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Sunday, September 6, 2009

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Nike Air Max LeBron VII Custom by Billie Jean

Posted: 06 Sep 2009 12:14 PM PDT

Yesterday, we showed you the London version of the Nike Air Max LeBron VII which represents “Tradition” in LeBron’s six credos of life. As we have seen recently, whenever there is a white/green colorway of the Air Max LeBron VII, a custom version is sure to follow.

That said, this multi-colored, customized Air Max LeBron VII was designed by London artist Billie Jean. As with previous customized Air Max LeBron VII colorways, this shoe also owns a plethora of qualities that are inspired by James’s life and the respective city.

"The inspiration for this shoe design came from Londoner's indomitable spirit during the Blitz, which has become folklore", says Billie Jean.

Specifically, the sneaker is inspired by traditional and non-traditional London motifs. For example, the flames seen on the side panel represents the Great Fire in 1666 which completely changed the physical look of the city. There are also images of an Indian Lady and Africa patterns which symbolize London’s culturally, diverse population. In addition, the Thames River is seen on the inside of each shoe. Click here to view additional photos.

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Saturday, September 5, 2009

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Vans Sk8-Hi x Silas

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 09:33 PM PDT

Vans Sk8-Hi x Silas

Vans and Silas keep just worked together over 10 years now and as a result, they’ve gone with another unique design. The Vans Sk8-Hi x Silas is made from a canvas upper in Black base with Red and White accents. The heel panel has Black/White pattern and White stitching on the toe area. The tongue comes in Red with the Silas logo. Each shoe has different lace color that emphasizes distinction. [NiceKicks]

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Release Reminder: Jordan Hall of Fame Pack

Air Jordan 12 Retro White/Varsity Red

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 12:43 PM PDT

Sure, we just showed you this week’s Hot Topics; however, had we waited a little longer this would easily be the hottest of them all. The Air Jordan 12 has, or will be seen in multiple classic colorways this year including the “Nubuck”, the “Rising Sun” and the “Flu Game”. You can now add the infamous Air Jordan 12 Retro White/Varsity Red to the list of highly anticipated Jordan sneakers for 2009.

If you recall, the Air Jordan 12 White/Varsity Red originally hit the scene in 1997. Since then, it has not been retroed until this year. As for the makeup, it contains a sort of similar colorway to the aforementioned “Flu Game”, yet it features a predominance of white leather instead of the black nubuck. With that said, there are not many glaring differences between the OG version and this retro. Look for this instant classic to release some time in the winter. Meanwhile, click here to view additional photos.

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Hot Topics

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 12:13 PM PDT

Nice Kicks Hot Topics

In honor of the late DJ AM, check out our Celebrity Sneaker Stalker: DJ AM Tribute.

Fresh off of the heels of the Air Jordan 1 Retro “Do the Right Thing” release, could we soon see an Air Jordan 1 High “School Daze” on the way?

We have already informed you of the Air Jordan 6 Retro Black/Red coming out next year. Could the Air Jordan 7 Retro “Bourdeaux shortly follow it?

Who else is quietly waiting on more TK Society colorways? Click here to see who we spotted wearing the TK Society Burgundy.

To many sneaker enthusiast’s liking, the Air Max 95 “Comet” and the Air Max 95 “Slate” will return during the summer of 2010.

Nike Air Max LeBron VII “Tradition” - London

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 11:43 AM PDT

The majority of you really took a liking towards the Behind The Scenes: Making Of The LeBron VII Paris Artist Series. I’m sure you would agree it supplies us with a different twist to the LeBron VII craze. However, we now have to return to our regularly scheduled program. Photos of the London version of LeBron’s seventh signature sneaker has surfaced on the web.

Much like the other city-dedicated Air Max LeBron VII’s, this particular shoe also owns the white/green color scheme that draws inspiration from ‘King James’ high school, St. Vincent St. Mary’s. However, the London version, which represents “Tradition”, contains specific details from LeBron’s teammates. For example, a picture of a couple of the St. Vincent St. Mary’s players with hands raised in the center of a huddle is featured on the tongue and quarter panel. This particular shoe, which was made in 123 pairs, is available at London Niketown and the opening day of the new London House of Hoops in Footlocker. Click here to view detailed photos.

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Nike Destroyer’s Pack

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 11:13 AM PDT

For the past couple of years, Nike has created a “Destroyer’s” Pack which includes multiple colorways of the Dunk High. In 2007, we spotted the “Red Earth” colorway; however last year Nike revealed three new Dunk High colorways of “Destroyer’s” collection. Yet, this particular year seems to be very different from past “Destroyer” releases.

