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The Bad Bunny x adidas Response CL “Bad Bunny Boston Day”

https://sneakernews.com/2023/08/16/bad-bunny-adidas-response-cl-boston-green-release-date/

Puerto Rican pop and hip-hop star Bad Bunny has quickly become a go-to collaborator with the 3-Stripes over the past few years. From curing the brand’s staple Forum Buckle Low in a range of titular offerings to most recently anchoring the Campus in a collection of earth-based tones, the three-time Grammy award winner now strikes up shock drop of the heavily layered Response CL.

Following the silhouette’s most recent pitch-dark black and purple-infused collaboration, the contemporary 2000s tooling now reveals the latest hue from Benito’s color wheel; taking inspiration from the wall of bright green foliage that decorates the interior of Boston’s historic Fenway Park. Bad Bunny has held a unique connection with the East Coast city ever since the Mayor pronounced August 18th as “Bad Bunny Day” last year. In response, the richly textured composition features melted leather layers and striking suede accents that compose a living ecosystem for your feet.

The Bad Bunny x adidas Response CL “Boston Day” will release exclusively at Concepts Boston on August 18th for a retail price of $160. In the meantime, the upcoming pair can be seen below in detailed imagery.

In other lifestyle-centric news, the Nike Calm Mule “Grey” recently appeared in official images.

 

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nanamica Presents Two Understated Colorways Of The PUMA Clyde GTX

https://sneakernews.com/2023/08/15/nanamica-puma-clyde-gtx-black-white-release-date/

nanamica and PUMA teamed up for the very first time back in 2022, dressing the Suede VTG in two understated, weather resistant colorways. Now, almost an entire year thereafter, the Japanese label is rejoining the footwear brand to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Clyde.

In addition to PUMA, nanamica has joined forces with New Balance, Reebok, and even Converse Japan, bringing a similar approach to the brands’ respective icons. Their take on the Clyde fits right in amidst the rest of the catalog, boasting improvements beyond the usual GORE-TEX upgrade. The lace unit, for example, has been slightly reworked: alongside forgoing exterior eyelets, the eyestays have been slightly heightened to aid the shoe’s overall water resistance.

Complete with subtle co-branding along the insoles, the nanamica x PUMA Clyde GTX will be available on August 18th in both “Black” and “White.” As we await their debut, enjoy a look at both colorways via the retailer imagery added ahead.

In other news, the Yeezy Boost 700 Utility Black is returning in just a few days.

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Undefeated x Casio G-SHOCK DW6900

https://eukicks.com/undefeated-x-casio-g-shock-dw6900/

Los Angeles based Undefeated has teamed with Casio to produce an edition of the G-SHOCK DW6900. The watch’s 2023 release comes as part of G-SHOCK celebrating its 40th anniversary.

To style the watch, Undefeated uses a milk chocolate shade of brown and then uses yellow and blue for the detailing. A second band is included with the watch, in black textile.

Housed in an Undefeated designed box that uses its logo and a camo pattern that matches the watch.

Find the watch exclusive to Undefeated for $190.

 

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UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Elevate High SP “Summer ’96”

https://eukicks.com/union-la-x-bephies-beauty-supply-x-air-jordan-1-elevate-high-sp-summer-96-fd0696-100/

With the Nike Air Footscape Woven soon to return, the woven style is being taken up by Jordan Brand through a collaboration with UNION LA and Bephies Beauty Supply. In addition to the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG, the collaborative collection also includes a sneaker specifically for women, the Air Jordan 1 Elevate High.

The UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Elevate High SP “Summer ’96” is listed for a 26th of August release. The SNKRS app ($200), Union LA and independent selection shops like UK based END will carry the release.

