12/05/2010

Nike - Zoom LeBron VII PS MVP

Heat and ice have merged together in the new Nike shoe that was designed by basketball star LeBron James. The Nike Zoom LeBron VII PS MVP sneaker is a slightly altered verion of the LeBron VII sneaker. This is a shoe that features all of the impressive design qualities of the original shoe but with a unique alteration in its colors. It is a shoe that James fashioned during the 2010 NBA playoffs and is now available to the public.

Nike Zoom LeBron VII PS MVP

The sneaker offers a blue fabric area along its upper area. This area is accented with a yellow Nike swoosh that has a crimson red outline to it. The LB circle logo is yellow and white and can be found on the back. The back of the sneaker also features a fashionable yellow and crimson red “Witness” wordmark. The base of the sneaker is completely white and is made out of durable leather.

LeBron James Sneakers - Nike Zoom LeBron

The sole of the shoe has a sparkle effect with colors that are consistent to what is featured on the top of the shoe. The sole is also translucent in its texture. The inside part is also crimson red in color and is incredibly soft for one’s comfort.


11/29/2010

Converse - X SAK

Converse has joined together with Japanese fashion designer Ryusaka Hiruma to create the Converse X SAK series of sneakers. These sneakers are ones that are not only comfortable shoes for jogging but are also some of the fanciest shoes that a person can wear for all sorts of different outdoor casual activities.

Converse X SAK white

A Converse X SAK sneaker can be seen with an impressive leather finish. This leather finish features a tan, white or black color along with an occasional tan toe cap for the lighter colors. A tan sole can be found on the bottom of each shoe. All logos on the shoes are printed in ink and

Converse X SAK black

A notable feature of these sneakers is that of the designs and hand stitched patterns that the sneaker use. Some of the patterns work with a large middle base and a short toe area. This is used to create a design that is somewhat reminiscent of the original Chuck Taylor design that Converse has used for years. Other patterns work with the shorter height that the One Star series of Converse sneakers has featured in the past.

X SAK - Converse Design

This line of sneaker can be found at a variety of Converse concept stores. A pair of these will cost about six to eight hundred dollars in most cases.

Converse - Old School Sneakers - X SAK


10/11/2010

Lacoste - X Bodega

Lacoste and Bodega collaborated to produce the Esteban sneakers. This makes it the first collaborative work done between these two companies. These Esteban sneakers were inspired by the Native American culture and features matte brown Nubuck leather for its upper material. The soles are dark tan in shade color and its tongue is made from brown leather with the Bodega name embroidered on it. Traditional Native American textiles and prints are a feature of its collar lining and these shoes come with three sets of laces.

Lacoste X Bodega

The Esteban sneakers are built to withstand harsh weather conditions and can be used on rough/rugged terrain. This shoe takes its coloring from the Native American clothing and cultural heritage. The Esteban was designed especially to pay homage to the Native American culture and these shoes are a limited edition with only 250 pairs made. Lacoste teamed up with the Boston retailer, bodega to bring to life rugged leather footwear that can withstand tough conditions.

Top Sneakers: Bodega Lacoste

These sneakers can be worn either with the hi-top in place or rolled down to ensure for more ventilation and ease of use. The Lacoste X Bodega Esteban is due to hit retail stores as from April 2010.

Lacoste X Bodega Esteban


Puma - Clyde Africa Pack

The new Clyde sneaker model with Africa pack created by Puma in collaboration with Clyde comes in two different colors. There is a black color model that makes the sneaker look sleek and cool and a jungle green color which gives the shoe a natural look and origin. The production of these shoes was inspired by Africa, particularly the wilds of the Serengeti safari. This sneaker features a specially woven geometric strip and eyelets which was inspired by the popular Ghanaian Kente silk fabric.

Puma - Clyde Africa Pack

These sneakers are made to suit rugged terrain and the scuffed midsole and outsole adds to its rugged design and gives it a sturdy appearance fitting for a safari shoe. The Puma Clyde sneakers come in hundred percent suede upper material and turquoise speckles along the lace holder sections and interior lining for the black colourway model.

Puma Clyde Africa

The Clyde logo is imprinted in gold on the side panel and this sneaker rests on a spotty vintage sole. The Puma Clyde Africa pack is simply made for the higher reaches of nature’s territories and relief features and the producers have it at the back of their mind that these shoes will have to take some punishment at some point.

Top Sneakers: Puma Clyde Africa Pack


Lacoste - Ogata Croc Myth India

The Lacoste sports brand has been around for over 75 years and is associated with crocodiles just like its logo depicts. Lacoste was founded by Rene Lacoste who at the time was a professional tennis player. Lacoste are releasing a collection of sneakers to celebrate the Lacoste legend and founder. This edition of sneakers (Crocodile mythology-Myth Vs Legend) is based on crocodile mythologies around the world. Crocodile mythologies of Egypt, Papua New Guinea, Japan, India and New York amongst others are represented in this series and each myth is accompanied by a specially made sneaker to match. Each sneakers in this series is packaged in a special edition box and the Lacoste Ogata based on the Indian crocodile myth is no exception.

Lacoste - Ogata Croc Myth India

The Ogata India was inspired by the Mugger crocodile which played a vital role in the legend of Shankara, a Hindu philosopher. The Lacoste Ogata’s ornate stitching and bright pink colorations are characteristics of the Hindu temples and local textile colors respectively. The entire Lacoste crocodile myth sneaker series are made up of nine sneaker styles based on different cultures around the globe. Each sneaker type has its own story adapted from a particular myth for the major tennis brand shoe that is the Lacoste Ogata and by extension, the Lacoste Crocodile Mythological sneaker series.

