To pay tribute to the heroics of Chinese athletes at the 1984 Olympics, Nike has released a series of classic kicks inspired by the athletes who achieved success back in Los Angeles. The Chinese market exclusives include the Air Max 1, Vintage Cortez, Dunk Trainer High, Court Force Mid and Legend Low. No word yet on a release date.
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Goodenough UK’s collection has always encompassed a wide variety of products spanning everything from, clothing to lifestyle products such as this Candle Box set. The set three scented candles and two boxes of matches are included. Available through SlamJam.
With the hybrid concept now becoming a fully expected and anticipated part of Nike’s design program, we’ve seen some interesting concepts unfold with everything from AF1s, to vintage runners and Jordans tossed into the mixing bowl. The latest interpretation utilizes the Free 5.0 running sole with moccasin upper and flashes of the Huarache Mowabb at the heel. Two colorways are seen here for the new Nike Free Hybrid Moccasin. Available this Fall.
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CNBC’s premiere of their in-depth look at the history of Nike and its cultural attachment with society is set to hit a television near you on February 12th. A trailer from the inaugural episode address’ the campaign behind “Just Do It”, the slogan that would go on to become a house hold phrase around the world. The Youtube video can be seen here.
Local Hong Kong brands CLOT and Nomadic Lorry recently teamed up on a cap. The collaboration was born out of Edison (CLOT) and Raymond’s (Nomadic Lorry) love of caps and represent a first cap release from each brand. The cap incorporates Nomadic’s brand statement “For Pragmatist, Not Fashion Victim”, with the CLOT ‘C’ seen within the Nomadic name. Available at Juice and Deem, both located in Hong Kong.
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In this upcoming pack of Puma Baskets, the theme features NBA champions from the 1970s. Seen here are the New York Knicks version with the appropriate Blue/Orange colors and the New York skyline. Also part of the pack are Seattle and Boston. Available now at select Puma retailers.
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