This week we are joined by Eric Ng to chat about his Sneaker Eulogy series and what it is like staying in Warsaw, Poland during this pandemic.
His miniature water colour artwork is spectacular.
You can check out his work on his Instagram @perfectlynormal.co
Tokyo Olympics have been postponed for 1 year for obvious reasons.
COP OR DROP?
Would you COP or DROP the following items?
General rules are:
Money is no problem for copping them but you are NOT allowed to resell the item - you would be basically wearing/using/displaying it.
There is no purchase limit.
Air Jordan 5 Retro 'Fire Red' OG
Release Date: April 25, 2020
Retail Price: 200 USD
Style Code: DA1911-102
Retail Price: 200 USD
Style Code: DA1911-102
Air Jordan 4 Metallic Pack
DJ Khaled teased the upcoming Air Jordan 4 “Metallic” pack during a house meeting with Jordan Brand.
What it looks like if you have a partnership with Jordan Brand and they have a meeting at your place.
Air Jordan 1 Obsidian
Would you try and keep the paramedics from cutting these Jordans off your leg if you got hit by a car?
JORDAN DELTA SP SAIL
Edison Chen revealed the "000 23 / DELTA" Air Jordan React Model
150 USD
AVAILABLE 4/18 AT 7:00 AM
The Jordan Delta SP combines plush support with responsive cushioning to give you the best of both worlds. The shoe’s glove-like fit gets better with each wear, forming a unique fit with your feet, with React foam giving you an ultrasoft feel underfoot. Lightweight material on the upper adapts to your every step, making this style an everyday staple.
The entire package is reinforced by fully transparent, flexible TPU overlays across the silhouette. This version comes covered in shades of sail, white and photo blue.
OFF-COURT BASKETBALL SHOES ROOTED IN THE '90S
Pharrell Williams brings his playful energy to an adidas basketball-inspired design with a stretch woven upper that pulses with color. A reflexology print on the sockliner reminds you everything is connected.
Zip and lace closure with hook-and-loop adjuster
Stretch woven upper with leather details
Boost midsole
Pharrell Williams reflexology sockliner
200 USD
RETRO-STYLE HOOPS SHOES CO-CREATED WITH PHARRELL WILLIAMS.
Blend the blacktop and the street in style. These adidas basketball shoes update a retro hardwood look with Pharrell Williams' creative designs. Midsole cushioning returns energy as you move from a pick-up game to whatever comes next that day.
Regular fit
Lace closure
Boost midsole
Sculpted rubber outsole
Product color: Yellow Tint / Chalk Coral / Trace Purple
180 USD
Nike Zoom Freak 1 "Cream City"
LEAKED Nike Zoom Freak 2
Nike Kyrie 6 “Mamba Mentality”
Travis Scott x Nike Air Max 270 React
The upper of the shoe features a beige technical mesh base accented by wavy overlays, padded terry cloth ankle collars and contrasting brown nubuck toe caps. A grey tongue and surrounding panels, along with contrasting red eyelets further dress the upper.
Branding elements come in the form of Air Max 270 React tongue tabs, Swooshes found on the lace holder, toe, heel and midsole, along with printed insoles and Cactus Jack embroidered heel tabs. Finally, elevating the shoe is a yellowed React/Air Max midsole paired with rubber outsole segments.
Reportedly priced at $190 USD and is rumoured to release April 10th.
adidas x Jonah Hill Superstars
Hand-written script embroidery on the heel counter, stitching on the heel tab and a stitching effect on the laces.
Released in Thailand.
4,500 Baht ($140 USD approximately)
Off-White™ ODSY-1000 Slides
Priced at $370 USD
Reminded Noel of this ad that aired in Australia back in the 90's for Maseur massage slippers.
Fear of God Essentials' Luxe Converse Chuck 70 Collaboration
In muted colorways such as “Black/Egret” and “Ivory/Black,” with another pair in “Tan” also expected to drop.
Retail is set for $110 USD per pair.
Stüssy & Nike Air Zoom Spiridon Caged 2 Collaboration
The shoes retail at $160 USD, while prices for the apparel and accessories have yet to be announced.
KNORVA Bucket Hat by IKEA of Sweden
Easy to carry with you.
Blue. One size.
Real reviews from the IKEA US online store.
SUPREME‘s Double Stuf Oreo
One of the brand’s most hyped Spring/Summer 2020 collaborations, the streetwear giant teased the anticipated cookie on Instagram.
The treat, which is made of red cookies baked with the Supreme box logo at the center, was previously listed on eBay for more than $15,000 USD.
The announcement on Supreme's Instagram was modeled by Instagram celebrity Bread Face @breadfaceblog who is famous for smushing her face into assorted bread based products like donuts, hot dog buns, etc...
Here's @breadfaceblog smushing her face into the famous beignets at Cafe du Monde in New Orleans.
【CONVERSE TOKYO × Ceramic Japan x .blink】ALL-STAR HIフラワーベース
On the Converse Japan Online Store retailing at ¥9,900 / Approx 90 USD
atmos Air Max Day 2020 Duck Camo Capsule Collection
NIKE AIR MAX 90 SP Black/Infrared
NIKE AIR MAX 2090 SP Black/Infrared
NIKE AIR MAX 2090 SP Black/Infrared
atmos is also Celebrating Air Max Day With "Duck Camo" Transformers Figure
Those interested will need to enter a raffle for a chance to win the collectible figure. The lottery ends on March 24, 11:59 PM GMT+9, where the lucky winner can purchase it for a price of ¥20,900 JPY (approximately $185 USD)
Check out the entire release on Atmos Japan here.
THE STORY OF AIR MAX: 90-2090 DOCUMENTARY
In celebration of Air Max Day 2020, Nike has released a special The Story of Air Max: 90-2090 documentary. Tracing the evolution of Air Max from its genesis until the present day while focusing on the new Air Max 2090‘s direct connection to the classic Air Max 90, the film is a deep dive into the Swoosh’s most notable technology.
YEEZY BOOST 380 “Mist”
Also comes in family sizes so you can kit out your kids
Retail 220 USD
YEEZY BOOST 380 "Blue Oat"
"Blue Oat” features a dark brown upper with a vivid orange pattern overlaid onto it, along with a pinkish tan sockliner, giving the sneaker an earthy type of vibe overall - YEEZYMAFIA.com
YEEZY Foam Runner
Unveiled late last year in a clean white colorway, the adidas Yeezy Foam Runner has surfaced in a few more colorways since then.
Potential debut in Summer 2020 for a cool 75 USD.
Half Life: Alyx
A virtual reality game by Valve
Minimum system requirements:
OS: Windows 10
Processor: Core i5-7500 / Ryzen 5 1600
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Graphics: GTX 1060 / RX 580 - 6GB VRAM
VR Headset
If you already own a VALVE INDEX headset or controllers you'll get Half-Life: Alyx free, plus extra content.
Available on Windows & Linux for 59.99 USD on Steam
"Half-Life: Alyx is the best that VR, and Valve, have to offer" - Polygon
Oculus Rift, Valve Index & the HTC Vive
Virtuix by Omni
Nullspace VR Hardlight Suit for Haptic Feedback in VR on Kickstarter
RARE Classic Apple Sneakers
Pair of rare classic Apple sneakers which sold for $9,687.50 at auction this week.
These kicks were reportedly made as prototypes for Apple employees in the early 90s and never went on sale to the general public, making them an even more sought-after collectible today. Another pair fetched nearly $30,000 at auction in 2017, underlining just how much nostalgia these casual kicks can induce.
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