Fashion, Art, Design, Lifestyle

Vesper · February 22, 2022

The adidas NMD S1 Gets Finished with an Icy Midsole

https://www.nicekicks.com/adidas-nmd-s1-gz9233-release-date/

adidas NMD S1 “Mint Carbon”

Style #:GZ9233
Release Date:2022
Price:$180

The newest NMD model has been dubbed the adidas NMD S1, an abbreviation for “Sneaker Number 1.” For it’s debut, the sneaker gets dressed in a “Mint Carbon” colorway complete with an icy blue midsole, giving the sneaker a futuristic finish.

The adidas NMD S1 has a fully engineered seamless 3D Primeknit upper. The quarter panels feature monomesh windows which offer increased breathability. The star of the show here is the new midsole unit that adds height to the sneaker and extends past the rear. The midsole and plugs are finished with a semi-translucent TPU shell. Meanwhile, the outsole nods to the iconic archival Marathon TR model with a 3D Trefoil pattern. Other details include the dipped lace tips, reflective laces, and molded foam sockliners. This new NMD model arrives with individual shoe bags, custom shoe trees, and additional laces.

This adidas NMD S1 “Mint Carbon” is expected to release soon, so be sure to check back with our Sneaker Release Dates page for updates. You’ll be able to purchase these sneakers from the adidas CONFIRMED app and select retailers for $180. For more adidas releases and updates on all your favorite sneakers, follow @NiceKicks on Twitter.

Vesper · February 26, 2022

A Dozen Excellent London Pancake Spots

https://thenudge.com/features/official-pancake-day-guide/

It’s Pancake Day on 1st March.

And as with every other holiday, the supermarkets have already had their shelves stacked with eggs, milk, and flour for months.

But if you fancy having someone else make your stacks for you, then we humbly suggest you go to one of the best places in town. And these are those places:
–

Where the Pancakes Are | London Bridge & Fitzrovia

This seems like a reasonable place to start. The menu here is exclusively pancakes: American ones, French ones, Dutch ones, vegan ones; you name it, they make it. And on Pancake Day itself they’ll be opening both their restaurants till 10pm and spilling out onto Vinegar Yard for a one-day pop-up, where they’ll be awarding a year’s supply of pancakes to anyone who can flip the most pancakes in a minute. Bring the biggest tosser you know.

Details: Open from 7am-10pm on Pancake Day (pop-up 12-9pm), book here | Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, London SE1 0NQ | 7 Charlotte St, London W1T 1RG
–

The Delaunay | Aldwych

The Delaunay won’t be doing anything special this Pancake Day. Other than cooking some of the best pancakes in the city, as they do every other day of the year, of course. They come in stacks of three, and are like little fluffy blueberry-topped clouds.

Details: Weekdays 7am-11.30am, Saturdays 8am-11.30am | 55 Aldwych, WC2B 4BB
–

Sunday in Brooklyn | Notting Hill

This post is brought to you by Captain Obvious: NYC import Sunday in Brooklyn’s legendary, trademarked, triple-stacked brown butter & hazelnut maple praline pancakes are really, really good. Unfortunately, the restaurant isn’t open on Pancake Day itself, so think of this as more of a ‘weekend practice run’ kind of place to prepare your belly for Tuesday.

Details: Open Wed-Sun | 98 Westbourne Grove, W2 5RU
–

Riding House Café & Rail House Café | Fitzrovia & Victoria

You’ll be hard pressed to find a better pancake in the capital. It’s served with fresh fruit, maple syrup, triple-smoked bacon, and the real deal-sealer: vanilla clotted cream. Oh, and this pancake day, they come bottomless.

Details: Served all day on Pancake Day, £15pp | 43-51 Great Titchfield Street, W1W 7PQ | 8 Sir Simon Milton Square, SW1E 5DJ
–

Sakurado | Kensington

Sakurado specialises in one of the most important Japanese inventions out there: the mille crepe cake. Layers of paper-thin crepes are sandwiched together with cream flavoured with anything from matcha to passion fruit, to create delicate, exquisitely neat little stacks of heaven. And if you can’t get to Kensington easily, there are plenty of other great Japanese patisseries in London where you can find them…

Details: Open daily 11am-10pm | 14 Gloucester Road, London, SW7 4RB
–

Fuwa Fuwa | Soho & Bloomsbury

Aaand behold another of Japan’s great inventions – the soufflé pancake. The total opposite of the mille crepe, the soufflé pancake takes up about the same dimensions – but is just one giant, fluffy-as-a-cloud pillow of dough. Fuwa Fuwa have nailed the technique, and serve theirs up with toppings like biscoff sauce and strawberries; matcha and white chocolate; and chocolate honeycomb crunch.