As opposed to the aforementioned releases, this Nike “Destroyer’s Pack possesses an Air Force 1 Mid to go along with two vibrant Dunk colorways. The Air Force 1 Mid contains a predominately black leather base with minimal yellow accents throughout the upper. As far as the Dunk color schemes, one owns a black/red base, while the remaining pair features a white/orange-black colorway. Available today at 21 Mercer. Also, click here to view the New Era fitted caps that coincide with the sneakers.

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Karmaloop Exclusive Supra Skytop

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 10:43 AM PDT

In the middle of the week, we showed you teaser photos of the Karmaloop exclusive Supra Skytop. Many of you stated that it was a very fresh sneaker, yet, you had not even seen the entire sneaker. Who knows what you will think of this sneaker now that you have seen it in its entirety?

As stated in the previous post, this Skytop obviously contains a 100% banana yellow colored base combined with a white vulcanized rubber sole. The texture makeup reveals heavy perforations on the side panels, tongue and heel panel, while the remaining sections contain a sleek patent leather material. To finish it off, this Skytop colorway possesses a black inner lining paired with black shoelaces. The Karmaloop exclusive Supra Skytop went on sale yesterday at 8PM on Karmaloop’s online store and at the Karmaloop store in Boston. Click here to view additional photos.

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Swagger x Nike Terminator High Supreme

Posted: 05 Sep 2009 10:13 AM PDT

In honor of their 10th anniversary, Japanese label Swagger hooked up with Nike to create this Terminator High Supreme. The collaborative design, which we have shown you on two other occasions, is now available at select retailers such as Concepts.

This particular sneaker design may be one of the more uniquely-styled releases we have seen this year. Both shoes are inspired by chocolate, with one owning a mint-colored base and the other possessing a dark chocolate-colored upper. As for the makeup, both sneakers are also smothered in a patent leather snakeskin texture which sits atop a monochromatic sole. Does the mismatch look suit you? Click here to view additional photos.

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Release Reminder: Jordan Hall of Fame Pack

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 02:13 PM PDT

6 titles, 6 Finals MVPs, 5 Regular Season MVPs, a 1992 “Dream Team” Gold Medal, and an NCAA national championship.

Not bad for a guy who got picked after Sam Bowie.

Next week, the G.O.A.T. will be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, and starting tomorrow, you can pay tribute to his on-court achievements, both as a player and a sneaker revolutionary, with the Air Jordan Hall of Fame Pack. The pack will feature a pair each of Air Jordan 1 Retros, 2009s, and Six Rings, available individually. All three feature numbers commemorating Jordan’s achievements, draped in black patent leather, with hints of red and white. If you’re looking to pay tribute or collect these sneaks, tomorrow is your day.

Politics has 24 pairs of each shoe, and is offering a discount if you purchase the whole pack.If you’re looking to get in to a pair or two, or three, make sure to check them out at the address below.

Politics
106 Arnould Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70506
337.993.3709 [MAP]

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Friday, September 4, 2009

Nike Zoom Kobe IV “Rice High School”

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 11:43 AM PDT

Now available at Kix Files is this Kobe IV Rice High School PE. Earlier we showed you the IV that Kobe used to pay tribute to his own alma mater. This pair is a PE for the players at the school in Harlem that Kobe sponsors.

Featuring a green, yellow and white colorway, these have a pretty unique setup. We’ve all seen a ton of Kobe IV’s as of late, especially for different high schools. Don’t forget the Westminster High PE’s we showed you back in July. And with the addition of the Kobe IV Team colorways, it looks like Nike intends for every high schooler to have their own pair for this upcoming hoops season.

Click here to see pics and share your thoughts.

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1 on 1 with Fabolous

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 11:28 AM PDT

Since Fabolous first stepped onto the hip hop scene, he displayed an undeniable love for fashion. From throwback jerseys, to fitted caps, to sneakers, Fabolous has always found a way to be current in what seems to be the trends at those specific times.

Recently, Fabolous, set foot in Houston, Texas to aid Reebok in promoting its Classic Remix Collection. In the midst of everything going on, such as a concert and autograph sessions and most of all the promotion of the Reebok collection, Nice Kicks caught up with the New York rapper to discuss various sneaker and music topics.

Click here to view his take on the Nike Air Max series, what he does not like about the sneaker world today and what he envisions doing with your favorite sneaker website!

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Nike Air Max LeBron VII Low

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 10:58 AM PDT

Earlier this week, we broke the news that three Air Max LeBron VII Low colorways are set to drop next summer. Some scoffed at the idea, and some loved it. No matter how you felt about LBJ’s next known model, it looks like Nike has committed to an additional set of releases, as seen in the pictures we have for you today.

Eight total pairs, using what appears to be a mix of leather and a pseudo-nubuck, are to be expected. Nike has kept the VII news coming in heavily, and while the Lows have not yet been addressed much, this has all the makings of a full-scale LeBron line for the future.

