After celebrating Independence day with a bevy of patriotic offerings, the sneaker world has turned its attention back to summer ready silhouettes and colorways.
Sports, basketball in particular, had a lot to celebrate this past week as New Balance immortalized Kawhi Leonard’s move to the LA Clippers with a special edition pair of his signature OMN1S silhouette decked out in the west coast team’s colors. Additionally soon-to-be rival LeBron James previewed a Los Angeles Lakers-themed Nike LeBron 3 during the NBA Summer League. Nike on the other-hand, launched a new pair of Mercurials just ahead of USWNT’s championship win at this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Footwear fans were also given a closer look at the COMME des GARÇONS x Air Jordan 1 Retro High, as well as sneak peeks at the forthcoming atmos x Nike Air Max 1 "Animal 3.0" collaboration and A$AP Nast’s Converse NST2. In terms of rumors, adidas Originals’ YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 could potentially drop in "Cloud White" and "Citrin" colorways this fall.
But perhaps the biggest news to hit the sneaker world over the past seven days is in regards to Nike and its controversial Independence Day-themed Air Max 1s. After being pulled for spotlighting the “Betsy Ross Flag,” a flag used during an era when slavery was still prominent in the country, the sneaker quickly ended up on resale sites such as StockX and sold for $2,500 USD a pair.
Now with a new week ahead of us, we present the latest installment of our weekly drops list, showcasing what’s to come from your favorite footwear brands. Take a look at the list below and let us know what releases you’re looking forward to.
New Balance "Liverpool Away" 997
Release Date: Available now
Release Price: $95 USD
Where to Buy: Select New Balance retailers and newbalance.com
Why You Should Cop: Liverpool fans can show their support both in the stadium and out on the streets. Dressed as the club’s 2019/20 Away jersey, the sneaker’s outfit takes on a more demure look than its usual bold red for those wanting to be more subtle about their fandom.
Nike Metcon 5
Release Date: Available now
Release Price: $130 USD
Where to Buy: Select Nike retailers and nike.com
Why You Should Cop: For all those fitness addicts out there, Nike’s latest boundary-pushing Metcon 5 silhouette has not only set out to improve your gym visits, but to also keep you looking stylish while you work out.
adidas Originals ZX Torsion BOOST
Release Date: July 11
Release Price: $140 USD
Where to Buy: Select adidas retailers and adidas.com
Why You Should Cop: The ZX Torsion BOOST is the perfect mix between vintage and modern, seeing as adidas’ OG track-and-field silhouette has been infused with its celebrated BOOST tech. Also perfect for those old school fashion lovers looking to spruce up their looks a bit.
adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Lundmark” Reflective
Release Date: July 11
Release Price: $220 USD
Where to Buy: Select North and Latin America adidas retailers, adidas.com and YEEZY SUPPLY
Why You Should Cop: Dressed in a light summer-ready colorway, this limited edition YEEZY release also boasts a reflective outfit that will be sure to turn heads. Additionally, the “Lundmark” Reflective will release in sizing for the whole family.
Chinatown Market x PUMA Collection
Release Date: July 11
Release Price: $220 USD
Where to Buy: puma.com
Why You Should Cop: PUMA’s Suede, Ralph Sampson Lo and STORM silhouettes get a playful update from the creatives over at Chinatown Market. Having already released via Chinatown’s website in late June, the collection, and its matching apparel range, will be dropping this week on PUMA’s site. Don’t miss your second chance.
Nike "Phantom Green" 2019 Zoom Series
Release Date: July 11
Release Price: €189 EUR for the Zoom Pegasus Turbo II (approx. $212 USD); €289 EUR for the ZoomX Vaporfly Next% (approx. $324 USD)
Where to Buy: Select Nike stockists
Why You Should Cop: The sneaker’s “Nike Phantom Glow” is an exclusive colorway to the Swoosh and won’t be found anywhere else. The pairs initially released for NikePlus members in mid-June, so here’s your chance to finally cop.
Nike React Runner ISPA
Release Date: July 12
Release Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: Select Nike retailers, nike.com and Nike’s SNKRS app
Why You Should Cop: Mashing a React Element 87 midsole with a perforated mesh upper, this aggressive looking React WR ISPA is perfect for the modern city dweller living an active life. Additionally, the model has been dressed in two summer-ready colorways of "Wolf Grey" and "Volt Glow."
size? x adidas Originals Marathon TR
Release Date: July 12
Release Price: £85 GBP (approx. $106 USD)
Where to Buy: size? locations and via its app
Why You Should Cop: Another exclusive size? model; add this to your rotation to be the talk of the town.
Stranger Things x Nike Collection Drop 2 “OG Pack”
Release Date: July 12
Release Price: $120 USD for each model
Where to Buy: Nike SNKRS app
Why You Should Cop: After a few push backs, you can now celebrate the return of Stranger Things with this trio pack that pays homage to 1985 and the hit Netflix sci-fi series. Unlike the initial drop, the Blazer High, Cortez and Tailwind have been decked out in red, white and blue to celebrate, the now passed, Independence Day.
adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Lundmark” Non-Reflective
Release Date: July 13
Release Price: $220 USD
Where to Buy: Select North and Latin America adidas retailers, adidas.com and YEEZY SUPPLY
Why You Should Cop: The non-reflective “Lundmark” also includes sizing for everyone in the family. Taking on a more demure look, these sneakers will surely be easy to incorporate into your usual rotation.
New Balance 997S
Release Date: July 13
Release Price: $120 USD
Where to Buy: Select New Balance retailers and newbalance.com
Why You Should Cop: NB’s signature 997 model has gotten a modernized update with an on-trend bulkier midsole. The enhanced silhouette is also outfitted in a range of bold colors options for the warmer days ahead.
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