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Update: As we await an official reveal, on-foot shots of the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Vibrations of Naija” have surfaced. Check it out above and and stay tuned for more details as it’s currently expected to hit shelves May 27 at a price of $180 USD. For more information, dive into our previous coverage below.Original Story: As Jordan Brand continues to expand its global presence, its themes have become increasingly diverse. Classic collections such as the Nike subsidiary’s annual Chinese New Year-themed capsule have been joined by newer themes such as 2022’s celebration of international retailers like Manilla-based TITAN on the Air Jordan 2 Low. Looking ahead to 2023, Jordan Brand looks to be tapping into Nigerian design with its upcoming Air Jordan 1 High OG “Vibrations of Naija.”Arriving in a timeless color composition of white, off-white and black, this pair offers a versatile look with a thematic twist. Its upper favors a white leather presentation that puts a spotlight on the sneaker’s unique textile Swooshes and collar. These details likely lean into the colorway’s Nigerian inspiration, though specifics regarding its roots have not yet been shared. A yellow-heavy off-white appears at the collar’s Wings logo, the laces, lining and rubber outsole to complete the overview of this first look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Long7ze (@long7ze)Currently, the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Vibrations of Naija” is scheduled to release May 27 via Nike and select retailers at a price of $180 USD. Stay tuned for official images and information from Nike in the coming months.Enjoy a preview at the colorway above and for more in the busy world of footwear, the Air Jordan 1 Elevate Low “Year of the Rabbit” is limited to just 5,000 numbered pairs.

New Balance is expanding its 550 lineup for 2023 with a release of a new upcoming colorway, “Royal Toe.”The most recent offering sees the titular basketball low-top silhouette features a white leather and mesh upper. This time, royal blue hues are used for the leathe rand suede overlays seen on the toe box, heel and collar of the shoe. With perfroations on the sides, the classic “N” logo on the lateral is highlighted in the same blue, as was the signature “NB” branding on the tongue. The shoe sits atop a sail and royal blue midsole and outsole to round out the design. Take a look at the New Balance 550 “Royal Toe” releasing in the coming months at select retailers and on New Balance for $110 USD.In other footwear news, take a look at the Nike KD 15 “ALL-STAR.”

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is gearing up for the upcoming 2023 NBA All-Star game happening later this February in Salt Lake City, Utah. Nike has released a new colorway of Durant’s signature shoe, commemorating the occasion. The Nike KD 15 arrives in a light orewood brown, metallic gold, sundial, sail and citron tint color scheme. The shoe come constructed in the typical breathable mesh upper, featuring a marbelized finish on top of the TPU exoskeleton overlays and tongues. The staple “KD” branding and his signature “07” moniker is seen on the lower heels, while the rest of the shoe sits atop a Zoom Air cushioned sole to round out the design.Take a look above at the Nike KD 15 “ALL-STAR,” set to release on February 16 in select retailers and online at Nike for $160 USD.In other NBA All-Star sneaker news, here is the first look at Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Nike Zoom Freak 4 “ALL-STAR.”