Details: Soho open daily 12-9pm, Bloomsbury 11am-8pm | 57A Dean St, London W1D 6AJ | Unit 8, Brunswick Centre, London WC1N 1BS
–

La Petite Bretagne | Hammersmith

LPB almost certainly serve the best Breton-style crepes in the city. And you can see why – their savoury galettes are all made with buckwheat flour, and come armed with cheese, ham, egg, smoked salmon, raclette, bacon, stilton, and other ridiculously nice ingredients. They even do a Full English Breakfast galette, which you can follow up with a sweet crêpe doused in flaming Grand Marnier.

Details: Open from 8am-10pm on 1st March | 5-7 Beadon Road, W6 0EA
–

Granger & Co | Multiple locations

For the past quarter of a century, Bill Granger’s hotcakes have been selling… well, as anticipated, really. And he’s shaking things up for Pancake Day this year by literally shaking them up – enjoy them in milkshake form (with banana, honeycomb and maple), or the old-fashioned, solid way at all of the Grangers & Co restaurants.

Details: 7am-11pm on Pancake Day | Chelsea, Clerkenwell, King’s Cross, Notting Hill
–

Breakfast Club | Multiple locations

breakfast-club-pancake-day-wagon-wheel-e1645187118260.jpeg.webp

Lucy Richards Photography

The Breakfast Club usually do something slightly bananas for Pancake Day, but this year they’ve pushed the boat out so far, it’s dodging icebergs. They’re putting on a load of special, limited edition numbers (including this ‘Wagon Wheel’ pancake sandwich, filled with a marshmallow & biscoff crumb centre). Then, of course, there’s the triumphant return of their annual pancake challenge – eat a stack of 12 in as many minutes, and they’re free.

Details: 28th February – 6th March | Multiple Locations
–

Milk | Balham

Trust us, the queue outside only serves to sharpen your appetite for what are truly exceptional pancakes. Expect the likes of buckwheat pancakes with chinotto caramel and coffee parfait; or Catania pink navel with orange blossom cream, almond cake, calamansi and poppyseed brittle.

Details: 8am-3.30pm on Pancake Day, no reservations | 18-20 Bedford Hill, SW12 9RG
–

Hoppers | Soho, Marylebone & King’s Cross

Hoppers is a trio of excellent Sri Lankan restaurants, and for one day only they’re serving a Sweet Jaggery Hopper. What is a Sweet Jaggery Hopper, you ask? Well, it’s a sweet variation on an egg hopper. And what is an egg hopper? It’s a traditional Sri Lankan rice & coconut crepe with a soft boiled egg in the middle. Only here, the egg is replaced with cream blended with unrefined cane sugar (‘jaggery’), and spices. It’s one of the more unusual numbers here, and you’re unlikely to stumble across it anywhere else in this hemisphere…

Details: Open Tuesday 5.30-10pm in all locations (plus 12-2.15pm in King’s Cross) | Soho, Marylebone, King’s Cross
–

Lina Stores | Soho, King’s Cross, The City (eat-in & to-go)

Italians don’t do Shrove Tuesday. They do Carnevale. And alongside the usual feasting on meat, fats, and all the other delicious stuff that was traditionally given up for Lent, they have their own special dish in the mix – chiacchiere. They’re thinly fried strips of dough topped with sweet icing sugar and served with a rich dark chocolate dipping sauce, and you can get hold of them at Lina Stores, who’ll be serving them right up until Pancake Day.

