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Hypebeast
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Bandai Namco Teams Up with Jordan Brand for Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 Collectibles
Bandai Namcoand Jordan Brand are kicking off a nostalgic celebration with a new line of collectibles centered around theAir Jordan 1High '85. As the Jordan 1's 40th anniversary rolls on, this collaboration introduces full-scale plastic display models of the iconic 'Shadow' and Japan-exclusive 'Reverse Shadow' colorways. While not wearable, these collector-grade replicas will be available in the U.S., offering sneakerheads a striking display piece. Meanwhile, Japan-based fans can take part in a gacha-style release featuring miniaturized versions of the Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 in 18 colorways. Sixteen of these are faithful recreations of original releases, while two remain mysterious—potentially the elusive 'Reverse Shadow' and another rare or unreleased variant. Pre-orders for the Bandai Namco x Jordan Brand Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 display models begin July 30. The gacha mini-figures will debut in-store across Japan this October, with online reservations starting August 7 and shipments expected by December.
Miami Herald
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Walmart and Nike: the collab no one asked for
The Nike Swoosh is one of the most iconic logos in the world. It's more than a brand symbol. It's a badge of culture, performance, and status. On a pair of sneakers, especially a retro, it signals credibility. Design intention. Value. And no sneaker carries that weight quite like the Air Jordan 1. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Since Michael Jordan first wore them in 1985, the Jordan 1 has become a staple in both sport and style. For many sneakerheads, it's the ultimate go-to. A must-have. A classic. Related: Nike eliminating some classic sneaker models The silhouette has seen hundreds of remixes and rereleases. Highs, lows, mids, collabs, exclusives. But through it all, one detail always remained. The Swoosh. It's not just part of the design. It's part of the identity. The Swoosh is what makes a Jordan 1 unmistakable. So when Nike recently announced the return of a lesser-known retro, it felt like a chance to lean into that legacy. A moment to tap into history and bring something iconic back into the spotlight. But what Nike delivered took a very different turn. The logo was gone. Nike is bringing back the Air Jordan 1 Low NS: a retro release originally introduced between 2016 and 2018. NS stands for "No Swoosh." It didn't take long for the internet to weigh in. Related: Lululemon's pricing change sends an ominous sign One Reddit user, u/TotallyTardigrade, wrote, "These look like Walmart sneakers lol." u/IamTacowolf added, "I feel like I've seen these at Walmart for 24.99." u/lRushdown compared them to knockoffs, calling them "Temu Jordan." And the roast continued with u/Chronic_The_Kid saying "Making your own shoe look counterfeited is so backwards." Retail: Ulta Beauty makes surprise huge expansionNike eliminating some classic sneaker modelsLululemon's pricing change sends an ominous sign Not everyone is hating though. Redditor u/H1Ed1 said, "I actually like them." And honestly, same. I'm a fan. Haters gonna hate. There's something oddly satisfying about the chaos. A sneaker designed to defy expectation is now dominating online discourse - not with hype, but with confusion, laughter, and maybe a little curiosity. So why would Nike rerelease a sneaker that fans once skipped and are now roasting all over social media? One reason might be timing. The original Swooshless drops sat on shelves, but in 2025, quiet luxury is trending. Stealth design is in. That stripped-back, logo-free aesthetic has gained popularity in high fashion and premium streetwear circles, where minimal branding signals status in a more subtle way. Nike might be trying to tap into that energy. A way to offer the Jordan 1 in a form that feels elevated, premium, and different - even if some think it missed the mark. There's also nostalgia. This is the kind of weird retro that grows a cult following after years of being forgotten. And for sneakerheads who want something not everyone's wearing, a Swooshless Jordan is basically the opposite of hype. Is this the next big sleeper hit? Probably not. But it's memorable, conversation-starting, and surprisingly wearable. Even if it does kind of look like a Walmart exclusive. Related: Ulta Beauty makes surprise huge expansion The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Business Insider
04-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Sneakerheads and footwear insiders tell us why Nike is on the right track
Nike is trying to regain dominance with a new CEO, strategies, and sports-focused initiatives. Collectors and analysts emphasized the importance of using exclusivity to boost Nike's appeal. Nike's partnerships with athletes and innovation are keys to its comeback efforts. Nike's biggest fans have some tips for the retail giant. The sportswear brand is on a journey to regain its footwear dominance. Although its $46 billion in annual sales are ahead of smaller competitors like On Running, longtime rival brands like Adidas are nipping at its heels when it comes to mindshare. Nike's sales fell 10% during its last fiscal year. In October, as growth was stalling, the company brought on a new CEO, Elliott Hill, to get the business back on track. He's been slashing promotions, prioritizing wholesale relationships with major retailers, and putting sports back at the brand's forefront. Many avid shoe collectors, sometimes called sneakerheads, have followed the brand through its ups and downs over the years. Business Insider spoke with