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Celebrity Rewind: Kid ‘n Play Get Funky in Air Jordan 3s

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 01:58 PM PDT

Black tee, black jeans, no it's not Drizzy, we're talkin' about Kid 'n Play. The dynamic duo wore the Air Jordan 3 in the "Gittin' Funky" video off their '88 debut 2 Hype. Kid rocked the White/Cement colorway while Play went with the Black/Cement pair. Their MJ ties would continue as they'd appear in Michael Jordan's Playground. OG Team Jordan members?

Video: "Gittin’ Funk"
Artist: Kid ‘n Play
Kicks: Air Jordan 3 White/Cement and Black/Cement
Year: 1988

Celebrity Rewind

Air Jordan 3 Black/Cement and White/Cement @ 0:28

Celebrity Rewind

Kid in the Air Jordan 3 White/Cement and Play in the Air Jordan 3 Black/Cement


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Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 01:28 PM PDT

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Uniquely crafted, the Nike Air Royal Mid VT owns a special, flowing aesthetic absent on many other sneakers. With a "molded" construction and simple, militaristic lines, the Royal wears its Team Red upper very well. This shoe dropped in Europe earlier this year, but has finally made its way to the States. Scoop a pair now at Primitive.

Nike Air Royal Mid VT
Team Red
395757-602

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red

Nike Air Royal Mid VT Team Red


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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Vac Tech” White

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 01:13 PM PDT

Nike Air Force 1 VT PRM QK

The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Vac Tech” is a new take on an old classic. Created through a fusion between the classic Nike Air Force 1 silhouette and Foamposite materials, this pair features “Vac Tech” technology that creates a seamless, unibody upper. Not only is the unibody appearence aesthetically pleasing and functional, but it provides a truly one-of-a-kind look. Shown today is a the first colorway of this model, which features a completely monochromatic white upper and sole.

Nike Air Force 1 Low “Vac Tech”
White/White
August 2011

Nike Air Force 1 VT PRM QK

Nike Air Force 1 Low "Vac Tech" White/White

Nike Air Force 1 VT PRM QK

Nike Air Force 1 Low "Vac Tech" White/White

Nike Air Force 1 VT PRM QK

Nike Air Force 1 Low "Vac Tech" White/White

Nike Air Force 1 VT PRM QK

Nike Air Force 1 Low "Vac Tech" White/White

Source: Highsnobiety


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adidas Return of the Mac White/Red

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 12:28 PM PDT

adidas Return of the Mac White/Red

After an impressive first colorway and the request of more T-Macs, the adidas Return of the Mac releases in a White/Red makeup. Tumbled and perforated leather dress the white upper with help from red piping and patent accents. Performance cushioning upgrades this sleek version of the adidas T-Mac 2. Available at adidas.

adidas Return of the Mac
Running White/Varsity Red
G20211
$65


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Nike Air Max Jr Black/White

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 11:58 AM PDT

Nike Air Max Jr Black/White

The Nike Air Max Jr. is a hybrid sneaker that combines elements of “Junior’s” popular trainers with an updated 360 Degree Nike Air Unit. Already, we’ve seen this new model release in several interesting colorways such as the “Freshwater” and “Volt” colorways. However, today’s pair might steal the show. This pair features a black nubuck upper as well as a ballistic mesh underlay. White accents and fabric lace loops are used in conjunction with a forefoot Swoosh logo while a black air unit finishes the entire look of the pair off. Stay tuned to Nice Kicks as more information becomes available.

Nike Air Max Jr
Black/Black-White
442478-010
2011
$160

Nike Air Max Jr Black/White

Nike Air Max Jr Black/White


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In Retrospect: “Citrus” Air Jordan 9

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 11:28 AM PDT

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

In 2010, Jordan Brand released a number of Air Jordan 6 and Air Jordan 9 colorways throughout the year. The latter model showed up in its original color form and dropped in new colorways to many sneaker enthusiast’s liking. Specifically, the “Citrus” Air Jordan 9 was one of the new colorways that intrigued a lot of Jordan aficionados. The Citrus colored accents, along with the glossy mudguard, gave this Air Jordan 9 some very distinctive elements to say the least.

Did you purchase the Air Jordan 9 “Citrus”, and was it worth the money you paid for it? If not, are you wishing you would have snagged them last July? How does this colorway rank amongst the other Air Jordan 9s that released last year ("White/University Blue-Black", "Charcoal")? Lastly, was this one of your favorite Air Jordan Retro releases of 2010? Let us know your thoughts on the “Citrus” Air Jordan 9 in the comment section below!

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9

"Citrus" Air Jordan 9


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KIXPO 2011 Event Reminder

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 11:13 AM PDT

Kixpo 2011

This years highly anticipated Kixpo event is set to kick-off tomorrow (Saturday, July 2nd) from 4PM-10PM. This highly anticipated get-together of some of the most well-known sneaker connoisseurs will be held in the prestigious Dallas Cowboys Stadium this year, which proves that everything is bigger in Texas. Admission for the event is $15 (includes stadium tour) and you can purchase tickets now by calling 817.892.TOUR. View the flyer in its entirety below.

Kixpo 2011

Kixpo 2011


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Jordan Fly Wade “South Beach” Release Date Change

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 10:48 AM PDT

Jordan Fly Wade

Just two days after setting a date, Jordan Brand has now stated that the Jordan Fly Wade “South Beach” will officially release on July 23, in addition to the Air Jordan 13 Ray Allen PE. The Jordan Fly Wade “South Beach” is a take on one of the most popular television shows, Miami Vice. The color scheme, Black/University Blue-Copa Blue-Perfect Pink mimics the attire worn by the two main characters in the aforementioned show, Sonny and Rico. Is this the best Jordan Fly Wade colorway to date?

Jordan Fly Wade
Black/University Blue-Copa Blue-Perfect Pink
429486-030
$140

Jordan Fly Wade "South Beach"

Jordan Fly Wade "South Beach"

Jordan Fly Wade "South Beach"

Jordan Fly Wade "South Beach"


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