Details: Until 1st March | Soho, King’s Cross, The City

Main image: Where The Pancakes Are/Milly Fletcher

Edited February 26, 2022 by Vesper

Vesper · March 2, 2022

adidas Originals SNS GT “NYC”

https://www.sneakersnstuff.com/en/editorials/adidas-originals-sns-gt-nyc

SNS and adidas Originals unite for a special SNS GT that pays homage to New York City and more specifically Meatpacking District. Located at the far west side of Manhattan and inside the many brown brick buildings, meat (packing) was at the essence of shops, warehouses, and markets. The historic neighborhood is the source of inspiration for the latest SNS GT, which comes dressed in brown premium suede with matching gum rubber midsole.

To highlight the history of Meatpacking District, its Murals, and the foot-related background, we teamed up with artist Steve “ESPO” Powers. Known for his city-wide murals and signs, the graffiti legend has recreated classic butcher shop signs and posters that go hand in hand with the meaty history of the area.

The adidas Originals SNS GT “NYC” will release exclusively at all SNS locations and sneakersnstuff.com on March 9th.

Vesper · March 2, 2022

AIGLE BY ÉTUDES' FIRST COLLECTION IS A REFRESHING TAKE ON ICONIC HERITAGE

https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/aigle-by-etudes-ss22/

Founded in 1853, the French label Aigle is at this point woven into the fabric of European culture. But the brand that made a name for itself making watertight rubber boots using a patented vulcanization process has hit a turning point for Spring/Summer 2022.

Joining forces with a younger but no less vital player in French contemporary culture, Études, Aigle is set for a reinvention of sorts. But while it’s a reinvention by name, at its core, this new chapter simply builds on the immovable foundation set by Aigle. The first collection of Aigle by Études sees Études co-founders Aurélien, Jérémie, and José use their savoir-faire to adapt Aigle’s iconic pieces for new lifestyles.

“Looking back, we realized that Aigle had a long connection with the city, which was unexpected for us. Aigle’s history is quite surprising, compared with the outdoor image of the brand,” note Études’ artistic directors. And this is what really underpins the SS22 collection: Aigle by Études finds the perfect balance between preconceived ideas and surprising novelty — between the wilderness and the city.

After extensive research around Aigle’s history and legacy, Études approached the SS22 collection with a view of simply building on the existing base. By adding subtle, up-to-date detailing, Aigle by Études ends up feeling completely contemporary yet founded in a culture that runs much deeper than any trend. This feeling is distilled in a handful of the more traditional pieces.

Of course, Aigle’s Made in France rubber boots make an appearance and exist as a standout highlight in the collection. A striking new black coating breathes new, quasi-industrial life into the Atelier boots. Elsewhere, another timeless aspect of Aigle’s offering, the trench coat, is reworked to include a belted waist that alters the silhouette for more impact. Combined with an innovative new MTD membrane for optimal waterproofing, the trench coat epitomizes Aigle by Études’ city-to-nature acumen.

Adding final emphasis to this concept is the Spring/Summer 2022 lookbook. Aigle linked up with six artists and artisans who inspire the label to discover the world differently to bring the collection to life. Floriculturist Masami Charlotte Lavault, chef David Zilber, ceramicist Madoka Rindal, musician Thylacine, dancer Jade Fehlmann, and designer Seungmin Jung style the collection from France to South Korea, proving its comfort in any environment.

Click here to shop Aigle by Études Spring/Summer 2022.

Vesper · March 3, 2022

CONCEPTS X NIKE AIR MAX 1 SP (OIL GREEN/MULTI-COLOR/SAIL)

https://cncpts.com/blogs/upcoming-releases/concepts-x-nike-air-max-1-sp-oil-green-multi-color-sail

To celebrate 35 years of a sneaker icon, we give the Air Max 1 a radical twist. When the Nike Air Max 1 arrived in 1987, it signaled a revolution in footwear design. Air, its namesake, was fully-unleashed — made visible through a window — and with this shifted aesthetic and technical boundaries. 35 years later, Concepts brings its own radical twist to the classic silhouette. If the original firmly shouted a futurist vision, our take on Air Max 1 positions the shoe within a radical lineage of youthful expression.

The design dig into the culture, music and style of the late ‘60s, specifically the music festival scene of the era, in all its vibrancy. Often held over long weekends, these festivals ticketed by the day. And, while there was a shared belief in the peaceful power of the gatherings, each had its own unique essence.

