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Name: Converse First String Jack PurcellColorway: Mountain View/Marshmallow/Chestnut, Premium White/Marshmallow/BlackSKU: TBCMSRP: $250 USDRelease Date: Available NowWhere to Buy: Select RetailersThe Converse First String Jack Purcell returns with a premium update that underscores the franchise’s heritage while introducing elevated material choices. Available in “Mountain View/Marshmallow/Chestnut” and “Premium White/Marshmallow/Black,” the sneakers feature canvas uppers paired with refined detailing that highlights the Jack Purcell’s iconic low-profile silhouette.Honoring its vintage roots, the sneaker features upper stitching inspired by mid-1970s models, a slightly raised collar top line mirroring its 1980s iterations, and a tonal molded heel license plate complete with the era-accurate JP script and wedge logo. Crucially, the sneaker’s defining toe “smile” remains intact, though its rubber inlay has been subtly reshaped for a refined, modern finish.The two new Converse First String Jack Purcell variants are only available through select retailers. The full retailer and stockist list can be found via this dedicated webpage on Converse’s website.

Name: PF Flyers GROUNDER BOOTS BEAMS PLUS ExclusiveColorway: TBCSKU: TBCMSRP: ¥28,600 JPY (approx. $182 USD)Release Date: September 4Where to Buy: BEAMS PLUSPF Flyers and BEAMS PLUS have teamed up for the exclusive release of the GROUNDER BOOTS, which rework the heritage Grounder Hi silhouette with a rugged, military-inspired edge.Available in Black, Olive, and Navy, the boots are crafted from BEAMS PLUS’s original back-satin chino cloth uppers, woven from thick cotton yarn to deliver a textured, utilitarian feel. Each pair is finished in tonal execution across the uppers, soles and laces, creating a cohesive aesthetic. Functional upgrades include a new thick outsole with deep lugs for traction, raised rubber mudguards for durability, and gusseted tongues to keep out debris. Waxed tonal laces are paired with spare striped laces, adding versatility to the design.The silhouette is heavily fortified for the elements, featuring an expanded rubber mudguard and a newly developed thick platform outsole with deep lugs engineered to confidently grip unstable terrain. A gusseted tongue provides further protection against outdoor debris, while PF Flyers’ signature ergonomic Posture Foundation insoles ensure game-changing comfort and support underfoot. View this post on Instagram

SummaryCDG Homme Plus reimagines the Air Jordan 11 with a minimalist, premium leather monochromatic design.Dropping September 5, 2026, at Dover Street Market, the collaboration officially retails for $358 USD.COMME des GARÇONS Homme Plus and Jordan Brand have come together to inject the Air Jordan 11 with the high minimalism of Rei Kawakubo’s Paris-based label. The beloved Air Jordan silhouette, known for its streamlined expression, is even further refined with a monochromatic makeup and focus on luxurious materials.Reimagining Tinker Hatfield’s original design, the new release most notably features a gloss-finished midsole that continues the signature patent leather of the original uppers. The slight tweak has a strong impact on the design, giving it a more noticeable, extended shine. Further, the upper panels boast premium full-grain leather, debossed with subtle CDG Homme Plus and Air Jordan branding on opposing sides. Arriving in an essential duo of Black and White colorways,  the collaborative sneaker carefully balances the silhouette’s legendary basketball heritage with CDG Homme Plus’ structured, tailored design. The campaign only amplifies this elegance, featuring FW26 CDG Homme Plus tailoring and the architectural exterior of COMME des GARÇONS Aoyama flagship store in Tokyo, originally opened in 1980.The COMME des GARÇONS Homme Plus x Air Jordan 11 is set to drop on Saturday, September 5 at Dover Street Market and select COMME des GARÇONS stores. The shoe’s official retail price is set at $358 USD.