Gucci x Air Jordan 1 “Serpent” Slithers With Cool
Sneaker artist Raul Escobar, also known as @born2wincustom on Instagram, has dared to imagine what a Gucci x Air Jordan...
Caryn Ganess is a South African writer and pop culture commentator with a razor-sharp eye for sneaker trends and a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. Originally from the windy shores of Port Elizabeth, Caryn graduated cum laude with an Honours Degree in Psychology — a background that now fuels her captivating explorations of human behavior, fashion, and fandom.
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Sneaker artist Raul Escobar, also known as @born2wincustom on Instagram, has dared to imagine what a Gucci x Air Jordan...
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Although next year already boasts an impressive lineup of collaborative releases, Jordan Brand has yet another special project up its...
Next year marks the 40th Anniversary of the Air Jordan brand, and several iconic colourways are set for a triumphant...
As Fall approaches, rich brown tones are once again making their appearance across Jordan Brand's sneaker lineup. One such release...
Every now and then, a stunning Formula 1 car becomes the muse for some truly extraordinary sneaker design. The custom...
Jordan Brand continues to expand its beloved Air Jordan 4 lineup, and we're thrilled about the latest addition slated for...
Sneaker designer Dariyn Enriquez has crafted a sensational pair of Gambit x Air Jordan 1 sneakers, paying tribute to the...
As a reggaeton superstar and a member of the Jordan family, J. Balvin consistently dons some of the most exclusive...
With the exciting release of the new animated film Transformers One scheduled for September 2024, we're eagerly anticipating more thrilling sneaker collaborations...
Sneaker artist John Trottier has once again turned his creative eye to Travis Scott's first signature sneakers for a fresh makeover. Though...
The long-awaited return of the Air Jordan 3 "Black Cat," a sneaker inspired by Michael Jordan's renowned nickname, is here...
The hits keep coming for Jordan Brand's spectacular 2025 line-up. Alongside hotly-anticipated drops like the Air Jordan 1 "UNC Reimagined"...
Jordan Brand is introducing another "Metallic Zinc" colourway to the Air Jordan 1 range, but this time in a low-top...
Jordan Brand's Reimagined series has already revitalised several classic Jordan colourways, and next year, it's the turn of the Air...
Jordan Brand has a remarkable array of retro releases set for 2024. From the eagerly awaited return of the Air Jordan...
A classic from Michael Jordan's Player Exclusive collection is set to drop in 2025. The "Bred" Jordan 11 Lows, famously...
Toile de Jouy may have been around for some centuries, but lately, it's been making quite the splash in sneaker...
It's hard to argue against the timeless appeal of black and white on sneakers, especially when they feature the unique...
Jordan Brand is setting the stage for a stellar year of releases in 2025. With a slew of anticipated collabs...