A whole bigger than its parts, this lifted AJ1 celebrates two of your favorite trendsetters: the founders of UNION and Bephies Beauty Supply. Paying homage to the summer Chris and Beth met, the design ties past to present while leaving room for you to style the future. Woven details renew the vows of these industry-leading protagonists. Aged accents nod to the early days of streetwear. And that color-popped stitching brings a lightning strike of energy—kinda like falling in love. There’s nothing better.
SKU: FD0696-100

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Air Jordan joins forces with Union LA’s Chris Gibbs and Bephies Beauty Supply’s Beth Birkett’s “Summer 96” project, nodding to the year they fell in love, with these Air Jordan 1 LV8D sneakers. Prioritising close attention to detail, this hi-top pair is expertly crafted with a smooth leather base, contrasted by woven textures (inspired by the Air Footscape Woven) around the lower panels. Underfoot, neutral tones dominate the chunky outsole to create a vintage feel – and allow that all-important Swoosh to punctuate the sidewall in bright teal.

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Stay with EUKicks for more Air Jordan sneaker news.

In recent Air Jordan sneaker news, A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 5 Retro WMNS in Diffused Blue / Detailed Picture Preview.

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NASA x Casio G-SHOCK DW6900

https://eukicks.com/nasa-x-casio-g-shock-dw6900/

The NASA themed Casio G-SHOCK DW6900 is now available at shops that include US based Packer Shoes.

First introduced in 1995, the DW6900 has gone on to become a cultural icon with design and function that has endured for decades. In celebration of G-SHOCK’s 40th anniversary, the brand delivers its fourth timepiece paying homage to NASA in the DW6900NASA237. The soft EL backlight illumination of the watch’s face reveals the Earth, which is also engraved on the back casing. An American flag hits the band loop and the full NASA name appears spelled out on the band as final details on this 40th anniversary edition. 

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Aminé x New Balance 610

https://eukicks.com/amine-x-new-balance-610/

The Aminé x New Balance 610 is dropping this month with UK based END listing the sneaker on its Launches platform for a 24th of August drop.

Go bananas for this fruity collaboration between sneaker behemoths New Balance and American rapper Aminé. Jumping on the gorpcore trend, the Aminé x New Balance 610s have been reinvented to incorporate more lifestyle aesthetics, including banana-inspired details that represents Aminé’s own ‘Club Banana’ label. Up top, the yellow mesh base sits behind the chocolate brown leather overlays. Punctuated with holographic details, you can find Aminé’s image playfully captured in a bubble towards the heel. Underfoot, the cushioning has been updated to ABZORB for a more comfortable ride while the rugged outsole will help keep your feet firmly on the ground, no matter the terrain.

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Mesh Base
Leather Overlays
Rubber Sole
Holographic Details
Co-Branded Tongue
Signature ‘N’ on Quarter
ABZORB Cushioning
N-DURANCE Technology
Toggle Laces
Pull Tab on Heel

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Stay with EUKicks for more New Balance sneaker news.

In recent New Balance sneaker news, Boston College x New Balance 550.

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UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG SP “Summer ’96”

https://eukicks.com/union-la-x-bephies-beauty-supply-x-air-jordan-1-retro-high-og-fd2565-100/

Following on its Air Jordan 1 KO Low, Union LA is again working with Jordan Brand for another sneaker collaboration. This time, Bephies Beauty Supply is part of the equation. The product of the collaboration is stylized retelling of the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG that features a promenant woven design element.

The UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG is ready to release on the 26th of August. The SNKRS app has the sneaker listed for $200. The sneaker will also release through independent sneaker shops like UK based END and directly through Union LA.

A whole bigger than its parts, this AJ1 celebrates two of your favorite trendsetters: the founders of UNION and Bephies Beauty Supply. Paying homage to the summer Chris and Beth met, the design ties past to present while leaving room for you to style the future. Woven details renew the vows of these industry-leading protagonists. Aged accents nod to the early days of streetwear. And that color-popped stitching brings a lightning strike of energy—kinda like falling in love. There’s nothing better.
SKU: FD2565-100

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Following on from numerous collaborations with Air Jordan since the initial collab launch in 2018, Union LA’s Chris Gibbs now brings Bephies Beauty Supply’s Beth Birkett into the fold, as part of the “Summer 96” project, nodding to the year the pair fell in love. As part of the two-pack release, this take on the Air Jordan 1 High OG opts for an intriguing neutral nod – as white leather uppers provide the base for the unique woven sidewall design, borrowed from Nike’s previous Air Footscape Woven. Intricate teal and yellow stitching then details all-over, and while the all-important Swoosh is kept neutral to contrast, it’s still just as iconic as ever.

