Customize Your Very Own Nike Blazer "CPFM Sponge" in This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Collaborative drops also include size? x Vans, thisisneverthat x New Balance, Sad Boys x Converse, & more.
The final week of August has arrived and things seem to have cooled down a bit in terms of sneaker releases. Before we get to this week’s best footwear drops however, let’s take a look back at the headlines from the past seven days.
Over the weekend, both the footwear and sports world celebrated Mamba Day. La Brea-mainstay UNDEFEATED released a four-pack Nike Zoom Kobe 4 Protro collection, paying homage to the legendary basketball player, Kobe Bryant, and his Team Kobe teammates. Additionally, GOAT looked into the archives of Bryant’s Nike signature line and showcased the best sneakers from his career.
Off-White™ founder Virgil Abloh also made multiple headlines this past week by confirming three Off-White™ x Nike Dunk Lows are on their way and explaining why his Off-White™ x Nike sneakers come with so many accessories. Abloh also gifted golfer Brooks Koepka with a pair of custom Off-White™ x Nike Air Max 90 to compete in.
In terms of first looks, images of the Nike Kyrie 6 surfaced along with a better look at the YEEZY BOOST 700 V2 “Inertia.”
Elsewhere, footwear accessories also grabbed the attention of sneakerheads around the globe. The Chitose Abe-helmed sacai dropped luxe add-ons for the Nike Blazer Mid and LDWaffle, while Nike shared a removable gaiter boot attachment for its VaporMax silhouette.
Finally, we sat down with HYPEBEAST staff as they tried to guess YEEZY 500 colorways.
Now with a new week ahead of us, we present the latest installment of our weekly footwear 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.
Cactus Plant Flea Market x Nike Blazer “Sponge” By You
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: August 27
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: Nike By You builder site
Why You Should Cop: This bespoke Nike Blazer done in collaboration with Cactus Plant Flea Market will be almost entirely customizable upon release, meaning no two pairs will be the same.
Nike Daybreak “Metallic Gold,” “Lavender Mist,” “Metallic Silver”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: August 28
Release Price: $100 USD
Where to Buy: Nike’s SNKRS app
Why You Should Cop: The newly-revived Daybreak model gets three new colorway options just in time for the back-to-school season. And despite being a bit bold in color, they’re fantastic everyday kicks.
Def Jam x PUMA Clyde Court
Puma
Puma
Puma
Puma
Release Date: August 28
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: Select PUMA locations and puma.com
Why You Should Cop: The timeless basketball silhouette should resonate with fans of both Def Jam and PUMA as it marks the first time the two iconic labels have linked up. Additionally, the sneaker celebrates Def Jam’s 35th anniversary.
Sad Boys x Converse One Star “Toxic”
Sad Boys/Converse
Sad Boys/Converse
Release Date: August 28/August 29
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: August 28 at Sadboysgear.com and on August 29 at Converse.com
Why You Should Cop: Sad Boys and Converse have once again joined forces, building op the hype surrounding last year’s release at the One Star Hotel. An apparel collection designed by Bladee will also be releasing alongside the collaborative sneaker.
Nike Air Max 90 “Viotech”
Titolo
Titolo
Titolo
Release Date: August 29
Release Price: $140 USD
Where to Buy: Select Nike retailers, including Titolo, and SNKRS app
Why You Should Cop: Sneaker fans rejoice, Nike has reintroduced its OG “Viotech” color blocking on the Air Max 90. Crafted from various colored suede panels, it won’t be hard to match these sneakers with any of your outfits.
maharishi x Nike Air Max 90 “maha Olive”
Michael Kusumadjaja/Maharishi
Michael Kusumadjaja/Maharishi
Michael Kusumadjaja/Maharishi
Release Date: August 30
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: maharishi flagship stores in New York and London and maharishistore.com
Why You Should Cop: Following last week’s raffle release, the maharishi x Nike Air Max 90 “maha Olive” will be dropping in stores this week. Don’t miss your second chance to cop.
Liam Gallagher x adidas Spezial Padiham LG SPZL
Adidas Originals
Release Date: August 30
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: adidas Originals stores and adidas.com
Why You Should Cop: Oasis fans may want to cop these special edition adidas Padiham LG SPZL, which also happens to drop on the same day as Liam Gallagher‘s latest album, Why Me? Why Not? If you have no idea who Oasis and Liam Gallagher are, these demure sneakers will also suit the needs of a minimalist.
size? x Vans Bold Ni “Patchwork III”
Size?
Size?
Size?
Size?
Release Date: August 30
Release Price: £70 GBP (approximately $86 USD)
Where to Buy: size?’s webstore and app
Why You Should Cop: Sneakerheads should rejoice at the news that the Manchester-based boutique has rejoined the California-based sneaker brand for “Patchwork III,” the duo’s third mismatched silhouette. The sneaker’s monochrome patchwork makeover should also transition well into the upcoming fall season.
thisisneverthat x New Balance for M997 “PFU II”
Thisisneverthat
Thisisneverthat
Release Date: August 30
Release Price: 259,000 KRW (approximately $213 USD)
Where to Buy: thisisneverthat’s Seoul store and online via raffle
Why You Should Cop: The latest team-up between the Korean streetwear label and New Balance has resulted in a clean take on the latter’s Made-in-USA M997 trainer. Crafted from tan suede and nubuck panels, these kicks offered a clean luxe aesthetic. The collaboration also includes a range of Polartec fleece kits.
Nike Air Jordan 1 “Obsidian”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: August 31
Release Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: Nike’s website
Why You Should Cop: The iconic AJ1 basketball shoe gets a revamped “Obsidian” colorway, paying homage to Michael Jordan and his alma mater. Fans of the basketball player will need to add these to their sneaker rotation.
Nike “Sunburst” Pack
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: August 31
Release Price: $160 USD for the Air Max 97 and Air Max Plus; $130 USD for the Element 55; $110 USD for the Air Force 1
Where to Buy: Nike.com and select Nike retailers
Why You Should Cop: As part of Nike’s “Evolution of the Swoosh” collection, which will spotlight different variations of Swooshes from the sportswear giant’s archives, the “Sunburst” pack includes the Air Force 1, Air Max Plus, Element 55 and Air Max 97, all dressed in swirling Swoosh logos that take cue’s from Nike’s 1972 branding.
Patta x Clarks Originals Desert Trek
Clarks Originals/Patta
Clarks Originals/Patta
Release Date: August 31
Release Price: €150 EUR (approximately $167 USD)
Where to Buy: Clarks Originals stores, Patta Amsterdam, London and patta.nl
Why You Should Cop: These two monochromatic iterations are perfect for stomping around during the forthcoming cold weather seasons.
Nike Air Force 1 “Zine”
Nike
Release Date: September 1
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: Select Nike retailers and nike.com
Why You Should Cop: The classic silhouette gets a bit of a makeover without being too over the top. Should pair well with both a casual suit or a more laid back look.
