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15 hours ago
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Nigel Sylvester's Air Jordan 1 Low OG "Better With Time" Rides Into This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Just like that, we're crossing the halfway point of August this week. Summertime rages on and footwear brands aren't letting the heat slow them down, asNew Balance,Crocs,PUMA,SATISFY,Nike,Jordan Brand, andadidashave all assembled key drops to look out for this week. Before we dive into what to expect in this seven day period, let's look back at what news stories stood out in the previous one. Our latest feature within the footwear vertical is a round-up ofthe Hypebeast team's favorite shoes of 2025 (so far). As for our usual slate of news, the 30th anniversary of the Nike Air Max 95 is still being celebrated, with first looks at aYu-Gi-Oh!x .SWOOSH x Nike Air Max 95 andJay Chou PHANTACIx Nike Air Max 95 surfacing. We were also treated to previews of a newMartine Rosex Nike Shox MR4 andZellerfeld'sNike Air Max 1000. Pivoting to basketball shoes, an official look at the NikeKobe 3 Protroappeared alongside word ofCaitlin Clark'sNike Kobe 5 Protro 'Rookie of the Year' PE releasing next year. As for the Jumpman crew, we were treated to initial looks at aMexico-themedAir Jordan 3 'El Vuelo,' anA Ma Maniérex Air Jordan 6, and theJordan City Boot. Elsewhere in the sneaker space,VERDY's VK Design Worksteased a collaboration with Dover Street Market and New Balance on the 991v2. The American sportswear brand also revealed a'Triple Black'version of its ABZORB 1000 sneaker. Meanwhile, James Harden teased the adidasHarden Vol. 10during his summer tour of China and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander announced the release date of his debut signature shoe, the ConverseSHAI 001. Now that you're all caught up with the latest headlines from the footwear industry, let's dive into this week's best drops, starting with New Balance's second in-line 204L colorway. Afterwards,be sure to head over to HBX to shop styles that are available now. Release Date:August 13Release Price:$110 USDWhere to Buy:New BalanceWhy You Should Cop:Has New Balance done it again? The sportswear brand produced a hit with its 1906L 'sneaker loafer' last year and the 204L is well on its way to a similar fate. This new model was first introduced by Kith last month, which was quickly followed by its in-line debut in a 'Mushroom' brown. Now, a second 'Timberwolf' pair is ready to drop this week. As with its predecessor, the low-profile sneaker sports suede at its upper, this time favoring a light gray throughout the entirety of the shoe. Release Date:August 14Release Price:$130 USDWhere to Buy:BeASpungeWhy You Should Cop:Salehe Bembury is an unstoppable force in the footwear space. The versatile designer's list of collaborators continues to expand each year as he remains consistent with his output for his existing partners. For Crocs, he's back with his second iteration of the Pollex Cypress, a boot that first debuted in 2024. This 'Tetra' version of the shoe sees it combine brown at the sculpted sole with 'Espresso' at the rubber top and blue canvas at the uppermost layer. Release Date:August 14Release Price:$160 USDWhere to Buy:PUMAWhy You Should Cop:Skepta and PUMA are back in black this week. The duo have outfitted his Skope Forever sneaker with a 'Triple Black,' debuting the shoe at last weekend's Big Smoke Festival. It's now ready for a global launch, with the entirety of the shoe dressed in black, save for the green PUMA wordmark at the lateral midfoot's stitched tag and the chrome co-branding at the tongue. Release Date:August 14Release Price:$220 USDWhere to Buy:New BalanceWhy You Should Cop:In case you missed out on last week's launch, New Balance is back with a second chance at its latest project with The Whitaker Group. The American sportswear titan's MADE in USA division has lent its 990v4 and 998 sneakers to the collective, which has bundled the two under a 'Willful Bias' theme. Both pairs feature premium mixed material builds, sporting 'Jade Green' as a key accent color. Release Date:August 14Release Price:$290 USDWhere to Buy:SATISFYWhy You Should Cop:Parisian running brand SATISFY is finally dropping its debut in-house sneaker this week. Previews of the shoe have appeared from time to time since last November, as well as a rundown of its key technical specifications. A Vibram TuneLug outsole backs the shoe alongside bouncy Euforia Super Foam while Rippy 66 Monomesh strengthens the lightweight upper. Its three debut colorways of 'Falcon,' 'Shadow,' and 'Antique White,' each offer a clean look that is ready to race across any terrain. Release Date:August 15Release Price:$230 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Nike is turning back time