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Stay with EUKicks for more Air Jordan sneaker news.

In recent Air Jordan sneaker news, Air Jordan 6 “Aqua” Official Images.

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Chris Paul x Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG “Give Them Flowers”

https://eukicks.com/chris-paul-x-air-jordan-1-retro-low-og-give-them-flowers-detailed-preview-pics/

Here is a second look at the upcoming Chris Paul x Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG. The sneaker is dubbed “Give Them Flowers” and true to name, the kicks feature a floral pattern over most of the upper. The floral pattern is paired with beige suede on the heel, Swoosh and toebox.

The Chris Paul x Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG “Give Them Flowers” is expected to drop on the 24th of October.

Stay with EUKicks for more Air Jordan sneaker news.

In recent Air Jordan sneaker news, UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Elevate High SP “Summer ’96” & UNION LA x Bephies Beauty Supply x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG SP “Summer ’96”.

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UP THERE x Padmore & Barnes

https://eukicks.com/up-there-x-padmore-barnes/

Melbourne based shop UP THERE has teamed with Padmore & Barnes to produce a two piece footwear collection centered around the P204 and P404. The collection will release on the 26th of August, exclusive to UP THERE, in-shop and online.

UP THERE presents their latest collaboration with Irish footwear manufacturer Padmore & Barnes.

Working together, the two have produced exclusive editions of Padmore’s most iconic styles — the P204 Shoe and P404 Boot. Inspired by UP THERE’s love of ‘90s culture, the shoes incorporate iconic cues which allude to the cult-classic models manufactured by Padmore & Barnes and adopted by New York’s rap scene. Both shoes are executed in tonal colourways with a focus on texture, elevating the brash and bold ‘90s look with a contemporary and refined edge.

UP THERE x Padmore & Barnes P204 Shoe

This UP THERE exclusive version of the Padmore & Barnes P204 moccasin is our ode to early ‘90s rap.

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The main inspiration came from Ghostface Killah’s debut solo album Ironman. The cover sees Ghostface with fellow Wu-Tang members Raekwon the Chef and Cappadonna in the lab cooking-up his signature two-tone Wallabees. Working with Padmore & Barnes (the original Wallabees manufacturer) we put our own twist on the recipe. Instead of splitting colours we split the materials. Finished in bright fuchsia, the outer is a buttery suede whilst the medial is cut from croc-embossed leather.

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Aside from that we kept it pretty simple (as simple as a pink shoe can be) relying on Padmore’s 100+ years of manufacturing knowledge to do our vision justice.

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– Split seam upper
– Outer in suede
– Medial in croc-emboss leather
– Plantation crepe [latex] sole
– Hand-stitched moccasin construction – Co-branded hang tags
– Made in Europe

UP THERE x Padmore & Barnes P404 Boot

The Yin to the fuchsia-fantastic Yang, our UP THERE P404 boot shares the same material-mixing ethos albeit executed in a more subtle way.

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Rich black suede forms the bulk of the upper, with the hand-stitched vamp finished in a glistening black pony hair. From some angles you might not even catch the material difference, but you’ll know it’s there.

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For the P404 we gave the classic plantation crepe the flick, substituting a blacked-out Vibram® Christy sole in its place. By using a Christy we kept the same wedge shape, gained some wet weather traction (iykyk) and dropped a bunch of weight.

