Nigo x Nike Deal Signed, Collaboration Coming
Japanese designer Nigo, the streetwear titan who founded Bape and Human Made and currently serves as artistic director for French fashion house Kenzo, is working on a collaboration with Nike, sneaker industry sources tell Complex. The deal between Nigo and Nike marks a shift for the designer’s footwear alliances; Nigo’s brands have worked extensively with […]
Bape and Adidas Launching New Collabs to Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Bape and adidas rework a classic In 2003, Bape and Adidas teamed up for the first time to release the “Super Ape Star,” sparking a partnership that would leave an imprint on the culture and endure two decades. This year not only marks the 20th Anniversary of the brands’ collaboration, but Bape itself is celebrating […]
What is the GOAT Sneaker? Sneakerheads Answer
And the GOAT sneaker is… Everyone has their pick for the greatest sneaker of all time. Would you go with the stylish Jordans and Air Force 1s? The old-school Vans and Converses? The comfy New Balances and Yeezys? Apart from style and comfort, sentimentality is also taken into account. Maybe Converse wins out due to […]
DBTK’s Vince Javier on Creating Hype Around The “Spark”
Mention Filipino sneaker culture; the first thoughts are Jordans, Air Forces, and Yeezys, models carried by big names such as Nike and adidas. The Philippines is a basketball country, so it makes sense that the most popular pairs are from brands that rep the love for the game. Like the rest of the world, international […]
The AVRYN Headlines adidas’ First Label in 50 Years
ICYMI, adidas launched the newly minted “Sportswear” collection, the brand’s first label in 50 years. The line, which joins the Performance and Originals labels, features trendy sportswear items curated towards “the next generation” aka the Gen-Zs. American actress Jenna Ortega serves as the brand ambassador, sporting the label’s debut drops, the AVRYN sneakers, and the […]
Harry Styles Drinks From His PHP 38K adidas x Gucci Gazelle Sneaker
If you’re going to do something absolutely disgusting, you might as well do it in style. Or at least we think that’s how the mindset goes. Harry Styles made the Internet go bonkers when he performed a “shoey” during a concert in Perth, Australia, one of the stopovers in his “Love On Tour.” The Australian […]
Sneak Peek: Commonwealth PH’s Entry at the adidas Consortium Cup
Adidas announced the Consortium Cup last February 15, a sneaker design tournament where 16 iconic sneaker stores are tasked to design an adidas model of their choice, ranging from the Gazelle, Samba, to Superstar. The first-of-its-kind tournament sees the likes of BAIT, Extra Butter, and Nice Kicks go head-to-head in a four-round knockout competition format […]
The Most Expensive Basketball Shoes You Can Buy In The PH
Happy 2023! With a new year, comes new resolutions including the infamous “new year, new me.” What’s a better way to kick off the next 365 days than by adding some grails to your sneaker rotation? It’s no secret that the Philippines is a country addicted to basketball culture. For reference, last weekend during Game […]
Five Best Filipino-Inspired NBA Sneakers
The Filipinos’ passion for basketball is unreal—and profitable—so it only makes sense that the global league would capitalize.
The 30 Most Influential Sneakers of All Time
Sneakers can influence design, fashion trends, trends in sports and then some. With that said, take a look at The 30 Most Influential Sneakers of All Time.