this week with the return of the Air Foamposite One in its 'Cough Drop' composition from 2007. This throwback version of the shoe sees red enliven an otherwise all-black colorway. These accents are present at the forefoot's Swoosh, the pull tabs, heel branding, and the rubber outsole. Release Date:August 16Release Price:$165 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Nigel Sylvester has become one of Jordan Brand's most exciting collaborators thanks to his Bike Air series. The professional biker dropped a sneaker of the year contender, the Air Jordan 4 'Brick By Brick,' in March and has shifted gears back to the Air Jordan 1 for another campaign. This time taking on the OG low-top version of the shoe, his 'Better With Time' colorway features faux aging with a black leather base hosting yellowed Swooshes that match the midsole, laces, and tongue. From there, red enters the mix at the 'Bike Air' tongue branding and the pre-dirtied outsole. Release Date:August 16Release Price:$205 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Another blast from the past that Nike is dropping this week is the Air Jordan 12 'French Blue.' The 2004 colorway was last on shelves in 2016 and is back in action once again. As with its predecessors, a pebbled leather mudguard in blue matches the sole unit while white strikes the upper, combining with silver accents to recreate the original color scheme. Release Date:August 16Release Price:TBCWhere to Buy:adidasWhy You Should Cop:Fans of Oasis have been indulging in the band's prominent resurgence, with everything from their reunion tour to a wide range of collaborations keeping fans busy. One partner of the group's is adidas, which is back this week with an Achille SPZL dedicated to Liam Gallagher and a Marathon SPZL that pays homage to Noel Gallagher. Both pairs feature their portraits at the co-branded tongue tags while sporting color schemes of brown and blue respectively. Release Date:August 17Release Price:$210 USDWhere to Buy:Awake NYWhy You Should Cop:At last, it's time for Awake NY's two takes on the Air Jordan 5 to hit the market. We've been tracking the project since it was rumored last year, offering updates as each teaser revealed an additional element to the unique kicks. For a quick recap, you can expect colorways of 'Arctic Pink' and 'Racer Blue' to deliver 'A' hits at the midfoot, Nike Air branding on the heel, a 'NY' callout at the right shoe's lateral heel, as well as co-branding atop the tongue and underneath the icy outsole.
Hypebeast
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
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The Air Jordan 4 "White Cement" Returns to Anchor This Week's Best Footwear Drops
After a month of playoff action, the stage is set for the Conference Finals in both the NBA and NHL. The much-anticipated matchups kick off tonight, but that's not the only thing to look forward to this Brand,Dr. Martens, andNew Balanceall have exciting sneaker releases to scope out as well. Per usual, we'll first look back at last week's top headlines, starting with the latest developments from the Swoosh. One of the year's biggest releases to come is Tom Sachs'NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0, which has again surfaced ahead of its September launch. We also took a look atCaitlin Clark'sNike Kobe 5 Protro 'Rookie of the Year' PE that she wore during her dominant WNBA season opener. Looks at a secondWORKSOUTx Nike Air Max 95 and this year'sScarr's Pizzax Nike Air Force 1 Low were shared as well. Another headline, instead from the Jumpman team, was a preview of a new Air Jordan 5'Tokyo23.' New Balance had another big week for itself asAimé Leon Doredropped its three MT10Ts and Ronnie Fieg teased a New York Knicks-themedKithx New Balance 993 collaboration. A preview of two992 sneakersfrom the MADE in USA line hit the net too. Rounding things out for the American sportswear brand, its original'Protection Pack'of 2002Rs is on the way back to the market. Elsewhere in the industry,JJJJoundgave us a better look at what to expect from its upcoming GEL-KAYANO 14 collaboration. Meanwhile,G-SHOCKsurprised the sneaker space with its own watch-equipped take on the Crocs Echo Wave. As for adidas, another look at the adidasAnthony Edwards 2popped up alongside a newWales Bonnerproject featuring the Superstar Hi. Now that you're caught up with the latest happenings in the footwear industry, let's look at which 10 drops you should have on your radar this week, starting with another 'What The' re-release from Nike Basketball. Afterwards,head over to HBX to take a look at what footwear styles are available now. Release Date:May 21Release Price:$240 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Nike Basketball is back with another classic from the Kobe line as it has laced up the Kobe 9 Elite