two loyal customers and an analyst who follows the company closely. They had mixed perspectives on the Nike of 2025. Here's what people who know Nike well have to say about the wins and losses of its comeback efforts. Nike needs to get better at knowing what to stock and when Lamar Stewart, a 32-year-old collector who estimates he owns over 100 pairs of shoes, said his love of Nike goes back to his teenage years. Lately, though, he's found some of the brand's drops underwhelming. Part of the problem is Nike's inventory strategy, including knowing when to limit or increase the quantity of a sneaker. Take the classic University of North Carolina Jordan 1 that Nike reimagined and released in May, Stewart said. Though he and other sneakerheads he knew were hyped for the famous blue and white shoe drop, the company released so many that Stewart saw them "sitting on shelves" in stores and online. "When they have a lot of stock, people aren't feeding into it," Stewart said. It's an issue Nike is addressing behind the scenes. Hill, the former president of consumer and marketplace who returned to the company as CEO, is helping Nike lessen its reliance on retro styles, such as Air Force Ones, Nike Dunks, and Air Jordan 1s. Nike has been collaborating with some of the WNBA's biggest stars on new styles and reviving its focus on running, for example. Some analysts are optimistic that Hill can help manage this "tug-of-war between scarcity and distribution," BMO Capital Markets analyst Simeon Siegel said. Exclusivity is necessary Nike did better anticipating demand with the Neon Air Max 95. It's "one of the most legendary Air Maxes," Stewart said, and collectors went crazy for the April release. Stewart said the drop drummed up feelings of the old days for sneaker collectors like himself, recalling the excitement of waking up early to stand in line for a coveted shoe. It may have been frustrating for those who couldn't get their hands on them, but complaints about not enough shoes are good for the apparel giant. It's better to leave customers wanting more. Hill said during Nike's earnings presentation last week that the company saw promising results in the fourth quarter with "reintroducing the Air Max 95 to a new generation." Siegel said creating exclusivity is key to appeasing sneakerheads. Recreational shoe collectors want what their peers can't easily get their hands on. That's part of why the company mixes in drops exclusive to its SNKRS app. "Nike needs to have many shoes that are hard to get," Siegel said. Innovation is tricky Innovation is also critical to Nike's efforts to move beyond its retro styles. Shu Cheng sells many Nike styles at .IMAGE, the New York City sneaker consignment store he cofounded. He said he does his best to educate Jordan-obsessed customers about Nike's new technologies, like the Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot, which heats up and massages ankles. His shoppers are more interested in retro styles, though. "We want to give our customers Nike's innovation, but they're not coming in and asking for it," Cheng told BI. Still, some of Nike's more innovative shoes have sold well. WNBA star A'ja Wilson's A'One sneaker sold out in under five minutes in May's online release. The A'One was made with Nike's cushioning technology called Cushlon ST2 foam. "I think where Nike went wrong in recent years was losing focus on what has made the company great for so many years, which is innovating and designing really cool products and telling marketing stories that gets the consumer excited about those products," Jim Duffy, a Nike analyst for Stifel Institutional, previously told Business Insider. Such innovation comes from putting their "ear to the streets" and listening to consumers, Stewart said. Smaller rivals are flourishing by "giving the people what they want," he said. Running brand Hoka, for example, has been a leader in the ultra-cushioned shoe trend among athletes. To catch up, BMO analysts suggested Nike take a leaf out of its old playbook and be a "fast copier" of what's working for Hoka. Nike, which released its cushioned Vomero 18 running shoes in February, is already following the trend. @torialynaee Testing out the newest Nike Vomero 18s on a quick 4 mile run, to see if they're worth all the hype! Spoiler alert ‼️: they absolutely are 🙂↕️🙂↕️ Every runner at any skill level needs a shor that feels great for THEM. I thought they would be all hype and feel like my Hokas, but boy was I WRONG! @Nike #nikeshoes #nike #runningshoes #nikevomero18 #vomero ♬ original sound - Toria Lynaee What's next for Nike Nike's renewed sports-first approach is smart, Cheng said. Instead of focusing on celebrities — like competitors Puma and On have done with Rihanna and Zendaya — collaborating with athletes leans into Nike's image as a sportswear brand. However, there's no denying the connection that sports style has with streetwear. The Air Jordan 1 started off as a basketball shoe and grew into a cultural phenomenon and its own brand under Nike Inc. The sportswear company is no stranger to partnering with luxury brands and A-listers like Jacquemus or Travis Scott, either. Nike is cooking up a unique collaboration with Kim Kardashian's Skims. The launch was recently delayed but is expected to be released in 2025, analysts said. Cheng said it's a good play to continue attracting female customers — something he said is missing from his shop. "We used to sell a lot smaller sizes, and now less and less females come in," Cheng said. "It might bring back that customer base." Winning over women is another brick laid in the groundwork of Nike's journey back to the top. Its first Super Bowl commercial in decades starred female athletes, and it's the popularity of the WNBA. "Nike, the business, still dwarfs the competition," Siegel wrote in an analyst note.