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– Suede upper
– Pony hair vamp
– Vibram® Christy outsole
– Hand-stitched moccasin construction – Co-branded hang tags
– Made in Europe

Flinders St Photobooth

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Founded over 50 years ago, the Flinders St photo booth is an original Melbourne icon. Owned and run by 90 year old Alan Adler, the Flinders St location is the last of the 16 booths Alan once operated across the entire city. Saved from demolition by local petitions in 2018, the booth survives as one of the last chemically processed film photobooths in the country.

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HAL Studios x Asics Gel-1130

https://eukicks.com/hal-studios-x-asics-gel-1130/

HAL Studios x Asics Gel-1130 is scheduled to drop on the 25th of August. The sneaker will be available through shops that include Politics (drawing release) and END (drawing release ends 24th of August).

Following on from the success of its 2022 collection, Asics joins forces with HAL Studios again for a third and final colourway of GEL-1130 sneakers. Taking cues from OG models like the GEL-1000 and GEL-KAYANO 14 running silhouettes, this fusion of fashion and functionality is a must-have addition to any sneakerhead’s line-up. Continuing the collaboration’s nature-inspired design codes, this “birch” pair opts for smooth neutral tones across the mesh base uppers and suede overlays, punctuated neatly by red rope laces. Meanwhile, heel and stripe branding wraps up the pair with Asics and HAL’s seal of approval. Modern, minimalist and comfortable – what more could you ask for?

Mesh Uppers
Suede Overlays
Rubber Outsole
Style Code: 1201A982-200

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THE HAL STUDIOS X ASICS GEL-1130 ‘GLACIER’ STANDS OUT AS THE MOST SUBTLY DESIGNED PIECE IN THIS EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATIVE COLLECTION. ITS CONSTRUCTION FEATURES A SOOTHING OFF-WHITE HUE THAT GRACEFULLY COVERS THE DISTRESSED SUEDES, LEATHER TRIMS, AND MESH INSERTS. TOUCHES OF BLACK ACCENTUATE THE FOREFOOT, EYE STAYS, AND HEEL, CREATING A DELIGHTFUL CONTRAST TO THE BRIGHT RED STRINGS OF THE LACE UNIT. DESPITE ITS DEPARTURE FROM THE TRILOGY’S COLOR SCHEME, THE SHOE PROUDLY DISPLAYS THE FAMILIAR ‘HAL STUDIOS’ BRANDING ON THE SPINE, CONNECTING IT TO ITS PREDECESSOR IN A UNIQUE WAY.

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Kith Classics x adidas Originals Fall 2023: Rod Laver, IL Comp & Torsion Edberg

https://eukicks.com/kith-classics-x-adidas-originals-fall-2023-rod-laver-il-comp-torsion-edberg/

With the Grand Slam US Open tennis tournament set to start at the end of August, NYC based Kith is serving up some classic adidas tennis shoes for the occasion. The range includes kicks include the Rod Laver, IL Comp and Torsion Edberg.

The color theme speaks to the tennis aesthetic with each sneaker featuring white uppers. In a seeming nod to the blue courts at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York City, each sneaker is accented with hit of royal blue. Finished off with a championship flair, the kicks feature gold lettering on the insoles.

The trio just released today, the 21st of August as a Kith exclusive to kith.com, eu.kith.com, the Kith app and the store’s in-shop locations.

Kith Classics reprises its partnership with adidas Originals for the season to reimagine three tennis-forward silhouettes—the Rod Laver, IL Comp, and Torsion Edberg.

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The offering highlights different decades of professional tennis and each model is redesigned with royal blue accents & special Kith for adidas Originals co-branding. Select styles showcase distinct construction details that make the designs popular in their own right.

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The Rod Laver silhouette, inspired by the Australian native, is constructed of a knitted mesh upper with pigskin nubuck overlays and features the most simple, yet classy design.

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The Torsion Edberg, inspired by the Swedish player Stefan Edberg, showcases a maximalist design with a variety of accent details—and has an upper crafted from full-grain leather with pigskin nubuck overlays.

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Lastly, the IL Comp, first introduced in 1985 for functionality on and off the court, is crafted with a knitted mesh upper and features full-grain leather overlays.

