Category: Shoes

SummaryJustin Saunders’ design studio, JJJJound, has officially teased an upcoming all-black flip flop just in time for the shifting seasons.Staying true to the brand’s renowned minimalist ethos, the summer-ready sandal features an entirely monochromatic build with subtle, understated brandingWhile an official release date and pricing have not yet been announced, the footwear is expected to drop via JJJJound’s channels in the coming weeksAs the weather warms up, it is time to start rotating out the heavy boots and sneakers for something a bit more breathable. Right on cue, Montréal-based design studio JJJJound has taken to social media to tease its latest footwear offering: a sleek, all-black flip flop. Known for perfecting the art of the elevated basic, Justin Saunders and his team are bringing their signature minimalist touch directly to your poolside rotation, proving that even the most casual summer staples can carry a premium, curated aesthetic.While JJJJound is often celebrated for its highly sought-after sneaker collaborations with heavyweights like New Balance, Reebok, and ASICS, the brand’s in-house line of lifestyle essentials remains just as compelling. This upcoming flip flop strips warm-weather footwear down to its absolute core. The teaser reveals a clean, completely monochromatic black build that eschews loud colors or complicated technical straps in favor of pure, unadulterated simplicity.True to the JJJJound design language, the branding is kept remarkably subtle. Rather than heavily stamped logos, the sandals feature a quiet, understated nod to the label—likely a debossed text logo on the strap or printed seamlessly onto the footbed. This “if you know, you know” approach is exactly what has cultivated the brand’s fiercely loyal following, offering a refined alternative to the logo-heavy slides that typically dominate the summer market.For fans looking to complete their minimalist summer uniform, these flip flops are poised to be a mandatory pickup. Because this is currently just a teaser, official launch details are still under wraps. However, fans can expect the all-black flip flops to release via JJJJound.com in the coming weeks as we officially transition into the summer season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JJJJound (@jjjjound)

SummaryNike’s Air Lab at Milan Design Week 2026 offers an interactive preview of the brand’s air-based innovations, featuring over 100 prototypes and high-tech design workshops.This retrospective celebrates the architectural heritage of the Air Max 1 while exploring the future of footwear through advanced robotics and immersive sessions.Nike has landed at Milan Design Week 2026, taking over the architecture and design center Dropcity to deliver an interactive experience centered on the brand’s air-based innovations.The Air Lab, which will become a permanent exhibit at Dropcity this fall, features more than 100+ never-before-seen NikeAir prototypes and hands-on experiences led by Drop City. With the preview exhibition, Nike unveils a library of samples and swatches that come directly from the development of concepts like the Air Liquid Max, FlyWeb, Radical AirFlow, Therma-FIT Air Milano, and more technical explorations.Workshops will focus on the concept of “air as a design medium,” while panels will include members of the Nike team. For added immersion, listening sessions will be hosted by Club to Club and breathwork sessions by Joe Holder. Attendees of Milan Design Week who register will get primary access to 8 tool stations, including everything from robotic arms to thermoforming machines and pneumatic cylinder kits.Each station rests on a pillar of design: visualizing (air as evidence), forming (air as shape), deforming (air as transformation), pumping (air as expansion), suctioning (air as void), calibrating (air as impulse), cooling (air as subtraction), and blasting (air as force).In 1979, the Nike Air Tailwind was the first model to incorporate the brand’s air cushion technology; however, it wouldn’t be until Tinker Hatfield’s Air Max 1 arrived that the visible cushions made their debut. In a fitting narrative for Milan Design Week, the 1987 Air Max 1’s design was inspired directly by architecture. Paris’ Centre Pompidou, with its inside-out concept, was the key reference point for Hatfield in exposing the cushions.With the Air Max 1 poised to reach its 40th anniversary in 2027, the Nike Air Lab sets the stage with a retrospective exploring its past, present, and future.The NikeAir_Lab will be open from April 20-26 at Via Sammartini 72 in Milan, Italy.

Name: Wales Bonner x adidas Predator 26 “Snakeskin”Colorway: Snakeskin/ChromeSKU: JR4430MSRP: $345 USDRelease Date: Available NowWhere to Buy: adidasThe intersection of high fashion and “the beautiful game” has just reached a new pinnacle. Originally unveiled to the public in June 2025, the highly anticipated adidas Predator 26 by Wales Bonner has finally arrived. Serving as the crowning jewel of the duo’s larger Spring 2026 capsule collection, the collaborative boot brings Grace Wales Bonner’s signature sartorial elegance directly to the pitch, resulting in an elite performance model that refuses to compromise on luxury aesthetics. Co-signed by Arsenal rising star Myles Lewis-Skelly, the Wales Bonner Predator 26 leans into a rich, brown-heavy color palette that perfectly aligns with the London-based designer’s previous adidas Originals footwear drops. Pushing the boundaries of traditional sportswear design, the boot is highlighted by a striking snakeskin print draped entirely across its STRIKESKIN-assisted upper. Adding a stark, futuristic contrast to the earthy base, shimmering chrome Three Stripes perfectly match the eye-catching, metallic finish on the advanced CONTROLFRAME 2.0 sole unit.The meticulous attention to detail extends to the branding, introducing asymmetrical elements that elevate the silhouette’s bespoke feel. The left boot features distinct “Wales Bonner” text cleanly applied to the lateral sidewall, while the right boot honors the partnership with a classic “WB” logo stamped onto the Predator’s iconic fold-over tongue.Seamlessly bridging the gap between runway sophistication and elite athletic performance, this latest footwear installment continues to cement Wales Bonner and adidas as one of the most exciting collaborative forces in modern menswear. Fans and athletes looking to upgrade their kit can secure a pair of the Predator 26 boots now, directly through the adidas webstore. View this post on InstagramA post shared by adidas Originals (@adidasoriginals)