The music was eclectic, the style electric, and mood buoyed by crowds spreading love. Among the festival goers were seen protest symbols, peace signs, floral adornments and frayed edges. Denim mixed with the now familiar olive of military surplus M-65s, and juxtaposed with the softness of wide wale corduroy and velvet. These elements give the Nike x Concepts Air Max 1 SP “Mellow” its character.

The Concepts x Nike Air Max SP “Mellow” features -

- Classic paisley bandana print (an essential accent to every outfit) delivers a bold, vintage statement while the custom Swoosh bandana print lets you rep your brand.
- Denim details, guitar pick hangtag and loose thread embroidery return you to the summer of ’69.
- We've put flowers in your Swoosh for a bohemian twist while the 'mud' speckled midsole (inspired by concerts in parks) delivers a free-spirited finish to every step.

The Concepts x Nike Air Max SP “Mellow” and associated apparel launch at Concepts retail locations and cncpts.com on March 5, 2022 at 11AM EST.

Vesper · March 6, 2022

Eames x Reebok Club C 'Composition' and 'Dot Pattern' Are All About Form and Colour

RELEASE: 18 MARCH 2022

https://www.sneakerfreaker.com/releases/eames-reebok-club-c-composition-dot-pattern-release-date?page=0

After kicking off their partnership in summer 2021 with the 'Monotone Pack', Eames and Reebok are back with their second offering: the 'Composition Pack'. Bridging the gap between the Eames' legendary designs and the classic sportswear style of Reebok, the 'Composition Pack' includes two special variations of the Club C that shed light on some of the Eames' most famous creations.

The Club C 'Composition' is inspired by a painting of the same name, created by Ray Eames in 1939, the year before she met Charles Eames. Composition's natural tones and abstract shapes are screened in full across the upper of the sneaker, and Ray's signature replaces standard Club C branding on the midfoot. On the other end, the Club C 'Dot Pattern' is done up in tan and black, and covered from heel to toe with a signature textile print that Ray Eames created for MoMA's 1947 Competition for Printed Fabrics. Though Ray never submitted the pattern to the competition, it's since appeared on everything from pillows to blankets and become one of her most recognizable creations! Each pair comes in a shoebox modelled after the Eames House — also known as Case Study House No. 8 —in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood of Los Angeles.

Expect both pairs in the Eames x Reebok 'Composition Pack' to release via the Eames Office webstore March 17, then hit the Reebok webstore March 18, priced at $120.

Vesper · March 11, 2022

Ivy Park X Adidas Stan Smith Dipped “Ivy Heart”

https://www.flightclub.com/ivy-park-x-stan-smith-dipped-ivy-heart-gw9717

https://www.adidas.se/stan-smith-shoes/GW9717.html

https://shop.adidas.co.za/ivy-park-stan-smith-shoes-417269.html

Vesper · March 11, 2022

Cubitts

https://cubitts.com/pages/popism

Vesper · March 11, 2022

COLLECTIONS

The Best French Restaurants In London

https://thenudge.com/collections/the-best-french-restaurants-in-london/

French restaurants stand alone amongst world cuisines.

They’re one of the few places where you definitely don’t want them to treat you like royalty. In fact, they’re often at their best when they’re offering you pain. And you don’t have to hop the Channel to get some of the best – London’s own arrondissements have you covered.

So whether you’re searching for hors d’oeuvres or haute cuisine, pâtisserie or prixe fixe, we’ve done the restaurant reconnaissance for you and found out the best places for French food in the capital…

Frenchie

The brainchild of chef Greg Marchand, Frenchie – in pretty Henrietta Street in the heart of Covent Garden – combines the laid-back brasserie vibes of its Parisian older sibling (also called Frenchie), with the contemporary style of London. Go à la carte for seasonal takes on pork loin, Cornish turbot, and parmesan gougères (mini cheesy choux buns) or opt for the set menu – ideal for a pre-theatre three course. Want something extra special but without the conundrum of choosing? Try the five-course tasting menu, a pick of the best of the à la carte. READ MORE.

