Off-White™, KAWS, Yeezy and More Square Off for Supremacy in This Week's Sneaker Drops
Heavy-hitters take the main stage.
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Once upon a time, long before the hype pervaded popular culture, the major sneaker brands would typically deliver one, maybe two coveted releases a month, with a heavy emphasis on storytelling. Nowadays, it’s commonplace to see these different labels ditch the ‘who, what, where, when and how,’ and instead drop multiple pairs of heat in just one weekend. A welcomed dilemma for most.
With that said, we continue our weekly roundup of the most sought after silhouettes for the week, hoping to make your ‘cop or drop’ decision as easy as possible. Check out the list below and chime in on the styles you’ll be picking up.
Virgil Abloh x Nike “The Ten”
Supply Store
Release Date: November 20
Release Price: $130-$250 USD, available via Nike SNKRS
Following the cancelation of an online draw, Nike takes the release of “The Ten” collection to its SNKRS app. The collaborative drop alongside Off-White™’s Virgil Abloh consists of the shoe of the year and nine other must-have limited-editions. Presented as the last chance to cop, the Air Presto, Air Vapormax, Blazer Mid, Air Jordan 1, HYPERDUNK React 2017, Air Max 90, Zoom Fly, Air Force 1 Low, and Air Max 97, will all launch at specific times on the aforementioned app.
Air Jordan 13 “Wheat”
Nike
Release Date: November 21
Release Price: $190 USD, available via select Jordan Brand retailers and Nike SNKRS
The popular “Wheat” hue returns this fall alongside the Air Jordan 13. The cat-inspired silhouette stays true to its original design thanks to its paw-print outsole and signature hologram. The Air Jordan 13 “Wheat” joins Jordan Brand’s “Golden Harvest” Pack, including the Air Jordan 1 and Air Jordan 6 models.
Nike Air Foamposite One “Legion Green”
Nike
Release Date: November 22
Release Price: $230 USD, via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
The once ahead-of-its-time basketball sneaker returns in a new colorway. Dipped in “Legion Green,” this Nike Air Foamposite One features an iridescent upper resting atop a black outsole. The model’s branding is kept to a minimum as you’ll find a small Swoosh by the eyestays, in addition to Penny Hardaway’s “One Cent” logo incorporated on the tongue and heel.
Air Jordan 32 “Russ”
Nike
Release Date: November 22
Release Price: $185 USD, available via select Jordan Brand retailers and Nike SNKRS
The NBA’s reigning MVP, Russell Westbrook, has another special sneaker drop coming. To complement the Oklahoma City Thunder‘s color scheme, the Air Jordan 32 has been dipped in blue with hints of orange detailing throughout. Russ’s “Why Not” motto is also seen on the insole and translucent outsole.
adidas NMD_CS1 “GORE-TEX” Pack
HBX
HBX
Release Date: November 23
Release Price: $220 USD, via select adidas Originals retailers
adidas Originals‘ NMD_CS1 returns with an apt makeover for the current season. The “GORE-TEX” Pack shares two minimal colorway choices in White/Grey and Core Black/White. Each laceless pair supports Primeknit along its upper with a GORE-TEX shell to protect the model from inclement weather.
Nike SF AF-1 Mid “OBJ”
Nike
Release Date: November 24
Release Price: $160 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
Inspired by Odell Beckham Jr.’s second home, New York City, the entertaining wide receiver chose the Nike SF AF-1 Mid to be the canvas to a bright yellow colorway. Reminiscent of NYC taxis, this sneaker is not only an ode to New York but a refection of Odell’s standout personality on and off the field.
Nike SF AF-1 “Triple Black”
Nike
Release Date: November 24
Release Price: $180 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
The Nike SF AF-1 continues its cold-weather push. This time around, the model welcomes a the popular ”Triple Black” colorway for a tonal look. Constructed with tumbled leather and ballistic nylon, its only right that this drop releases on Black Friday.
Nike Air Max 97 (Black/Reflective Gold)
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 24
Release Price: $160 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
Just in time for Black Friday, Nike’s classic Air Max 97 is back boasting a black-dominated upper with reflective gold hitting its piping as well as the side panel behind its Swoosh logo.The same shade of gold is subtly incorporated within the model’s visible Air Max unit for a superb final touch.
Nike Air Vapormax “Midnight Fog”
Nike
Release Date: November 24 (Globally)/November 27 (North America)
Release Price: N/A, available via select Nike retailers and Nike.com
Nike’s Air Vapormax is set to release in a special “Midnight Fog” colorway as part of a collaboration with Apple Watch. Its Flyknit upper is covered in a charcoal hue, while iridescent coloring appears on each Swoosh and heel counter. The nighttime theme continues with a blacked-out Vapormax sole unit.
INVINCIBLE x NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas NMD_R1
INVINCIBLE
Release Date: November 24
Release Price: N/A, available INVINCIBLE (in-store)
The adidas NMD_R1 gets reworked by both INVINCIBLE and NEIGHBORHOOD. The collaborative duo welcomes black and white coloring to the comfortable model, while its EVA inserts boast co-branded insignias. INVINCIBLE and NEIGHBORHOOD nods can also be found on each tongue, with each heel sporting a nod to Japanese sukajan jackets.
Medicom Toy x Nike SB Dunk Low Elite
Medicom Toy
Release Date: November 24
Release Price: N/A, available via Nice Kicks Lounge Omotesando and Medicom Toy’s web outlets
Medicom Toy and Nike SB revisit their 2005 collaboration with a new Dunk Low release. Serving as the main attraction to complement the pair’s apparel and BE@RBRICK drops, raw-hemmed cotton is seen throughout the majority of the sneaker’s upper. Shades of grey are added into the mix while its midsole is presented in white.
Nike Air Max Plus “Big Logo”
Nike
Release Date: November 25
Release Price: $175 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
Nike’s Air Max Plus receives a bold makeover, with an oversized “Tn Air” logo on each lateral side. The Swoosh also decided to incorporated a no-sew upper for an updated twist.
adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Beluga 2.0”
Eddie Eng/HYPEBEAST
Release Date: November 25
Release Price: $220, via select adidas Originals retailers
adidas and Kanye will drop another YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 colorway this week: following its “Semi-Frozen Yellow” edition comes the “Beluga 2.0.” This latest iteration removes the orange stripe from its lateral sides, but keeps the “SPLY-350” stamp. BOOST cushioning is housed within a translucent sole unit, while the upper brings back its signature striped pattern. A “Blue Tint” edition is expected to follow the “Beluga 2.0” this December.
KAWS x Air Jordan 4
Flight Club
Release Date: November 27
Release Price: $350 USD, via select Jordan Brand retailers
The KAWS x Air Jordan 4 is back in black. This forthcoming drop follows the instant-classic “Cool Grey” iteration which released back in March. Black suede covers the entire upper, resting atop a glow in the dark outsole unit. KAWS’s hand characters return to cover the entire upper, while the artist’s “XX” stamp makes its way onto the heel.
