTG OX “Purple/Gold”, Katsufumi Tokunaga x Converse Pro Leather J VTG OX “Black/Gray”Colorway: Purple/Gold, Black/GraySKU: TBCMSRP: ¥33,000 JPY (approx. $210 USD)Release Date: March 21Where to Buy: Converse JapanConverse Japan is officially honoring a half-century of heritage with the Converse Pro Leather J VTG OX. Arriving as part of the brand’s archive-focused TimeLine series, the 50th-anniversary project enlists the expertise of Japanese vintage collectors Katsufumi Tokunaga of Shimokitazawa’s SOMA and Takaya Yamada of Fujieda’s MAGFORLIA. The highly curated collaboration resurrects the 1976 classic with updated Japanese manufacturing and premium materials.Delivering a heavy dose of nostalgia, the Tokunaga-directed model features a black and grey color palette anchored by textured, pebbled leather and suede panels. On the other side of the release, Yamada’s iteration arrives in a bold purple and gold makeup, directly sampling the vintage enthusiast’s personal footwear archive. Both iterations are stamped with “Directed by” text alongside their respective creator’s name on the inner waist.Blending retro aesthetics with modern comfort, the “Made in Japan” shoes upgrade their internal structure with OrthoLite insoles to ensure contemporary walking performance. To complete the commemorative package, the vintage-inspired releases come equipped with an exclusive TimeLine tag, spare shoelaces tailored to each model, and an original carton mimicking the 1976 packaging.

Name: Nike x Fragment Concept Testing Mind 001Colorway: “Black”SKU: IQ8502-001MSRP: $90 USDRelease Date: March 19Where to Buy: NikeNike and fragment design have unveiled the official images of the Mind 001 “Black,” a futuristic sneaker created under Hiroshi Fujiwara’s “Concept Testing” initiative.22 interfratedsensory nodes within the midsole that move against the foot, designed to stimulate areas of the brain while walking. This sits atop soft foam cushioning for comfort and responsiveness. Dressed in matte black with touches of royal blue, the Nike Mind 001 features an alternative Flyknit upper and a mule fit, complete with engineered perforations for breathability that give the shoe a lightweight profile.Branding is deliberately understated: the midsole carries sample‑style stamped text, reminiscent of prototype markings, while a small fragment lightning bolt logo. The “Black” finish also emphasizes Fujiwara’s minimalist approach, aligning with fragment’s reputation for subtle yet impactful design.As part of the broader Concept Testing series, the fragment x Nike Mind 001 is set to release on March 19 via Nike SNKRS.