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Name: norda 005Colorway: “Laser,” “Comet”SKU: TBCMSRP: $325 USDRelease Date: Available NowWhere to Buy: norda runOn the one‑year anniversary of the 005 trail racing shoe’s debut, norda expands the silhouette’s roster with two new high‑adrenaline colorways: “Laser” and “Comet.” Completing the brand’s SS26 KALEDISCOPIC collection, these two variants draw direct inspiration from the adrenaline-fueled speed and danger of 1980s Group B rally racing.Both models maintain the silhouette’s signature ultralight, plateless architecture and “close-to-the-earth” feel. The “Laser” iteration personifies off-road swiftness with a crisp white base accented by sharp hits of hot red, black piping, and subtle dashes of gold. In contrast, the “Comet” offers a more conceptual aesthetic, reviving the light grey “Neve” shade from the model’s debut as a foundation, which is then disrupted by a dark midfoot lace loop and a striking flash of bright pink cutting through the middle of the shoe.The upper is crafted from bio-circular Dyneema®, a featherlight fiber up to 15 times stronger than steel that provides maximum breathability. For the first time, norda has introduced livery-inspired branding on the upper that explicitly calls out proprietary technologies like the Arnitel® TPEE midsole foam and the Dyneema® composition. Precision is ensured by the norda® Fit Lock System, which works in tandem with a perforated micro-suede tongue and bio-circular Dyneema® laces — offering four times the strength of standard laces. Underfoot, the 005 is anchored by a Vibram Megagrip Elite and Litebase soleplate, featuring varying lug heights for seamless transitions across technical terrain while reducing overall sole weight by 30%.

Name: Kiko Kostadinov x Dr. Martens Made in England TOE BOX SHOE, Kiko Kostadinov x Dr. Martens Made in England STRAP SHOEColorway: Black, GreenSKU: TBCMSRP: £280.00 GBP (approx. $370 USD)Release Date: Available now (online), March 20 (in-stores)Where to Buy: Kiko Kostadinov, Kiko Kostadinov Tokyo, Dover Street Market Ginza, Kiko Kostadinov Seoul / AddictedKiko Kostadinov and Dr. Martens have officially introduced their latest collaborative project, revealing a new Made in England collection of men’s and women’s footwear. First debuted during the Kiko Kostadinov Dante collection presentation in November 2025, these limited-edition styles utilize reclaimed leather to merge industrial practicality with subversive design elements.The women’s offering, named the TOE BOX Shoe, reimagines a classic Oxford silhouette through the lens of a Mary Jane profile. The shoe features a single-eyelet lace-up system, cut-out construction, and triple contrast-stitch detailing. Its upper is crafted from embossed chartreuse suede alongside two-tone green leather, and it is finished with a Kiko Kostadinov Womenswear dog tag.For the men’s range, the STRAP Shoe transforms a traditional all-black leather workwear silhouette. The model integrates utilitarian functionality through a riveted, heavyweight crossover velcro strap fastening. Both the men’s and women’s models are grounded by original Dr. Martens design signatures, including durable leather construction, rounded toe boxes, Goodyear-welt stitching, and the brand’s classic grooved air-cushioned soles.Additionally, the footwear launch coincides with the release of “DANTE E-WAX,” a dedicated photo book shot by photographer E-WAX that documents the initial Dante Collection.The Kiko Kostadinov x Dr. Martens TOE BOX Shoe and STRAP Shoe are available now via the Kiko Kostadinov webstores, followed by in-store drops on March 20 via Kiko Kostadinov Tokyo, DSM Ginza, Kiko Kostadinov Seoul / Addicted.

Name: Vans Old Skool 36 and Classic Slip-On PearlizedColorways: Black/Navy Blue, Vintage Cocoa Brown, Indigo Blue, Blackout, and Camo BlackSKUs: VN000E8VYA6, VN000E8VFST, VN000D9PIND, VN000D9PBKA, and VN000D9PCAKMSRP: $110 USD to $130 USDRelease Date: March 19 and April 21 (Old Skool 36 “Vintage Cocoa”)Where to Buy: VansIs Vans an early contender for sneaker brand of the year? From exciting new partnerships with icons like SZA to its trendsetting embellishment narrative, the skate specialists are off to an energy-packed start to 2026.Returning this week is the Pearlized series, which places crystals and pearls atop iconic silhouettes. Looking first at the Old Skool 36, it takes on “Navy” and “Vintage Cocoa” (pictured here) colorways that not only feature ornamentation, but aged detailing at the upper and midsole. Meanwhile, the Classic Slip-On returns with a leather and canvas composition that similarly sports faux wear and the Pearlized treatment. Colorways of “Indigo Blue” and “Blackout” are joined by a “Camo Black” (pictured here).For those looking to pick up a pair, the Vans Pearlized series continues with the Old Skool 36 and Classic Slip-On dropping in these colorways tomorrow, March 19, via Vans and select retailers such as MACHUS at prices of $110 USD for the Classic Slip-On and $130 USD for the Old Skool 36. The “Vintage Cocoa” version of the Old Skool 36 will be available on April 21.