San Francisco Chronicle
22-06-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Shoeless Jazz Chisholm Jr. crosses plate for Yankees, a century after Shoeless Joe Jackson
NEW YORK (AP) — Shoeless Jazz crossed the plate, a century after Shoeless Joe. Both of Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s cleats flew off his feet as he scored from second base in the New York Yankees' 4-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles in an unusual morning start Sunday. 'I was so sweaty. My socks were wet. Everything had just slipped straight out," he said. Chisholm doubled twice, including a go-ahead, two-run drive off the right-center field wall in the eighth inning, then slid into catcher Gary Sánchez for the final run as New York put the shoe on the other foot, so to speak. The AL East-leading Yankees won their second straight after losing seven of eight in a game that will be remembered for Chisholm's size 10 1/2 Jordan 1 spikes. Shoeless Joe supposedly was given his nickname on June 6, 1908, playing semi-pro ball for the independent Greenville Spinners against the Anderson Electricians. New cleats had caused blisters, and he took them off and hit a long home run in the seventh inning. Jackson won a World Series title with the Chicago White Sox in 1917, then was among eight players on the so-called 'Black Sox' who were banned for life after they were accused of intentionally losing the 1919 Series to Cincinnati in exchange for money from gamblers. He finished with a .356 average in 13 major league seasons. Asked whether he should be called Shoeless Jazz, Chisholm responded: 'Wow. Is that how Shoeless Joe got his name? He ran out of his shoe?' When told Jackson earned nickname in the 1910s, Chisholm quipped: 'Oh, so he wasn't wearing shoes.' 'I saw a lot of firsts,' Yankees captain Aaron Judge said. '11:30 game to a guy losing both his shoes. I've seen one cleat kind of running but not both like that. That was awesome.' Chisholm is hitting .350 (21 for 60) with 11 RBIs since returning from a strained right oblique that caused him to miss 28 games. He raised his average to .242. 'That's what I live for. That's how I grew up playing baseball in high school, Little League,' he said. 'I don't feel like it's no need to change.' New York trailed 2-0 when Chisholm hit a two-out double off Dean Kremer and headed for home on DJ LeMahieu's single to left. Chisholm's left shoe popped off between third and home. Seeing rookie catcher Maverick Handley move to his left for Colton Cowser's throw up the third-base line, Chisholm tried to veer to avoid contact. He caught the catcher with his right arm as Cowser was spun to the ground and the ball popped out of his mitt. Chisholm fell past the plate as the right shoe was jarred off and from his knees slapped a hand across the plate. 'He had dirt all over his face when I walked out there to get him. Looked like glitter on his face,' Yankees manager Aaron Boone said. 'We were all kind of screaming.' After he reached the dugout, Chisholm stretched out with his stockinged feet on the bench. He put on a fresh pair of socks and then his spikes, and Chisholm asked rookie Jasson Domínguez to tie the laces. 'They say he's the best shoe tier,' Chisholm recalled in the postgame clubhouse. 'I didn't understand it until he actually did. It took me like a minute to take off my shoes just now.' Baltimore led 2-1 in the eighth when Ben Rice singled leading off against Bryan Baker for his third hit. Giancarlo Stanton singled to put runners at the corners, and Paul Goldschmidt pinch ran for his fellow former MVP — the first pinch-running appearance of Goldschmidt's big league career, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Baker fell behind 3-0 in the count and left a belt-high fastball over the plate. He drove it 384 feet off the middle of the wall. 'I wasn't going to swing if it wasn't a fastball,' Chisholm said, Goldschmidt, 37, slid in just ahead of Sánchez's tag. Chisholm was a minor leaguer in Arizona's system when Goldschmidt starred for the Diamondbacks. 'He was the guy that everybody really watched doing baserunning,' Chisholm said. 'Even when I got to Miami, he was still the blueprint of how to run the bases.' Goldschmidt took pride in his baserunning. 'It's something that wasn't secondary behind hitting and defense,' he said. Chisholm took third on the throw and LeMahieu followed with a chopper to shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw home. Chisholm slid headfirst and was at first called out by umpire Jansen Visconti, who didn't realize Sánchez dropped the ball as he applied the tag. After consulting with his crew, Visconti changed the call to safe. 'Go out there. Keep playing like that,' Stanton had told him. 'You don't need them.' ___
Hamilton Spectator
