The relatively new ZX700 is set to release in snakeskin form as part of March’s adidas Consortium series. The boat shoe style is created with Italian snakeskin uppers with highlights including suede and reflective trims as it combines form and function together. Available later this month at select Consortium dealers. Available soon at Limiteditions
The online portion of Complex Magazine tip off their very own sneaker bracket shoot-out in honor of the forthcoming NCAA basketball tourney. With the list of competitors carefully chosen with NiceKicks, Clash of the Kicks represents 32 of the best ball shoes in history. The list goes from your classics like the Chuck Taylor All Star, Air Jordan III and Reebok Shaqnosis to more recent offerings like the Air Jordan XX3 and Lebron IV, some definite makings for an upset. Correctly chosen winners will have a chance at a $500 gift certificate from Karmaloop. Check Complex for the full scope of things.
With basketball at the heart of their roots, UNDRCRWN is set to unveil their 2008 Spring collection in accordance with NCAA March Madness. The preview follows a similar plot line with NCAA greats finding their way on to several t-shirts. To further add to the hoopla, UNDRWCRWN have hooked up with Ubiq of Philly and EA Sports in a special March Madness party and collection release. Aside from playing March Madness 2008, DJ Cash Money will be spinning with well known hip hop artists Beanie Segal, Mos Def and The Roots in attendance. Check the flyer below for more details.
As previously mentioned, the World Wide Bape Heads Show which will have performances by Kanye West, N.E.R.D., Nigo and the Teriyaki Boyz will be taking place in Hong Kong on April 10th. Here is a look at the commercial for the upcoming show which is an neat animation with all the performers drawn in a Bape style.
If you’re in Hong Kong, you can purchase the tickets here. If not, you can watch the commercial here.
“Hibachi”, the one word catchphrase was impulsively yelled by Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas and would eventually go on to be an often used catch phrase representing his favorite restaurant chain, Benihana. Despite Gilbert Arenas’ notable on-court absence, adidas has continued with many themed releases seen on his Gil II Zero model. These will be available March 23rd.
