Travis Scott's Air Jordan 1 “Cactus Jack” Goes Global in This Week's Footwear Drops
Alongside CLOT’s Nike Zoom Haven 97, JW Anderson’s Converse “Glitter Gutter 2” pack, and much more.
With the warmer weather in full swing, footwear companies are starting to offer up a wide range of summer-ready drops. Over the past seven days of releases, an abundance of Japan-exclusive models such as the NEIGHBORHOOD x adidas UltraBOOST and HUMAN MADE x Pharrell x adidas Solar Hu Glide where featured. Another noteworthy drop saw sneakerheads salivating over the Air Jordan 4 Retro OG “Bred” while fans of New Balance were gifted with a celebratory 1500 iteration.
Elsewhere, we got a closer look at the upcoming Cactus Plant Flea Market x Nike Air VaporMax 2019 and how to obtain a pair, as well as a first on-foot look at the adidas x Pokémon collaboration.
Over to the luxury side of things, Gucci added eye-catching embellishments to its high-end sneakers while the Shoe Surgeon recreated the Air Jordan 1 in “Lux” rubberized python.
Now with a new week ahead of us, we present the latest installment of our weekly drops list, showcasing what’s to come from your favorite footwear brands. Take a look at the list below and let us know what releases you’re looking forward to.
BAPE x SUICOKE “DAO” & “MOTO-2” Sandals
Bape
Bape
Bape
Bape
Release Date: Available Now
Release Price: $270 for the “DAO” and $180 for the “MOTO-2”
Where to Buy: BAPE retailers and bape.com
Why You Should Cop: SUICOKE‘s functional footwear? Check. BAPE‘s ABC CAMO? Check. Sizing for the whole family? Check.
CLOT x Nike Zoom Haven 97
Clot
Clot
Clot
Clot
Clot
Clot
Release Date: May 8
Release Price: $200 USD
Where to Buy: Select retailers such as END., SNS, Slam Jam, and KITH.
Why You Should Cop: Having only released in both Hong Kong and Los Angeles, now is your chance to cop CLOT‘s latest collaborative silhouette alongside Nike. This unique fusion model sees a Zoom Haven upper mashed with an Air Max 97 sole unit and is available in three different coloways of demure white to a not so subtle neon yellow.
JW Anderson x Converse “Glitter Gutter 2” Pack
Converse
Converse
Converse
Converse
Converse
Converse
Release Date: May 9
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: JW Anderson’s web store and converse.com
Why You Should Cop: As an homage to their first collaboration, the “Glitter Gutter 2” pack features more sequined, color-blocked options for those looking for a bit of attention. The Chuck 70 will be featured in three colorways while the Converse Run Star Hike only appears in one.
Nike React Presto “Brutal Honey” and “Rabid Panda”
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 9
Release Price: $120 USD
Where to Buy: Nike.com
Why You Should Cop: Be one of the first to cop Nike’s newest hybrid silhouette, the React Presto, which blends a cushioned React sole unit with the Presto’s style DNA. Dressed in various character-inspired colorways, the first two iterations of “Brutal Honey” and “Rabid Panda” will land in stores on May 9 followed by the rest of the collection on May 16.
Nike Air Max 95 & 97 “Fresh Mint” Pack
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 10
Release Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: Nike’s web store
Why You Should Cop: Nike’s iconic Air Max 95 and AM97 models get dressed in summer-ready “Fresh Mint” while retaining a stealthy look with contrasting “Granite-Dust” hits throughout. Perfect for those that want a bit of attention but don’t want to stand out too much.
Nike Air More Uptempo 720 “University Red”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 10
Release Price: $200 USD
Where to Buy: Select Nike retailers and Nike.com
Why You Should Cop: As Scottie Pippen’s go-to choice during his NBA days, the retro silhouette has now received a modern Air Max 720 update. Branded in the same colorway of the Chicago Bulls, the Nike Air More Uptempo 720 “University Red” is sure to be a hit for all basketball fans.
size? x adidas Originals Trimm Trab “Trimmy”
Size?
Size?
Release Date: May 10
Release Price: £75 GBP (approximately $98 USD)
Where to Buy: size? Previews app and all size? retailers
Why You Should Cop: This vintage silhouette, which is a throwback to adidas‘ archival footwear collection, will cost you less than $100 bucks. Oh, and it’s also a size? exclusive.
Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 “Cactus Jack”
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 11
Release Price: $175 USD
Where to Buy: Nike SNKRS and select retailers worldwide
Why You Should Cop: After a few delayed releases and surprise drops, Travis Scott’s highly-anticipated Air Jordan 1 High OG will finally be made available to the masses. As one of the most discussed sneakers of the year thus far, it’s surely sell out almost immediately. As an added bonus, a range of matching apparel will also coincide with the drop.