Protro in its 'What The' colorway from 2015. Ten years later, all of its key details remain in place as a barrage of colors cover the white sneaker, combining many of the silhouette's past colorways to create something unique. One addition to the shoe is Nike React foam at the midsole, improving its on-court performance by offering better responsiveness. Release Date:May 22Release Price:$140 USDWhere to Buy:BeASpungeWhy You Should Cop:Salehe Bembury remains one of the sneaker scene's most potent forces, leading the Crocs Pollex line, revitalizing PUMA Hoops, and doing seasonal collaborations with brands like New Balance and Moncler. In continuation of his Crocs partnership, he's back with his fifth take on the Pollex Juniper sneaker, offering yet another vibrant colorway, 'Apricot.' The pair combines orange with lavender, bright blue, red, and yellow to create a one-of-a-kind look. Release Date:May 22Release Price:$80 USD to $130 USDWhere to Buy:ConverseWhy You Should Cop:Two legacies collide asNaruto Shippudenmeets Converse in this week's lineup of launches. The duo's first collaboration features five character-themed sneakers, including four Chuck Taylor All Stars and a Weapon sneaker too. The former pays homage to Naruto, Sasuke, Kakashi, and Gaara with special graphics for each. From there, Itachi's Weapon colorway carries a special jacquard underlay tying it to its theme. To top it all off, pairs can be personalized via the Converse By You platform. Release Date:May 22Release Price:$280 USD to $350 USDWhere to Buy:adidasWhy You Should Cop:AVAVAV is back with another mind-bending take on adidas footwear. The Italian label has put together two Moonrubber Megaride runners, as well as two wavy Superstars. The Moonrubber Megaride shoes are sculpted with a special tooling that makes it look as if you're stepping into a bubble. As for the latter, the Superstar has been warped with a widened toe and heel. Release Date:May 22Release Price:$1,000 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:The Air Jordan 1 Low OG has never shined brighter than with this new crystal-covered iteration made in partnership with Swarovski. Based on the color blocking of the OG 'Shadow' colorway, a 'caviar fabric' texture features the glistening crystals with bespoke hardware and packaging present as well. Release Date:May 22Release Price:$130 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Lil Yachty is back with his second sneaker with the Swoosh, once again reworking the Air Force 1 Low. His 'Lucky Green' version of the shoe sees it don a retro-inspired patent leather with a high-contrast composition as green is joined by yellow and red. Concrete Boys branding hits the lateral heel and heel tab while the group's 'It's Us' motto appears at the tongue, sockliner, and hangtag. Release Date:May 22 (North America and Europe) and May 24 (Asia)Release Price:TBCWhere to Buy:SupremeWhy You Should Cop:Supreme is back with its seasonal collaboration with Dr. Martens, this time putting their own spin on the Penton Loafer. A smooth leather upper appears in forest green, red, and black, with all three featuring studs throughout. A tonal stitched tag features the Supreme wordmark in white at the lateral heel while co-branding hits the sockliner. Each pair also is backed by an AirWair-cushioned sole unit, implemented specifically for Supreme. Release Date:May 23Release Price:$160 USDWhere to Buy:Aimé Leon DoreWhy You Should Cop:Aimé Leon Dore has established a close relationship with New Balance, especially considering how its founder Teddy Santis leads the New Balance MADE in USA line. ALD is again evolving its partnership with the brand by being the first collaborator to introduce their own co-designed sneaker: the RC56. The cross-country runner-inspired shoe appears in co-branded colorways of 'Neon/Grey,' 'Pristine,' and 'Navy,' with all three nodding to the duo at the tongue, heel, and sockliner. Release Date:May 24Release Price:$225 USDWhere to Buy:SNKRSWhy You Should Cop:Last year was chock-full of Air Jordan 4 releases in celebration of its 35th anniversary. However, one that caught the eye of sneakerheads was the return of the OG 'White Cement' colorway, which is finally here. Unlike many of the 'Reimagined' looks to drop recently, this pair stays true to the original with a white leather upper accompanied by black and gray cement detailing, including a Nike Air hit at the heel. Release Date:May 24Release Price:¥26,400 JPY (approx. $178 USD)Where to Buy:atmosWhy You Should Cop:Rounding out this week's lineup is a new exclusive drop from Japanese sneaker retailer atmos. This time around, the two have prepared a special drop for the 1000 sneaker. This 'Bāṅdhnū' colorway arrives as part of New Balance's 'Grey Days' celebration, offering an original paisley pattern in white atop a black backdrop.