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Shoeless Jazz Chisholm Jr. crosses plate for Yankees, a century after Shoeless Joe Jackson
NEW YORK (AP) — Shoeless Jazz crossed the plate, a century after Shoeless Joe. Both of Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s cleats flew off his feet as he scored from second base in the New York Yankees' 4-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles in an unusual morning start Sunday. 'I was so sweaty. My socks were wet. Everything had just slipped straight out,' he said. Chisholm doubled twice, including a go-ahead, two-run drive off the right-center field wall in the eighth inning, then slid into catcher Gary Sánchez for the final run as New York put the shoe on the other foot, so to speak. The AL East-leading Yankees won their second straight after losing seven of eight in a game that will be remembered for Chisholm's size 10 1/2 Jordan 1 spikes. Shoeless Joe supposedly was given his nickname on June 6, 1908, playing semi-pro ball for the independent Greenville Spinners against the Anderson Electricians . New cleats had caused blisters, and he took them off and hit a long home run in the seventh inning. Jackson won a World Series title with the Chicago White Sox in 1917, then was among eight players on the so-called 'Black Sox' who were banned for life after they were accused of intentionally losing the 1919 Series to Cincinnati in exchange for money from gamblers. He finished with a .356 average in 13 major league seasons. Asked whether he should be called Shoeless Jazz, Chisholm responded: 'Wow. Is that how Shoeless Joe got his name? He ran out of his shoe?' When told Jackson earned nickname in the 1910s, Chisholm quipped: 'Oh, so he wasn't wearing shoes.' 'I saw a lot of firsts,' Yankees captain Aaron Judge said. '11:30 game to a guy losing both his shoes. I've seen one cleat kind of running but not both like that. That was awesome.' Chisholm is hitting .350 (21 for 60) with 11 RBIs since returning from a strained right oblique that caused him to miss 28 games. He raised his average to .242. 'That's what I live for. That's how I grew up playing baseball in high school, Little League,' he said. 'I don't feel like it's no need to change.' New York trailed 2-0 when Chisholm hit a two-out double off Dean Kremer and headed for home on DJ LeMahieu's single to left. Chisholm's left shoe popped off between third and home. Seeing rookie catcher Maverick Handley move to his left for Colton Cowser's throw up the third-base line, Chisholm tried to veer to avoid contact. He caught the catcher with his right arm as Cowser was spun to the ground and the ball popped out of his mitt. Chisholm fell past the plate as the right shoe was jarred off and from his knees slapped a hand across the plate. 'He had dirt all over his face when I walked out there to get him. Looked like glitter on his face,' Yankees manager Aaron Boone said. 'We were all kind of screaming.' After he reached the dugout, Chisholm stretched out with his stockinged feet on the bench. He put on a fresh pair of socks and then his spikes, and Chisholm asked rookie Jasson Domínguez to tie the laces. 'They say he's the best shoe tier,' Chisholm recalled in the postgame clubhouse. 'I didn't understand it until he actually did. It took me like a minute to take off my shoes just now.' Baltimore led 2-1 in the eighth when Ben Rice singled leading off against Bryan Baker for his third hit. Giancarlo Stanton singled to put runners at the corners, and Paul Goldschmidt pinch ran for his fellow former MVP — the first pinch-running appearance of Goldschmidt's big league career, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Baker fell behind 3-0 in the count and left a belt-high fastball over the plate. He drove it 384 feet off the middle of the wall. 'I wasn't going to swing if it wasn't a fastball,' Chisholm said, Goldschmidt, 37, slid in just ahead of Sánchez's tag. Chisholm was a minor leaguer in Arizona's system when Goldschmidt starred for the Diamondbacks. 'He was the guy that everybody really watched doing baserunning,' Chisholm said. 'Even when I got to Miami, he was still the blueprint of how to run the bases.' Goldschmidt took pride in his baserunning. 'It's something that wasn't secondary behind hitting and defense,' he said. Chisholm took third on the throw and LeMahieu followed with a chopper to shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw home. Chisholm slid headfirst and was at first called out by umpire Jansen Visconti, who didn't realize Sánchez dropped the ball as he applied the tag. His first run, however, was the one that will live on in replays for the flying footwear. 'Go out there. Keep playing like that,' Stanton had told him. 'You don't need them.' ___ AP baseball:
