Like every year sneakers lead the conversation and play big role in the fashion culture. Which brand do you think had the biggest year? Can you get around and beat the heat that came from Nike? Adidas? or was it something else? These are some of the most hyped and favorite releases of the year. There were some clear standouts, so hit the jump to weigh in below. Read more…
Like every year sneakers lead the conversation on multiple websites and this year sneakers played a big role in the fashion culture for 2016. Which brand do you think had the biggest year? Can you get around and beat the heat that was adidas with their YEEZY, BOOST and NMDs? or was it the classics and the retro releases that grabbed your attention? or was it something else? These are some of the most hyped and favorite releases of the year in conclusion with hits on this site, comments on social media and more. Hit the jump and weigh in. Read more…
2015 was also a big year from shoes and, at least while I have been paying attention, one of the most opinionated years as well. Certain brands have made huge strides to climb to the top of the ladder while others have sat back and collaborated with artists, brands and designers or brought back classics while still having a shot at the throne because of a household name. These are some of the most hyped releases of the year in conclusion with hits on this site, comments on social media and more. Hit the jump to check out the list and weigh in on what you think. Read more…
Black Friday has traditionally been one of the most important days in the year for brands to gauge market interest ahead of the lucrative holiday season, and 2015 is no different. On Friday, the biggest players in footwear will bring out the big guns to try and have as much of the pie as possible, with Nike set to drop seven new models on the day. HYPEBEAST have taken the liberty to gather the most newsworthy releases here in one place for your consideration, so CLICK HERE and prepared to dive into the fray once the clock strikes midnight.
This year has been a great year for sneakers! With only a week left in the 2013, we have put together a top 10 list featuring our favorite sneakers that have been featured on the website over the course of the year. Make sure you hit the jump to see our full list via Box Kev! Did your favorite make it? Find out below and stay tuned for more recaps over the course of our last week in 2013.[more…]
10. Air Jordan 11 Retro Black/Gamma Blue-Black-Varsity Maize
This retro features a black cordura and patent leather upper with Gamma Blue Jumpman Branding. Varsity Maize provides subtle detailing on the tongue and heel. A blue-tinted translucent outsole caps off the look below.
Released Dec 21st
9. Air Jordan 5 Retro 3Lab5 Cement Grey/Gamma Blue-Black
The Air Jordan III meets the Air Jordan V on this Air Jordan 5 Retro 3Lab5. Coming in a cement grey, gamma blue and black colorway, they feature an all cement grey-based upper with gamma blue and black accents.
Released Sep 21st
8. Air Jordan 4 Retro Fire Red/White-Black-Cement Grey
Dubbed “Toro” by some due to its resemblance to the 2009 “Toro Bravo Pack” Retro 5. Fire Red nubuck with white, black and cement grey accents.
Released Jul 13th
7. Air Jordan 5 Retro White/Varsity Maize-Varisty Royal-Black
For the first time since 2000, the “Laney” Air Jordan 5 is made its way back to retail. Inspired by Michael Jordan’s high school in Wilmington, North Carolina, the classic Retro+ colorway sports a white leather upper with maize and royal accents, a black inner lining, ’23’ embroidery on the heel and translucent rubber outsole.
Released Nov 2nd
6. Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG Black/Varsity Red-White
Last released as the “Banned” edition through Nike outlet stores in 2011, the classic Jordan I will make its return in original form with a true high cut and black/red taking over their upper. Making them that much better, they’ll also sport Nike Air branding, and no Jumpman logos.
Released Dec 28th
5. Air Jordan 4 Retro Black/White-Cool Grey-Pure Platinum
This Air Jordan 4 Retro is a part of the “Fear” Pack. They come in a black, white, cool grey and pure platinum colorway. A limited QS (quickstrike) edition
Released Aug 24th
4. Nike Air Max ’90 Premium Black/Black-Chlorophyll-Infared
After being released in Japan, the “Black Duck Camo” Atmos x Nike Air Max ’90 dropped stateside. A premium edition, they come in a black, chlorophyll and infrared colorway. Featuring a unique duck camouflage print throughout the upper.
Released Nov 27th
3. Nike Air Max 1 FB “Yeezy”
This year has seen its share of Air Yeezy dubbed colorways from the Roshe Run FB to theRoshe Run Mid “Tokyo”. This sneaker got the Yeezy treatment in the form of Nike Air Max 1. While we’re dubbing it the “Yeezy”, it is actually inspired by a shoe from the Nike Football FC247 Collection. The the upper takes on a somber black design, the design is livened up through the use of fresh mint and pink flash tones.
Released April 20th
2. Air Jordan 13 Retro White/Black-True Red
Originally released in 1997 and again as part of the X/XIII Countdown Pack in 2008, the Air Jordan 13 returned in White/Black-True Red again this year.
Released March 16th
1. Air Jordan 3 Retro ’88 White/Fire Red-Cement Grey-Black
To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Michael Jordan winning the 1998 Slam Dunk Contest, Jordan Brand re-released the Air Jordan 3 Retro in a true-to-the-OG Air Jordan 3 Retro ’88 version. For the first time since the 2001 black and cement grey Air Jordan 3 Retro, “Nike Air” is back. Coming in the same colorway MJ wore during the contest, white and cement grey.
Like every year sneakers lead the conversation and play big role in the fashion culture. Which brand do you think had the biggest year? Can you get around and beat the heat that came from Nike? Adidas? or was it something else? These are some of the most hyped and favorite releases of the year. There were some clear standouts, so hit the jump to weigh in below. Read more…
Like every year sneakers lead the conversation on multiple websites and this year sneakers played a big role in the fashion culture for 2016. Which brand do you think had the biggest year? Can you get around and beat the heat that was adidas with their YEEZY, BOOST and NMDs? or was it the classics and the retro releases that grabbed your attention? or was it something else? These are some of the most hyped and favorite releases of the year in conclusion with hits on this site, comments on social media and more. Hit the jump and weigh in. Read more…
2015 was also a big year from shoes and, at least while I have been paying attention, one of the most opinionated years as well. Certain brands have made huge strides to climb to the top of the ladder while others have sat back and collaborated with artists, brands and designers or brought back classics while still having a shot at the throne because of a household name. These are some of the most hyped releases of the year in conclusion with hits on this site, comments on social media and more. Hit the jump to check out the list and weigh in on what you think. Read more…
Black Friday has traditionally been one of the most important days in the year for brands to gauge market interest ahead of the lucrative holiday season, and 2015 is no different. On Friday, the biggest players in footwear will bring out the big guns to try and have as much of the pie as possible, with Nike set to drop seven new models on the day. HYPEBEAST have taken the liberty to gather the most newsworthy releases here in one place for your consideration, so CLICK HERE and prepared to dive into the fray once the clock strikes midnight. 
The Air Jordan III meets the Air Jordan V on this Air Jordan 5 Retro 3Lab5. Coming in a cement grey, gamma blue and black colorway, they feature an all cement grey-based upper with gamma blue and black accents. 
After being released in Japan, the “Black Duck Camo” Atmos x Nike Air Max ’90 dropped stateside. A premium edition, they come in a black, chlorophyll and infrared colorway. Featuring a unique duck camouflage print throughout the upper.
