Taking the hybrid thing to a new level, Jordan Brand has created this Frankenstein bag incorporating highlights from models including the AJVI, AJ VII, AJ XII, AJ XIII and AJ XVII. A realistic looking sole can be seen representing the base of the bag with various highlights through out. Not the first time the Jordan Brand has incorporated actual footwear into a bag, previously using the Air Jordan III as the theme behind a bag designed by Michael Ditullo.
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It’s no surprise the Air Jordan XX3 has been among the main focuses of Nike and Jordan Brand this year as it hits it’s symbolic 23rd rendition. Nike Hong Kong put together a comprehensive event to pay tribute to this legacy. The event included every generation of the Air Jordan on display as well as a giant replica of the Air Jordan XX3.
Respect the Legend of 23
Nike Hong Kong
Shop G04-05, Silvercord, 30 Canton Road
Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
House of Hoops has quickly become the one stop spot for the latest and great kicks. With recent exclusives such as Evel Knievel and NY Giants Dunks releasing only at the New York store front. House of Hoops has brought the heat once again with their special player exclusive releases of the Air Jordan VIII. The player models include Boston’s Ray “Sugar Ray” Allen and Quentin “Q-Rich” Richardson.
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Levi’s and Nike’s Jordan Brand are respectively two of the most successful and most recognizable American brands of all time. When it comes to jeans and sneakers these two names are the American classics. Previously mentioned, we now have a detailed look at the Levi’s x Air Jordan 23/501 Package. The boxset includes a pair of Air Jordan 1s, a pair of 501 premium selvage jeans, and a t-shirt, all of which are co-branded with signature Red Tabs, Jumpman logos, and elephant print. Limited to only 2,323 worldwide, the package will be available March 1st at select Levi’s Stores, Niketown locations, and top-tier accounts. The suggested retail price is $395 USD.
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The Jordan brand’s latest release is the SE version of the XV. The shoe keeps many of the same features as the original XV such as the overall shape, midsole and woven upper, but the shoe has done away with the “hanging tongue” design and a restructured the heel. The colorway was inspired by the upcoming NBA all star game and is set to release soon although no official date has been posted.
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The Air Force 1 Fusion integrating the classic Uptown and the Air Jordan has started hitting shelves with a constant stream of upcoming releases. Here’s a look at a projected Black/Bright Cactus colorway. The Bright Cactus can be seen throughout with an embroidered 23, colored mesh and strap. No word yet on availability.
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As part of an upcoming Air Jordan Countdown Pack (two-shoe packs which total 23), the Air Jordan VI Carmine has been revealed as the colorway of choice to go alongside the Air Jordan XVII. The Carmine has long been a holy grail and unattainable sneaker for many due to its only release occurring back in 1991 resulting in expensive mostly unwearable pairs for those lucky enough to have a deadstock pair.
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When Nike decided that they wanted to reek havoc on the sneaker world, they created the “Seamless Air Jordan Fusion.” The shoe which is a combination of the Air Force 1 and the Jordan XII and is a seamless Creation with lasered design elements. The shoes has not been confirmed yet, but sample pictures have been released.
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The last batch of pictures regarding the Levi’s x Jordan Brand 23 | 501 Collection didn’t really do the sneaker justice. Here’s the latest scoop on the monumental collaboration. Although the picture quality has improved, the printed cement denim still leaves a lot to be desired.
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The success of developing take-away pizza bags was the catalyst for Fredic Pinel to raise the funds to create Pinel&Pinel, an accessories maker specializing in trunks. Trunks, once a way of the rich (well it still is) was popular as the affluent would take exclusive cruises on huge ocean liners. This rendition of the Pinel&Pinel trunk is adopted for the safe storage and display of sneakers. Unsure of the official association with Air Jordan, this particular trunk includes a Jumpman symbol and autograph of Jordan himself. Twenty three spots are available with room for the Air Jordan XX3 to spare.
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Amidst countless speculation and conspiracy theories (about the authenticity of pictures leaked etc), the Air Jordan XX3 has finally launched with an official press conference held in New York attended by the likes of footwear designer Tinker Hatfield and Jordan Brand Footwear Director Gentry Humphrey. Aside from the obvious numerological significance of this release, this release also marks various ecologically friendly Considered production techniques to the fold as well as possessing a high quality construction and shape. A video involving some of the Air Jordan XX3’s defining points and direction can be seen via Youtube while all the information regarding this release both technical and retail can be seen over at Freshness Magazine.
Nike and Jordan Brand arch-enemy Air Randy has gotten his hands on samples of an upcoming Air Jordan 5 x Air Force 1 Fusion. The rehashed version of the Black/Metallics includes red and blue throughout with an embroidered 23 on the heel. No word yet on availability.
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