Details: 16 Henrietta St, WC2E 8QH | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

The Ninth

If the exposed brick walls, moody lighting and inviting leather banquettes don’t tempt you, then the menus at this intimate Charlotte Street spot most definitely will. Helmed by renowned Japanese-British chef Jun Tanaka (you might recognise him off the TV), The Ninth serves up Mediterranean food with a French twist, and specialises in raw and cured dishes, and chargrilled meat and fish, plus a host of veggie options, such as the to-die-for roast celeriac, pickled mushrooms, and cavolo nero in a red wine jus. As if that’s not enough, it’s also just retained its Michelin star. READ MORE.

Details: 22 Charlotte St, W1T 2NB | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Le Relais de Venise

Yes, there’s only one main course here – steak frites. But there’s a reason that the place has been open in Paris since 1959, and that reason is that the one dish they do is absolutely delicious. You’ll have to search hard to find a better, tender entrecote, with crispy French fries and a secret-recipe sauce. As you’d expect, the wine menu is a stellar roll call of French bottles. Don’t leave without having one of the famous desserts – chocolate profiteroles perhaps, or ‘Le Sticky Toffee Pudding London’ if you want to truly straddle the English Channel. READ MORE.

Details: 120 Marylebone Ln, W1U 2QG and 5 Throgmorton St, EC2N 2AD | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Casse-Croute

Checkerboard floors? Check. Vintage French adverts on the walls? Check. Handwritten daily menu? Check. Welcome to Casse-Croute, a little piece of France on the gourmet alley of Bermondsey Street. Grab a seat in this bijou brasserie and choose from the three options per course written in French on the blackboard menu or reeled off with ease by your server – think côte de boeuf and crème brûlée washed down with a gutsy Saint-Emilion. READ MORE.

Details: 9 Bermondsey St, SE1 3XB | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Pique-Nique

The younger sibling of Casse-Croute, Pique-Nique is all about casual sharing food, although the dining room with its long, wooden bench tables and marble counter tops is, ahem, peak-chic. Mains are to be shared between two, and on the ever-changing menu, you might find chateaubriand with dauphinoise potatoes, or slow-roasted lamb shoulder. Starters come in the form of scallops on toast and classic onion soup, while desserts range from indulgent chocolate moelleux to perfect tarte tatin. READ MORE.

Details: Tanner St, SE1 3LD | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Brasserie Zedel

This Soho stalwart is the epitome of glamour and glorious ’30s Art Deco. Originally part of The Regent Palace Hotel, Brasserie Zedel has been serving exceptionally good value French fare for decades. Opt for one of their set menus (the 4-course formule or 2-3-course prixe fixe) to get a good sense of the offerings, or go à la carte, where you’ll find vegetarian ragout of artichoke hearts alongside fillet of sea bream. And, if you’re here in the evening, the house band will soundtrack your dinner. READ MORE.

Details: 20 Sherwood St, W1F 7ED | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Blanchette

Founded in 2013 by brothers Maxime, Malik and Yannis, Blanchette is all about family. From the concept of sharing plates – the charcuterie boards are a must – to the restaurant being named after the lads’ mum. But don’t be fooled into thinking that that means kitsch; the dining room is modern Parisian chic with exposed brick walls together with marble tables. Having a private party? Reserve the 14-seat Jungle Room, painted by artist Aldo Gigli with a giant rainforest mural. READ MORE.

Details: 9 D’Arblay St, W1F 8DR | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

The French House

Pubs don’t come much more legendary than The French House. A favourite of artists (Francis Bacon and Lucien Freud were regulars) and writers (Dylan Thomas is said to have left the manuscript for Under Milk Wood beneath his chair), this institution is all about the bonhomie and booze – a killer combination if ever there were one. Make your way through the crowds propping up the bar downstairs and head up to the serene dining room. Here, you’ll be able to feast on beef tartare, pork chops, confit garlic and more with the other bon vivants. READ MORE.

Details: 49 Dean St, W1D 5BG | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Cafe Boheme

Confit duck, steak frites and escargots are just a few of the dinner favourites you can enjoy at this Old Compton Street spot. But this place is more than just an evening affair, stop by for a petit déjeuner of croissants, coffee and juices, or swing by at lunch for classic croque monsieur or tuna niçoise. As you’d expect, there’s a curated French wine list, and live jazz sessions nearly every evening. READ MORE.