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Also, check out the Kith Classics for adidas Originals Summer 2023 sneaker collection that dropped in May.

Kith Classics x adidas Originals Rod Laver

• Original 1974 silhouette
• Warp knitted mesh upper 
• Pigskin nubuck toe overlay
• Full-grain leather on the eyestay and heel tab
• Flat cotton laces 
• Outdoor lining
• Mesh underlays
  Leather and textile insole 
• Kith Classics for adidas Originals co-branding  
• Style: aaie2575
• Color: Crystal White / Royal
• Material: Leather / Suede / Mesh 

Kith Classics x adidas Originals IL Comp

• Original 1985 silhouette 
• Warp knitted mesh on upper and tongue 
• Full-grain leather overlays
• Nubuck stripes with printed highlights 
• Outdoor lining
• Leather and textile insole
• Mesh underlays
• Kith Classics for adidas Originals co-branding 
• Style: aaie7748
• Color: Crystal White / Royal
• Material: Leather / Mesh 

Kith Classics x adidas Originals Torsion Edberg

• Original 1990 silhouette 
• Full-grain leather on the upper and tongue 
• Pigskin nubuck on the vamp, stripes, and heel overlay
• Outdoor lining 
• Flat cotton laces 
• Torsion technology
• Kith Classics for adidas Originals co-branding on the tongue and heel
• Mesh underlays 
• Style: aaie7749
• Color: Crystal White / Royal 
• Material: Leather / Mesh 

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Nike Air Humara “Oil Green” / Releasing

https://eukicks.com/nike-air-humara-oil-green-releasing/

Nike’s Air Humara is releasing in an oil green themed colorway on Tuesday, the 22nd of August. Born in the 90s with the purpose of taking on the trails, the sneaker is built on a beefy traction sole with a sturdy yet breathable upper.

This oil green colorway of the the retro trail runner fits its purpose with an outdoorsy vibe that is perfect for street treks or those that go off-road.

Find the Nike Air Humara “Oil Green” at shops that include Afew and 43einhalb.

• Color: Oil Green/Malachite-Phantom-Light Bone
• Style#: FJ7098-301

 

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COSTS x ASICS GEL-LYTE III OG“CANE VINE”

https://grailify.com/en/tradition-meets-innovation-costs-and-asics-present-the-unique-gel-lyte-iii-cane-vine

https://www.soleretriever.com/news/articles/costs-asics-gel-lyte-iii-og-cane-vine-release-date-august-2023

COSTS has been a staple for fashion enthusiasts in Shenzhen since 2012. After their last collaboration with ASICS, which focused on the Gel Trabuco, the two companies have now teamed up to give the ASICS Gel-Lyte III a retro aesthetic with Cantonese design tradition. Paying homage to the vibrancy of life, the Japanese brand focuses on numerous design adaptations that catapult this OG silhouette into a new chapter. A combination of materials creates a zen vibe with decorative cotton panels, while premium suede covers the majority of the upper. The ASICS stripes have been rearranged to form lychee vines. Together with the tongue, laces and sock lining, they reinforce the tangle of the native plant and symbolise growth.
 
The Cost x ASICS Gel-Lyte III "Cane Vine" has a great colour design with olive green accents on the quarter overlap and the embossed heel cap, which features the Chinese character for "extend". The dominant brown colour of the shoe symbolises the earth and harmonises perfectly with the cream tongue stitching and laces on the forefoot. The Cost x ASICS Gel-Lyte III "Cane Vine" will first hit COSTS stores on 29 August, followed by a global release in China on 25 August. We're hoping for a drop announcement here soon, until then you can check out the official images of this exciting collaboration below.

 

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adidas Just Dropped ‘Night Navy’ Samba OGs and They Look Crisp

Style Code: ID2056

Colourway: Night Navy

https://www.sneakerfreaker.com/releases/adidas-samba-og-night-navy-ID2056-price-buy-release-date

The Samba is still a heavy hitter in the pop cultural zeitgeist, with fan-favourite colourways consistently restocking and selling out with the quickness. adidas have taken notice, and expanded their Samba OG offering beyond the simplistic black and white to meet the growing demand. The latest, a navy blue iteration, has just arrived at select retailers, and it looks crispy in classic colour-blocking.

