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Recent years have challenged brands as consumers continue to emphasize the importance of sustainability in an ever-changing world. As a leading manufacturer in apparel and footwear, Nike continues to find new ways to appropriately respond to the call to action. One such approach that the Swoosh has implemented is the integration of recycled materials in sneaker offerings. Designing an entire Air Max series that has been given the Terrascape tag, Nike has opted to embrace these sustainably-minded material compositions as it creates complementary looks for elements such as its Nike Grind sole units.Expanding on its Move to Zero journey, Nike now presents the Air Max 97 Terrascape in a vibrant new colorway. The classic runner features a large Swoosh below its lateral collar in its Terrascape form. With this particular presentation of the updated silhouette, a mustard yellow is joined by maroon and navy hits throughout the mixed material upper. Black also appears at various spots at the upper, as well as with the Nike Grind sole that reveals maroon Air units to complete the look.Release for this newest colorway of the Nike Air Max 97 Terrascape is expected to take place in the coming months via Nike and select retailers at a price of $185 USD. Stay tuned for more information and take an official look at the pair above.For more footwear news, Tom Sachs’ latest NikeCraft General Purpose Shoe colorway has surfaced once again, this time featuring various on-foot shots.

Clarks has never strayed too far from the realm of collaborations, and to get the buzz brewing for Miami Art Week, it’s teaming up with Compound to release an exclusive Wallabee “Floor Seats” installment. Its the latest piece to add to its collaborative catalog that, in 2022, has already seen partners such as Bodega, GCDS and Liam Gallagher utilize their creative talents.The beauty is in the subtle details of the shoe. Set Free Richardson — founder of Compound — drew inspiration from vintage leather basketballs for this project and wanted to nod to the sport in a luxe way by executing the uppers with a dark brown beeswax leather build. In terms of branding, you can point out Compound branding on the lateral heels as well as the imprint’s “7” symbols atop the custom FOBs to nod to its hats that represent spirituality, intuition, free-thinking and creativity. Clarks hits are also present and debossed into the hangtags.The kicks are part of a larger initiative that starts out with the launch of a Street Seams NFT that dropped on the NFT marketplace platform Bubblehouse that features artwork from BK the Artist. To get your hands on the pair, you must either purchase the NFT or cop them through UNKWN in Miami during the Art Basel festivities.Elsewhere in sneaker news peep a closer look at Clarks’ ATL Trek Combi.

For Vans, its Vault by Vans line continues to offer a blend of fresh looks alongside retro ones. Connecting with a wide variety of collaborators, the elevated division sees its latest project led by Japanese label NEEDLES. The two are no strangers as recent years have featured various releases from the duo, including 2018’s velvet-covered Slip-Ons.In their latest collaboration, Vans’ iconic Era and Slip-On silhouettes have come together to create a two-in-one sneaker. Tapping into NEEDLES’ adoration for asymmetry, the right shoe favors the Slip-On style while the left is laced up in the typical Era presentation. Landing in “Taupe” and “Black” colorways, both pairs offer a minimalist yet unique approach. A rough suede outfits each upper while Vans’ ULTRACUSH-infused collaborative sockliner provides comfort underneath.Release for this hybrid sneaker from NEEDLES and Vault by Vans is scheduled for November 25 at 11am JST via Nepenthes. Both colorways are priced at ¥15,400 JPY (approx. $111 USD). View this post on Instagram A post shared by NEEDLES (@needles_tokyo_official) View this post on Instagram A post shared by NEEDLES (@needles_tokyo_official)Enjoy an official look at the pairs above and be sure to check out Vans’ latest celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Skate Half Cab, featuring touches from Atlas Skate Shop.