Details: 13 Old Compton St, W1D 5JQ | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Maison Francois

This classy address in St James’s is all about upmarket Gallic-style cuisine. Hidden behind the French half-window nets and a subtle cream exterior lies a terracotta-hued temple with intimate booths and natural wood screens. While the mains are masterclass in the French classics, entrecôte de boeuf et al, the hors d’oeuvre and charcuterie menu is the real star for us. Order nearly everything – comté gougères; crab, puntarelle, monks beard, and croutons; anchovies, lemon, smoked chilli, and marjoram to name a few – along with a generous ration of pain de campagne, and sup wine from nearly every region of France. The downstairs bar is worth a visit too, even if you aren’t dining. READ MORE.

Details: 34 Duke Street St James’s, SW1Y 6DF | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

La Poule au Pot

French, rustic, countryside, cosy, crazy… it’s difficult to quite describe this curious little place in Belgravia. It’s been here seemingly forever and for each year that passes, something else gets added to its OTT interior, but then that’s all part of La Poule au Pot’s charm. Well, that and its exceptional paysan menu of guinea fowl, cassoulet, and ratatouille among other French faves. It makes an ideal date spot, and after just 10 minutes, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve accidentally hopped on the Eurostar to the French countryside.

Details: 231 Ebury St, SW1W 8UT | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Lady of the Grapes

This wine bar on Maiden Lane might be tiny in stature, but it’s big on choice and values. It serves about 25 wines by glass and carafe and around 200 wines by bottle, the majority of which are organic and biodynamic and are made by female winemakers. Executive chef Eliott Buchet pairs French small plates – melted camembert and mushroom carpaccio – with the wines to make for a high-end experience in laid-back surrounds. READ MORE.

Details: 16 Maiden Lane, WC2E 7NJ | For more information, or to book, please visit their website here.

Vesper · March 11, 2022

New Balance 991SNS

The reveal of the secret colourway

https://www.sneakersnstuff.com/en/editorials/sns-new-balance-991sns

In 2005 SNS co-founders Peter and Erik designed the first-ever SNS x New Balance 577 collaboration during a visit to the Flimby Factory in the UK. After weeks of waiting, the 96 pairs of each colourway arrived, and while Peter’s sneaker looked right on point, Erik’s design was slightly adjusted, switching out the deep blue and yellow of his original design to a more minty look. There just wasn’t enough fabric of the actual colours. New Balance quickly produced the correct colourway, but what to do with the 96 pairs from the first shipment? Release them, and that’s what SNS did! Without a big announcement, no images on the website, just a blank space and a name: Secret Colourway!

17 Years later, SNS released the original two colourways, this time on a New Balance 991, with one more pair to come: the SNS x New Balance 991 “Secret Colourway.” Bringing back the iconic colourway, the sought-after look is crafted with a mix of leather and suede on the upper, continuing to tell the classic story of a New Balance x SNS icon.

Vesper · March 11, 2022

1 minute ago, Vesper said:

New Balance 991SNS

The reveal of the secret colourway

https://www.sneakersnstuff.com/en/editorials/sns-new-balance-991sns

In 2005 SNS co-founders Peter and Erik designed the first-ever SNS x New Balance 577 collaboration during a visit to the Flimby Factory in the UK. After weeks of waiting, the 96 pairs of each colourway arrived, and while Peter’s sneaker looked right on point, Erik’s design was slightly adjusted, switching out the deep blue and yellow of his original design to a more minty look. There just wasn’t enough fabric of the actual colours. New Balance quickly produced the correct colourway, but what to do with the 96 pairs from the first shipment? Release them, and that’s what SNS did! Without a big announcement, no images on the website, just a blank space and a name: Secret Colourway!

17 Years later, SNS released the original two colourways, this time on a New Balance 991, with one more pair to come: the SNS x New Balance 991 “Secret Colourway.” Bringing back the iconic colourway, the sought-after look is crafted with a mix of leather and suede on the upper, continuing to tell the classic story of a New Balance x SNS icon.

WOMFT – New Balance 577SNS1 x SNS ‘First Round – Secret’ From 2005

https://thomaslindie.wordpress.com/2015/07/25/womft-new-balance-577sns1-x-sns-first-round-secret/

Sneakersnstuff have made some of my favourite shoes, both Peter and Erik definitely have a great eye for creating great colourways and pairing them with excellent materials. You can check out my New Balance x Sneakersnstuff history here if you wish to brush up on their collaborations.

