Supreme, NBA and Nike Go Back in Time in this Week's Sneaker Releases
Plus the YEEZY 700 “Wave Runner” makes a bold return.
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Week after week the most popular and up-and-coming sneaker brands release new models, collaborations and retros in order to stir sneaker culture’s melting pot. The competition has risen over the years with the introduction of new technology and the use of influencers over time, thus presenting an even larger variety of selections for sneakerheads and casual shoppers alike.
Our weekly drop continues as we showcase releases to look for from your favorite brands, curating the most hyped releases and strongest silhouette/colorway combinations that should not be missed. Take a look at the list below and let us know what launches you’re looking forward to.
Supreme x NBA x Nike Air Force 1 Mid
Release Date: March 8 (online in the US & Europe) Japan to see a later release date on March 10 via Nike SNKRS
Release Price: $165 USD
Supreme‘s next collab is set to take you down memory lane. This time around the line joins forces with Nike and the NBA on two special iterations of the Nike Air Force 1 Mid. NBA logos make their way onto the upper’s black or white colorway options with Supreme branding found on the aforementioned upper, insoles and ankle straps.
You can also take a look at what designer, Jeff Hamilton, had to say about Supreme not giving him credit for inspiring this upcoming drop.
Nike Air Footscape Mid Utility
Release Date: March 8
Release Price: N/A, via Nike’s webstore
Nike’s tech-heavy Air Footscape Mid Utility is back in Olive and Navy Blue color options after surfacing in “Triple Black.” Its quilted upper is met with a sock-like ankle collar and draw-string lacing system which adds comfort to its lockdown. Each colorway is finished with a Swoosh logo across the vamp as each rest atop a thick midsole unit.
END. x ASICS GEL-Lyte III “Wasabi”
Release Date: March 8
Release Price: $149 USD, available via END. Clothing
Housed in a custom bento box, the collaborative END. x ASICS GEL-Lyte III dons a “Wasabi” moniker with inspiration coming from Japanese cuisine. “Seafoam Green” coloring makes up majority of the upper while “Gunmetal Grey” and “Tropical Peach” are added as subtle complements.
Nikecourt Vapor RF X Air Max 95
Release Date: March 9
Release Price: $180 USD, available via select Nike retailers and Nike SNKRS
Nike celebrates Roger Federer and the Air Max 95 with a brand new hybrid. The Nikecourt Vapor RF X Air Max 95 adds the classic “Neon” colorway of the Air Max 95 to its performance-ready outsole mixing the best of both world through its look and construction.
Nike Air Vapormax 97
Release Date: March 9
Release Price: $190 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
The Swoosh ushers in another mashup model in the Nike Air Vapormax 97. The classic upper from the sleek runner rests atop Nike’s Vapormax sole unit presenting a past meets present aesthetic.
Nike Air Vapormax 2.0
Release Date: March 9
Release Price: $190 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
The sequel to the original Nike Air Vapormax will make its debut almost a year later. The Air Vapormax 2.0 adds upgrades to its Flyknit upper plus housing the most air found directly under the foot, delivering comfort and flexibility.
adidas Skateboarding “Na-kel Smith” Collection
Release Date: March 10
Release Price: N/A
adidas Skateboarding‘s own Na-Kel Smith shares his first offering with the Three Stripes. Inspired by a “doodle based off of a younger me,” the minimal design on the Marchcourt RX3 adds a canvas upper with leather foxing wrapped around the sneaker. Its vulcanized sole unit carries on the skating aesthetic while the sneaker is dominated in white coloring with red and black accents.
Nike Air Max 98 “Cone”
Release Date: March 10
Release Price: $220 USD, available via select Nike Sportswear retailers and Nike SNKRS
Nike continues to prep for its annual Air max festivities with numerous Air Max releases. This time around the Air Max 98 surfaces in a striking mix of Cone and Tour Yellow. Purple and teal serve as complementary colors throughout its complex looking upper while branding is kept to a minimum.
adidas YEEZY BOOST 700
Release Date: March 10
Release Price: $300 USD, via adidas.com/YEEZY in the US only and YEEZY SUPPLY
Kanye West‘s “dad shoe” is back. The adidas YEEZY BOOST 700 makes its return after initially releasing in November as a preorder. Its original design remains intact thanks to the combination of Multi Solid Grey, Chalk White and Core Black. A mix of suede and mesh are also present to complete the intriguing design.