The Nike Air Force 1 Low “Kobe Bryant” Dunks Its Way Into This Week’s Best Footwear Drops
Coming alongside the A Ma Maniere x Converse Weapon Low “W.Y.W.S,” a new atmos x Salomon XT-6 and more.
The Christmas holidays are fast approaching and a slew of brands are unveiling new footwear designs in the hope that they end up under millions of trees around the world. With this in mind, the likes of Nike, Jordan Brand and Converse have come together for another week of footwear drops. However, before we get into what’s coming up over the next seven days, let’s review what went down in the industry this past week.
In the news, Drake’s NOCTA unveiled a new Nike Air Force 1 Low “Certified Lover Boy” in a new pale colorway and the Nike Air Foamposite Pro returned in “Pine Green.” Meanwhile, the Swoosh gave the Zoom Vomero 5 “Barely Volt” an electrifying upgrade and announced that the return of the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Chicago” is coming in Fall 2025.
Outside of Nike, Mizuno is set to 3D-print custom soles with proprietary technology and adidas unveiled a new Toy Story-inspired Samba. Rounding things out, OBEY reimagined three signature Reebok sneakers and we got an official look at the adidas AE 1 Low “Blue Burst.”
With all of footwear’s key news recapped, let’s run through 10 of this week’s best releases to be hitting stores worldwide. Afterward, don’t forget to hit up HBX to shop styles that can be purchased today.
Nicole McLaughlin x PUMA Suede “Sweep the Factory Floor”
Nicole Mclaughlin
Nicole Mclaughlin
Nicole Mclaughlin
Release Date: December 3
Release Price: $120 USD
Where to Buy: NAKED
Why You Should Cop: Conservation, sustainability and a good deal of fun are at the core of Nicole McLaughlin’s design process, and all three of those facets are on full display via her new PUMA collaboration. The PUMA Suede “Sweep The Factory Floor” uses excess material scraps from the PUMA factory for an offering that’s totally unique — no two pairs are identical — and each boasts a detatchable patch on its tongue.
A Ma Maniere x Converse Weapon Low “W.Y.W.S”
A Ma Maniere
A Ma Maniere
A Ma Maniere
Release Date: December 4
Release Price: $130 USD
Where to Buy: A Ma Maniére
Why You Should Cop: A Ma Maniére and Converse first presented their new collaborative silhouette earlier this year. The sneaker has been designed with the “W.Y.W.S” treatment — a design approach seen across the likes of the Air Force 1, Air Jordan 3, Air Jordan 4, and more — and is crafted with an understated light tan color scheme. A combination and leather and suede is also used to give the shoe a luxury feel, while still keeping the casual feel for an everyday runner. Of course, A Ma Maniére has added its stamp to the shoe, with the store’s customary motifs added to the lateral heel, tongue tag and outsoles. Meanwhile, a trio of lace options are included to round things off, allowing wearers to mix and match where they see fit.
Nike Air Foamposite One “Metallic Copper”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: December 4
Release Price: $230 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: First debuting in 2010, the Nike Air Foamposite One “Metallic Copper” is making a reappearance for the 2024 holiday season. Its previous release was in 2017, and it honors Eric Avar’s celebrated basketball design, famously worn by Penny Hardaway. This highly anticipated relaunch has sneaker enthusiasts excited to relive a key moment in basketball and fashion history. The shoe combines tradition and modernity with its Black mesh inner bootie, nubuck overlays, and striking Metallic Copper Foamposite shell. Black laces and and the inner lining complement the design, while carbon fiber paneling adds a sleek touch. Tying it all together, the icy translucent outsole offers a contemporary flair, ensuring the shoe retains its timeless appeal.
Swarovski x Nike Air Max Plus
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: December 5
Release Price: $450 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: In a bold collaboration, Nike and Swarovski introduce the Air Max Plus “Sunset” in a move that redefines sneaker elegance. This unique release merges the signature gradient tones of the Air Max Plus with the sparkling allure of Swarovski crystals. The vibrant palette ensures the sneaker stands out, as the crystals are complemented by the signature TPU overlays alongside the black elements on the base and midsole to create a solid contrast.