The New Balance 577SNS1 x Sneakersnstuff dropped in 2005, and was meant to resemble the Swedish Flag, but as you can see, the blue is just a little off…. Anyway, there was a second take to get the colour right, a pair that I’m still trying to track down!

I’ve had this pair for a couple of years now, but have never gotten around to wearing them for some reason, until last night.

Vesper · March 12, 2022

Spring/Summer 22: Crochet

https://www.acnestudios.com/se/en/woman/ss22-crochet/

Vesper · March 15, 2022

Women's Air Jordan 1 Low Elevate "Bred"

https://www.sneakersnstuff.com/en/editorials/womens-air-jordan-1-low-elevate

The Air Jordan family is no stranger to reintroducing its iconic line with modern features and playful edits, so it’s with no surprise that the Air Jordan 1 LV8D SE fits right into the playbook.

Bold and Bred, the low-top silhouette for women checks all the boxes, shaking hands were a classic Jumpman colorway, and a platform midsole are supposed to meet. The contemporary update dons an eye-pleasing two-tone, red, and black leather upper with unexpected, enlarged midsole, honoring the past and future of the Air Jordan 1.

Vesper · March 17, 2022

https://www.acnestudios.com/se/en/woman/ss22-show-collection/

Vesper · March 20, 2022

Bergfabel

https://nittygrittystore.com/brand/men/bergfabel

Bergfabel

Bergfabel is an Italian clothing label founded in 2011 run by Klaus and Barbara Planck. Inspired by northern Italy, its wilderness, traditional wardrobe and local people the brand focuses on artisanal production, tailored detailing and carefully selected materials. Each piece comes with a hand-picked pouch of lavender from Klaus' mothers garden. Find our latest seasonal arrivals from the brand both online and in store now.

Edited March 20, 2022 by Vesper

Vesper · March 27, 2022

SS22 Denim

https://www.acnestudios.com/se/en/woman/ss22-denim/

Vesper · March 27, 2022

Nike Air Max 1 “Wabi-Sabi”

https://www.modern-notoriety.com/nike-air-max-1-wabi-sabi-dq8656-133-release-date/

https://www.sneakerfreaker.com/news/nike-air-max-1-air-max-day-2022-where-to-buy

Vesper · April 2, 2022

Off-White x Nike Blazer Low

https://sneakernews.com/2022/03/30/off-white-nike-blazer-low-dh7863-100-dh7863-001-release-date/

https://www.sneakerfreaker.com/releases/off-white-nike-blazer-low-dh7863-100-001-release-date

After Virgil Abloh's tragic passing in November of 2021, Nike and Off-White put a temporary hold on their collaborative releases out of respect for the late designer and his family. V, as his friends and co-workers called him, however, was a tireless worker with multiple projects lined up at the time of his passing, and now they're set to resume their rollout with the blessing of his wife Shannon Abloh. The first Off-White x Nike sneaker to release in 2022 will be the Blazer Low, a style that was first revealed last summer and has been teased on and off since 2020.

Arriving in a sporty white, red and yellow colourway that pays homage to the Blazer's rich hoops heritage and a crisp black makeup with vivid blue and green accents, each features a sharply-shaped heel that seems to draw inspiration from the Air units found on Nike ACG's classic Air Terra Humara, plus other familiar Off-White details like Helvetica text on the medial quarter, plastic zip ties secured to the laces and small fabric tags hanging from the Swooshes.

What's particularly poignant about these Blazers though is how they work in the design language from some of Abloh's past releases. Cut-out circles on the upper call back to his famed Off-White x Air Jordan 5 colabs from 2020, while the second set of 'laces' nods to the Off-White x Nike Dunk Low. The look is finished off with specially-branded insoles and tongue tags, and each style is packaged in a cut-out shoebox.

The Off-White x Nike Blazer Low collection is set to release on April 8, and a retail price has yet to be announced.

Did you know that Virgil Abloh entered a colouring contest in issue #2 of our magazine way back in 2003? Click here to read our founder Woody's free-wheeling conversation with Abloh in 2020.