Sole Mates: Jaime Xie and the Nike Zoom MMW 4
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Sole Mates: Jaime Xie and the Nike Zoom MMW 4

The ‘Bling Empire’ underdog might be a sneaker rookie, but she’s steadily amassing a significant collection.

Sole Mates: Nick DePaula and the Nike Zoom Hyperflight
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Sole Mates: Nick DePaula and the Nike Zoom Hyperflight

The veteran sneaker reporter discusses his affinity for the Zoom Hyperflight, how signature hoop shoes have changed since the turn of the century and more.

Sole Mates: Vashtie and the Air Jordan 2
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Sole Mates: Vashtie and the Air Jordan 2

“Downtown’s Sweetheart” discusses everything from working at the Stüssy store during iconic releases to becoming the first woman with an Air Jordan collaboration.

Sole Mates: Ben Simmons and the Nike Blazer
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Sole Mates: Ben Simmons and the Nike Blazer

The three-time NBA All-Star on sneaker culture in Australia, the significance of the Nike Blazer, receiving kicks from LeBron James and more.

Sole Mates: Tyler Adams and the Air Jordan 4
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Sole Mates: Tyler Adams and the Air Jordan 4

The USMNT footballer on his love for Jordan, the scene in Leipzig and his mum’s sneaker collection.


Sole Mates: Hanni El Khatib and the Nike Air Zoom Flight 95
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Sole Mates: Hanni El Khatib and the Nike Air Zoom Flight 95

The HUF brand director and Innovative Leisure co-owner discusses his love of basketball shoes, the memorable collaborations he’s worked on and more.

Sole Mates: Oliver Mak and the Bodega x Dr. Martens 1461
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Sole Mates: Oliver Mak and the Bodega x Dr. Martens 1461

The Bodega co-founder on bringing his punk roots to the store’s latest understated collaboration.

Sole Mates: Dave Ortiz and the Futura x Nike Blazer
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Sole Mates: Dave Ortiz and the Futura x Nike Blazer

The Air Max 90 “Bacon” creator discusses his history with the Blazer, his affection for ‘Star Wars’ and why he didn’t choose his own shoe for ‘Sole Mates.’

Sole Mates: Joe La Puma and the Air Jordan 4
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Sole Mates: Joe La Puma and the Air Jordan 4

The ‘Sneaker Shopping’ host discusses his history with the AJ4, what he learned from working at sneaker stores, his favorite ‘Sneaker Shopping’ moments and more.

Sole Mates: Stan Smith and the adidas Originals Stan Smith
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Sole Mates: Stan Smith and the adidas Originals Stan Smith

Some people think Stan Smith is just a shoe. The legendary tennis player is here to set the record straight.

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