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Hot off the heels of unveiling its latest QISAN COZY and AJATU RUN silhouettes, the adidas Y-3 family is further advancing its footwear catalog with yet another model titled the Y-3 4D IOW Runner. The concept behind this latest piece is duality as it has the capability to switch between a mid-top and a low-top. The offering is primarily manufactured from a breathable mesh material that forges its upper half and it comes packaged with a duo of modular neoprene inserts that allow wearers to go back and forth between its heights. Its foundation is sleek in style and bears a synthetic overlay that runs from the heels to the throat and down onto the forefoot and a suede panel parks itself out on the back end. Branding is found via monochromatic Y-3 hit on the mid-top insert as well as the lateral walls which host traditional adidas Y-3 branding in white. Its cushioning system features a technical 4D midsole that’s only exposed at the forefoot on the lateral side. A tiny Three Stripes emblem also makes an appearance on the front end of the kicks. Looking to cop? The Y3 4D IOW Runner is available to buy now at Aphrodite for £399 (approx. $555 USD). Elsewhere in footwear news, the upcoming adidas YEEZY BOOST 700 V2 “Mauve” has been revealed.

It’s been 25 years since Nike officially debuted Air Max 96 II — a silhouette that served as an iconic transition piece between the Air Max 97 and Air Max 95. Lately, the model has seen a strong resurgence on the market by releasing in both retro and modern colorways, and now it has emerged in a striking “Midnight Navy” palette.While this iteration isn’t officially tied to Team USA, it’s color palette is certainly reflective of the Olympic national squad. Its nominal color is used to tap onto the the upper’s leather overlays, tongues and interior lining. Bold red accents reminiscent of the stripes on America’s flag spill onto the throat’s banner, tiny Swooshes placed near the ankles, heel overlays and mid-foot trim. Lying beneath all of these aforementioned layers is mesh that is coated in a “Cool Grey” hue. Additionally, the heels and insoles are ornamented with five stars, the former of which see through to gray finishes while the latter deviates with a navy tone. Semi-chunky midsoles are cooked up with white walls and the outsoles finish its design off with a navy exterior.These have released already via Nike Japan but a stateside drop is likely coming soon.Looking for more footwear news? Peep an official look at the Travis Scott x fragment design x Air Jordan 1 Low.

It’s been 15 years since Dennis Busenitz and adidas first announced their partnership, so the tenured skateboarder and adidas Skateboarding are celebrating the milestone with a new iteration of the Busenitz Indoor Super. Inspired by an indoor squash model from the ’80s, the Busenitz Indoor Super retains plenty of classic adidas Originals flair but adds skate-ready tweaks to ensure it’s ready to withstand even the most strenuous street session.Crafted from black perforated suede and adorned with a gold Three Stripe graphic plus a gold Busenitz hit and nylon overlays, the shoe’s upper promises enhanced durability. It also features a lengthy tongue — a la Busenitz’s famed adidas Busenitz, a skate-ified version of the adidas Samba — that’s held in place with nylon straps. Heels feature red leather “X” and “V” hits for a nod to the 15-year partnership, and grippy gum outsoles complete the look by offering a combination of board feel and cushioning. “In a world of 15 seconds, 15 years is truly something special,” said Busentiz himself. “I’m looking forward to another 15 years of fun with adidas Skateboarding through traveling, skating and making good shoes.” The 15-year adidas Busenitz Indoor Super will release via the adidas webstore and adidas Skateboarding stockists on August 7. Its MSRP is set at $100 USD.Moving from skateboarding to lifestyle, Y-3 has unveiled two new silhouettes: the QISAN COZY and the Y-3 AJATU RUN.