Nike Air Force 1 Low “Kobe Bryant”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: December 6
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: It’s safe to say that 2024 has been a standout year for Kobe Bryant’s footwear. A slew of iconic Nike models — such as the Kobe 4 and Kobe 8 — have returned in their most iconic colorways, and as the year draws to a close, the Swoosh has unveiled a new Air Force 1 release. The design starts with a white leather upper adorned with subtle, debossed Kobe Bryant logos throughout. The Swoosh stands out in Lakers gold, outlined in purple, while the heel counters feature distinctive details — one showcasing an “8” and the other highlighting additional Kobe branding.
Jae Tips x Saucony Matrix “Savior”
Saucony
Saucony
Release Date: December 6
Release Price: $170 USD
Where to Buy: Saucony
Why You Should Cop: Jae Tips has been unveiling designs that are grabbing a lot of attention as of late. His latest project sees him reveal a fresh Saucony Matrix, adding a refreshing and future-facing take to the 90s runner. The Matrix design boasts a striking, textured upper with rich burgundy covering the toebox and midfoot. Tan accents are also applied to the toecap, laces, and sock liner to add a subtle contrast. Further emphasizing the collaboration, speckles of green have been added to the tongue to complement the “Savior” logo. Rounding things out, a Saucony logo has been added to the midfoot alongside additional shades of pink and green.
Comme Des Garcons x Converse One Star
Comme Des Garcons
Comme Des Garcons
Release Date: December 6
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: Converse
Why You Should Cop: Comme des Garçons and Converse’s relationship goes way back. The signature OG Single Hearts footwear pack is arguably the most distinctive footwear creation to come from the pair, but the regular collaborators are now back together to unveil a new One Star Academy Pro. Arriving in two fresh colorways of “Black/Egret” and “Milk/Black,” the shoes maintain an understated design approach, as customary co-branding can be spotted on the lateral sides. Meanwhile, a rubber outsole has been used to keep things comfortable, which is complemented by the iconic heart mascot on the sides.
Curry Fox 1 “Happy Fox Day”
Under Armour
Under Armour
Under Armour
Release Date: December 6
Release Price: $120 USD
Where to Buy: Under Armour
Why You Should Cop: After a slew of teasers and rumors of a new silhouette coming from Curry Brand, the world is now being blessed with a new sneaker to hoop in from Under Armour. It’s titled the Fox 1 and it’s been designed to capture the unique and explosive play style of NBA star, De’Aaron Fox. The first colorway to bless the sneaker is called “Happy Fox Day” and it brings a refreshing and vibrant approach to the court. Coated in a bright blue color, speckles of orange are also used to add a subtle contrast. Additionally, the unique “fox strap” showcases floral patterns, while metallic gold detailing is used to round things off.
Air Jordan 5 “Reverse Metallic”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: December 7
Release Price: $200 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: As usual, Jordan Brand has had a busy year. It kick-started 2024 by showcasing a slew of new Air Jordan 5 colorways, with one of the highlights being the “Black Metallic” version of the shoe. Now, the silhouette is switching things up as Jordan Brand readies for the release of the Air Jordan 5 “Reverse Metallic.” The sneaker is inspired by the 1990 colorway that Michael Jordan donned on-court, with the shoe dressed in a combination of white, black, “Sail” and “Metallic Silver” tones. Meanwhile, leather has been used on the upper, while the sneaker continues to use the shark tooth shapes on the rubber outsole.
atmos x Salomon XT-6 GORE-TEX “Concrete Jungle”
Atmos
Atmos
Atmos
Release Date: December 7
Release Price: (approx.) $211 USD
Where to Buy: atmos
Why You Should Cop: It’s no secret that atmos and Salomon are regular collaborators. The pair are often linking up to create outdoor-ready and technically-focuses footwear designs — and you guessed it, the duo is back together to present its third collaboration in less than two years. Drawing inspiration from the streets of Tokyo, the sneaker is designed with a combination of grey and black tones throughout. Complementing the sleek look, a speckled pattern can be spotted on the silhouette’s overlays. Rounding things out, the customary co-branding can be seen on the lateral sides, which comes in the form of a “Waterproof” text that comes in for the standard Salomon branding.