Ogata Croc Myth India by Lacoste


9/20/2010

Supra Skytop “Wino” Sneakers

A new sneaker color for the Supra Skytop sneakers has been released. This is the “Wino” color design. It is an appealing sneaker that has a unique color with a distinguishable design that is consistent with other Supra Skytop shoes. The “Wino” design features a full black canvas around the entire upper part. This area works with no contrasts outside of the metallic eyelets that the laces on the sneaker will go through. The canvas design is soft and comfortable. It is also very easy to maintain over time. The tongue of the sneaker is also wide and easily stands out over the laces.

Supra Skytop Wino

The stitching is also made with a series of fashionable shapes and with smooth toe caps. This is a great standard that people have come to expect with the Skytop series of shoes. The soles of the sneakers are unique as well. A gum sole with a tan color is used here. This is the main contrast that the shoe will work with. The sole is flat and smooth. It also features the traditional Supra box logo on the rear part. The colors of the sole and upper match together very well and make this shoe all the more impressive.

Sneakers - Supra Wino Skytop


Air Jordan 1 Phat Low Sneakers

The classic Air Jordan sneakers has been redesigned with a skateboarding flair to create the Air Jordan 1 Phat Low sneakers. This shoe was designed with skateboarding in mind above all things. It is a limited release shoe that is truly intriguing.
The Air Jordan 1 Phat Low sneaker features a black and white design with a blacktop-inspired base. This base features a predominantly white color with plenty of black lines around the surface.

Air Jordan 1 Phat Low

This is used to create a blacktop appearance to the sneaker. A black upper with a gray tongue accent with a red trim is also featured here. The design is one that makes this shoe truly unique. The sole of the shoe is also flat and features a white base with a gray bottom. This is used to add to the durability of the shoe. Another thing about the shoe is that it features additional padding materials on the tongue area. This is used to add to the comfort of the shoe. A surprisingly part of this shoe is that it is not as expensive as it sounds like it could be. The shoe has a suggest retail price of a little under a hundred dollars. Many retailers can offer this shoe for seventy dollars.

Top Sneakers: Jordan Phat Low


Air Jordan 2010 x Undertow - Amazing Limited Edition Sneakers

Undertow, a grouping of artists based out of the Portland area, has created a sneaker for the Air Jordan brand that was auctioned off in a charity auction recently. The Air Jordan 2010 x Undertow sneakers is based on the original Air Jordan 2010 sneaker that has been out on the public market for a while. The Air Jordan 2010 x Undertow shoe features a unique appearance. The main feature of the sneaker is the silver and gray metallic finishes on the sides with bubbles on their patterns.

Air Jordan 2010 x Undertow

The design is an amazing look that merges in perfectly with the white upper with bubbles. A series of light blue accents can be found on the outside of the sneaker. These accents can be found on the laces, backs and soles of the shoes. The accents on the soles merge very well with the white texture designs on the sides of the soles. This creates a design that is incredibly fashionable for anyone to take a look at. The shoe was auctioned off in a charity of the St. Mary’s Home for Boys. This Portland charity works with a series of development programs for young men who are at risk in society.

Top Sneakers: Air Jordan Undertow


9/07/2010

Converse - Wade Slash

The Converse Wade Slash is notorious for being the first none signature, none team Wade basketball sneakers made by Converse. Although inspired by the Miami Heat basketball star, Dwayne Wade, Converse has kept the Wade Slash clean of signatures. The slash tag attributed to the shoes is akin to the explosive playing nature of Dwayne Wade. The sneaker features built-in fit system which enhances stability on the court and provides a perfect personalized fit.

Converse - Wade Slash

The Converse Wade Slash comes in four distinct colourways which include; white and Carolina blue; black and silver; white, black and red and black, red and yellow. The Wade Slash improves in functionality and ease of use with a lightweight upper design which makes it a typical speed sneaker built for fast players; a typical example being Dwayne Wade himself. The Converse Wade Slash also gathers off-court appeal that makes it a fashionable shoe and it can hold its own in social gatherings.

Top Sneakers: Wade Slash - Converse

This sneaker has Velcro straps running from the tongue to its sides which help to improve stability and a heel notch to keep the heel in place over the foot bed. Its rubber outsole is texturized to improve on its flexibility and durability.


Air Jordan - 6 Retro “LAKERS”

The Air Jordan 6 Retro “Lakers” is the latest of the air Jordan sneakers and is dedicated to the Los Angeles Lakers. It comes in a distinct Lakers colourway and continues the release of the Air Jordan 6 basketball sneakers in 2010. This model basketball shoes come in an upper black suede material combined with a 3M reflective material.

Air Jordan VI Retro Lakers

Its midsole are black and the outsole comes in a contrasting icy clear color. In the contrast stitching on the upper part and its embroidery on the heel, the Lakers colors appear and give these sneakers an undeniable theme that depict the full blown features of a basketball accessory. Particularly made for on-court use, the Air Jordan 6 retro will still attract attention in a party or social function.

Top Sneakers: Jordan 6 Retro

The Air Jordan 6 Retro “Lakers” are billed to be the fifth colourway of Michael Jordan’s sixth signature sneaker released in 2010. The last released colourway was the Air Jordan 6 Retro “Detroit Pistons.” The Air Jordan 6 retro “Lakers” are scheduled to be released on the 15th of May 2010 and will pay tribute to the Los Angeles Lakers, the basketball team Michael Jordan won his first championship with.

Michael Jordan Sneakers - 6 Retro Lakers


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