Click here for pics of all the pairs.

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Nike Footscape with Flywire

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 10:43 AM PDT

Nike’s retro oddly-shaped running shoe has started to grow a heavier following lately, with recent releases such as the Livestrong “FLOM” and Premium Essentials packs. Pics surfaced today of a model utilizing Nike’s most recent technological breakthrough–Flywire.

Little is known as of yet, but one should assume these Footscapes will be extremely light and flexible. From the looks of it, these will feature another one of Nike’s innovative technologies in the Free sole from the running stable.

Will these release as a Footscape Free Flywire? A Free Flywire Footscape? While little news is known just yet, we’ll be sure to let you know as soon as more information breaks.

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DJ AM x Nike Dunk Put on Hold

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 10:14 AM PDT

In mid-June, we relayed the surprising information from Adam Goldstein aka DJ AM’s Twitter regarding an upcoming project between himself and Nike.

DJ AM stated:

“This is one of the most amazing moments. I just HELD the sample of MY OWN DUNK! I never dreamed this would happen. Wow, THANK YOU G0D!”

AM was well a very well seasoned sneaker afficianado with some reports stating that he had a Nike collection that exceeded more than 700 pairs.

Today TMZ has reported that the upcoming shoe that was going to be part of and East vs. West Rivalry collection has been put on hold until details are sorted out with the Goldstein family.

Silas x Vans Sk8-Hi

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 09:13 AM PDT

If you recall, around this time last year Silas celebrated its 10th-year anniversary by collaborating with Vans on a multi-colored Sk8-Hi model. This year, both sides have hooked up for yet another fresh colorway of the Sk8-Hi.

Similar to the previously-mentioned design that both sides worked on, this particular pair also possesses the Silas logo (S) on the base; however, instead of it only being featured on the Vans strip logo, it is seen throughout the entire side panel and collar area. This sneaker also owns a predominately black, red and white upper combined with a white vulcanized rubber sole. Available on September 19th at select Silas retailers.

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SURU x DC Life Xander

Posted: 04 Sep 2009 08:58 AM PDT

Skate company DC has released a lot of great non-skate models out of their DC Life label as of late. For fall of 2009, they partnered with retailer SURU on this high top Xander sneaker, with a little help from a certain artist and musician.

Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda, bandmate of SURU owner Joe Hahn, provided the original artwork for the sole, which is a nice touch for those who only catch a glimpse as the wearer passes by. Like most of the DC Life designs, including the complete Fall Collection we showed you not too long ago, this sneaker maintains a clean design in black and light blue, all over a white vulcanized sole. The SURU logo appears on both the side of the ankle and the tongue. Mike Shinoda’s participation is given its due credit on the tongue as well, making for a total of three logos in that spot. These are limited to 500 pairs, so make sure to get on them quick when they release this holiday season.

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Thursday, September 3, 2009

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Nike Zoom Kobe IV NBA Championship Gold Medal

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 08:59 PM PDT

Another dominating Nike Zoom Kobe IV has hit the web with its images showing the details. The most recent Nike Zoom Kobe IV NBA Championship Gold Medal is described to be of White leather toe with snakeskin wrapping the heel in Gold fading to Red. It incorporates the famous Flywire technology on the panels while Kobe’s Olympic number “10″ is featured on the insole of the right shoe and his NBA jersey number “24″ on the left. This particular sneaker has Kobe’s nickname, “Black Mamba” in the snake logo on the inside. [NiceKicks]

Nike Zoom Kobe IV NBA Championship Gold Medal

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Adidas Originals - 5 Individuals
Nike Zoom Kobe IV Team
Nike Blazer High U White/Varsity Royal-Black
LimitEDitions x Lacoste Indiana High
Original Air Yeezy’s for Doernbecher Auction
Jordan 60+ “Laney High School”

Nike Air Max 95 “Comet” + “Slate” for 2010

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 12:58 PM PDT

This year, Nike has undoubtedly blessed us with classic colorways of the infamous Air Max 95. So far, Nike has unleashed the “Neon”, the “Fresh Water”, the “Chili” and the “Safety Orange”. However, if we deem those colorways ‘classic’, the Air Max 95’s that Nike will re-release next summer are nothing less than epic. During the summer of 2010, Nike will retro the Air Max 95 “Comet” and the Air Max 95 “Slate”. If you recall, these sneakers dropped in 2003 and 2005, respectively. Who else is excited upon hearing these two unmatched re-releasing? Are these two releases better than all of the Air Max 95’s that released this year? Click here to voice your opinion. Read the rest of Nike Air Max 95 “Comet” + “Slate” for 2010

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Adidas Originals - 5 Individuals

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 11:28 AM PDT

New Zealand retailer Qubic hosted an Adidas Originals party last week, celebrating their ObyO line.

