words // Nick DePaula: In our ongoing efforts to highlight the good deeds of many of today’s top stars and signature athletes, Washington Wizards point guard and adidas star John Wall is the latest household name to look to enhance the lives of others by providing both his time and money to causes he values. Wall […]

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Prints keep on popping up in On-Foot Look. Today, we find the Eley Kishimoto x Vans Sk8-Hi wearing well with a look that’s contemporary, casual and athletic. Black and white juxtaposition goes good on the gear, while Eley Kishimoto’s trademark patterns play well to the skate silo. Get a good glimpse at the collaborative kicks […]

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Nike and Jordan Brand love to honor their favorite metropolitans with releases surrounding the many reasons those revered locations are among our world leaders. It’s a trend that dates back decades, and will reappear famously next year with the Air Jordan 10 “City’ Pack. But before that happens, Jordan Brand is seemingly testing the waters […]

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words // Nick DePaula: When Nike pitched a then-18 year-old LeBron James during the spring of 2003 with his own shoe and a massive 7 year, $90 Million contract offer, the brand also put together the most powerful design trio it had. Tinker Hatfield, Eric Avar AND Aaron Cooper were teaming up to design his […]

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During the elaborate Agenda event held in Las Vegas this summer, our very own Matt Halfhill got the chance to sit down with the product manager for New Balance Kids, John Tumilty. Discussing a variety of things within this latest Agenda Report, Tumilty explains how his target audience desires a more “mature” look, as well […]

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If you’re an Ohio State Buckeyes or Cincinnati Reds fan, this Nike Air Trainer 1 Mid should be right up your alley. Pairing lush Wolf Grey atop University Red contrast, this look is heightened by black accents that balance this ’90s trainer. A perforated toe aids in breathability while white branding at the Swoosh, tongue and […]

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