Composed using ‘Night Navy’, the upper makes use of a supple leather base layer with complementary suede toe box. A ‘Cream White’ shade has been doused on the laces, Stripes and liner, alongside contrasting dark gum outsole. Classic Samba branding remains on the lateral in metallic gold foil, matching the complementary tongue branding. Rounding out the ‘Night Navy’ is the specialised Samba insole branding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Yuto Horigome x Nike SB Dunk Low

https://sneakernews.com/2023/08/03/yuto-horigome-nike-sb-dunk-low-fq1180-001/

Winning an Olympic Gold Medal at the inaugural men’s street event in the Tokyo Games in 2021, Yuto has continued to increase his stock as one of the best street skaters in the world. Soon enough, he’ll make his imprint in sneaker culture with his first-ever Nike SB Dunk collaboration.

The 24-year-old has also teamed with Nike to drop his own design of the fat-tongued Dunk, applying grey-on-grey suedes, olive/grey Swoosh logos, brown soft textures at the heel, and a logo of two features at the heel. Pink tabs at the heel match the mid-foot plate on the outsole, while a brown sole achieves a subtle luxury to a silhouette meant for wear and tear.

The insoles also tell a personal story as a series of white dots appear to make an obscure image. The Nike SB logo at the heel is also made up of these artful featherpoints. A full backstory and detailed breakdown will likely be revealed soon by Nike SB.

Currently, a release date is expected on August 25th, 2023 at skateshops with an MSRP of $130; a SNKRS release is expected on August 29th.

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The 2023 ‘Halloween’ Nike Dunk Low is Spooky

https://sneakernews.com/2023/08/04/nike-dunk-low-gs-halloween-fq8354-491/

Themed sneaker releases have come to be an expected part of Halloween, and Nike just released official imagery of the next themed venture – a fresh Dunk Low in Grade School sizing. This news comes after leaks emerged for the 2023 ‘Halloween’ Air Force 1, ‘Candy Corn’ SB Dunk High and Ja Morant 1, all three kitted out in colourways that are perfect for the spooky season.

For their latest Dunk Low, Nike dressed the upper in a Diffused Blue/Blue Tint/Luminous Green combination, hosting subtle gradient details on the leather panels, alongside contrast stitching to the Swoosh and midsole. Eye-catching green laces, mesh liner, special heel motif and cracked midfoot details add to the Halloween vibes. Keeping the kids safe on the night of October 31 is reflective detailing to the Swoosh, while the underside of the tongue reads ‘I Am Fearless’.

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Nike Dunk Low “Hangul Day”

https://eukicks.com/nike-dunk-low-hangul-day-fq8147-104/

As Nike has expanded its global presence, its celebration of holidays and events has grown as well. Beginning in 2021 on the Air Force 1 Low, Nike has assembled Hangul Day-themed sneakers. Landing on October 9, it is recognized as Korean Alphabet Day and is a commemorative holiday that notes the invention of Hangul — the Korean alphabet. Last year, Nike utilized the Air Max 1 and 97 with covered-up Air units and now it looks to the Dunk Low to celebrate the day.

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With the Dunk Low, the “Hangul Day” theme sees muted tones scattered across the upper — combining gray, white and off-white. Its material composition begins with rough suede at the base and leather detailing at the overlays. At the heel, special detailing has been prepared with Hangul text joined by unique Nike branding on each shoe, matching the sockliner and the charm accessory included with each pair. Wrapping things up, a gum sole serves as the final touch.

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At the time of writing, no news regarding release details for the Nike Dunk Low “Hangul Day” has been disclosed by the Swoosh. It’s likely to debut in Asia via Nike and select retailers in October with a global launch to take place shortly thereafter.

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