In addition, they asked 5 international sneaker enthusiasts to participate by designing their own pair of an Adidas throwback.

All five came up with something different, drawing inspiration from different sources within their lives, and putting forth their own footwear philosophy. Three different Adidas Originals models were used, with no design coming out similar to another.

Click here to see all five and get the inside scoop on each.

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Nike Zoom Kobe IV Team

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 10:58 AM PDT

Earlier today, we informed you of the Nike Zoom Kobe IV Black/Metallic Gold-Concord that will release on October 17th, 2009. The comment section contained both positive and negative remarks about that specific colorway. However, team colorways of any sneaker are hard to go against, especially when they appeal to your own team colors. With that said, the RMK Store now has all of the Nike Zoom Kobe IV team colorways in stock.

Isn’t it nice to see the Kobe IV in different colorways than the traditional, Lakers-inspired black/purple-gold or white/purple-gold? The team colorways in this post consist of white/royal blue, white/red and black/yellow. In addition, we showed you the white/green version and white/purple colorways in mid-August. Now it is time to convince your respective basketball coaches to supply the team with Kobe IV’s! Click here to view detailed photos of three of the Kobe IV team colorways.

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Nike Blazer High U White/Varsity Royal-Black

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 10:28 AM PDT

Nike Blazer fans have been taken care within the past couple of weeks. There is a lot to look forward to later this year and in 2010 to say the least. Along with the Nike Blazer Mid ND Club Purple we showed you at the end of August, Nike will also release this Nike Blazer High U during the spring of 2010.

As with previous Blazers we have seen, this particular shoe possesses a very simple color scheme and style. The white leather upper contrasts nicely with the all-black sole. In addition, the enlarged swoosh on the side panel is colored in royal blue. As another added feature, this Blazer also contains a premium black mesh inner lining. Although this Blazer will not officially release until 2010, OSneaker now has a size 9 in stock. Click here to view detailed photos.

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LimitEDitions x Lacoste Indiana High

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 09:58 AM PDT

In what may seem like an unlikely pairing, Lacoste and Spain’s LimitEDitions have paired up on this Lacoste Indiana High sneaker retro.

The high-top tennis shoe’s white base with pink, teal and purple accents keeps the old-school appeal of the originals, which were nearly identical to this retro version. The original can be seen in the fist picture set below. Another small detail changed for 2009 is the placement of the LimitEDition logo on the tongue under Lacoste’s own logo.

It seems like every brand is bringing back classics as of late, and while Lacoste may not be the first choice in sneakers for many, these pair definitely succeeds at channeling an older era.

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Original Air Yeezy’s for Doernbecher Auction

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 08:58 AM PDT

Just when you thought you had escaped the Nike Air Yeezy madness, 2009’s biggest attention recipient has been announced as a part of the Doernbecher Charity Auction.

You may remember reading about the Air Jordan 6 Doernbecher Freestyle and the story behind its creation. Proceeds from the auction go to help the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. As mentioned above, it’s been announced that the original Kanye West signature shoe will be included in the auction. Two pairs, in fact.

The first is the black and gum pair Kanye wore at the 2008 Grammy Awards that set the internet on fire with anticipation for the eventual 2009 production versions. According to Chi McBride, who was on hand to announce this news with Jordan Brand Creative Director Mark Smith, Kanye had to give them back to Nike after the awards show. Kanye didn’t even see the second pair of Yeezy’s up to the highest bidder. Like the first pair, they’re all black leather, but these feature an Air Jordan 6 sole, also in all black.

Unless you’re ready to put up your house, car or savings for these super exclusive Nikes, pics will have to do, but rest assured that the absurd amount that is going to be paid for them is going to a great cause.

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Jordan 60+ “Laney High School”

Posted: 03 Sep 2009 08:28 AM PDT

Surprisingly, the Jordan 60+ model has been a favorite amongst many people in the sneaker culture. The original colorway, which released at the beginning of August, launched the beginning of the Jordan 60+ releases. A month later, JB will release this Jordan 60+ “Laney High School” on September 19th, 2009. However, you can now find a few sizes on eBay.

First off, this particular sneaker draws most, if not all, of its inspiration from the infamous Air Jordan 5 Retro “Laney High School”. Furthermore, both pairs obviously pay tribute to Michael Jordan’s high school. This Jordan 60+, which takes elements from the the Air Jordan I, the Air Jordan II, the Air Jordan V and the Air Jordan VII, owns a predominately white leather upper with royal blue and varsity maize accents throughout the upper. Likewise, the sole features the same colors. As stated earlier, check out eBay to purchase your pair early.

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