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Month: March 2023
The Futura Off-White Dunks finally have a release date… sort of
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In 2019, Off-White revealed a particularly intriguing sneaker in their 2020 spring/summer collection, the Futura Off-White Dunks. On the surface, it shared many details with the Off-White Dunks that would go on to release that winter. But, on closer inspection, it contained the infamous markings of infamous artist Futura. There was no evidence of a public release until 2021, when Virgil Abloh’s website hinted at the shoe’s eventual arrival. Doing so by changing the shoe’s status to read “Actually pending.” Another 2 years later and we finally know how the shoes will see the light of day.
The shoes
The shoes come in two colorways, the first in blue and white, and the other in orange and navy. The pairs feature a tie-dye pattern on the lower layer, with Futura’s “doodle” markings present on top. Both pairs feature a second pair of laces, laced through eyelets popping out of the sides of the upper. Off-White’s classic markings are present on the medial side of the model, whilst Futura’s branding is present on the heel.
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Who is Futura?
Futura, is a legendary graffiti artist from the ’70s and 80s, who has maintained his notoriety through popular streetwear collaborations. Over the last 20 years, the New York artist has worked with everyone from Stussy to Uniqlo. However, he is best known in the sneaker world for his 2003 Nike SB Dunk. Revered as one of the best dunks to release, the shoe featured minimal branding. Instead, it used a wealth of materials colored in dark hues to create a shoe that mimicked an urban landscape. Whilst his latest dunk is much more vibrant, it’s been similarly popular within the sneaker space.Image: Soltheby’s
How will they release?
Although finally receiving a public release, unfortunately only 8 pairs are available. From April 5th to April 14th, the Futura Off-White Dunks will be available in a public auction, whereby all proceeds will go to the Virgil Abloh foundation. That said, all the original Nike Dunk Low Off-Whites are available to buy and sell now here at WOOVIN.
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A day to celebrate your sneakers, Air Max day is around the corner!
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Every year, on the 26th of March, sneaker fans celebrate Air Max Day. A day to celebrate Air Max, and the popularity of its revolutionary visible air unit. It’s celebrated on the 26th of March, the date the first Air Max 1 released. But the day isn’t just for the Air Max 1, with celebrations encompassing all following Air Max releases.
What’s releasing?
The headline sneaker for this year’s Air Max day will be the Nike Air Max 1 ’86 Big Bubble Sport Red. The realised creation of a 1986 prototype by designer Tinker Hatfield. As the name would suggest, the shoe is a take on the Air Max 1. However, with a larger visible Air bubble in the midsole. The revolutionary Air technology was a massive success when it was released. But it debuted with small air bubbles, that gradually became more outlandish as technology improved. The “Big Bubble” 1’s show what an Air Max 1 could’ve looked like if the technology was around in ‘87. Either way, the revamped Air Max 1 will soon see the light of day, and we are very excited. The shoe will debut in traditional red, white, and sail color blocking.
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The second brand-new sneaker to release on Air Max day is the Air Max Pulse. Almost functioning as an updated version of the Air Max 270. The Pulse features the same air bubble as the 270 in the heel, with an updated mesh upper, and leather mudguard. Given the number of Air Max 270s sold since their release in 2018, it makes sense for Nike to match the demand with another similar silhouette. And given the 270 first debuted on Air Max Day, it’s fitting the Air Max Pulse will too. It will come in a “phantom white” colorway that is predominantly white, save for a couple of red accents.
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Air Max Day itself
Both pairs will release on March 26th, likely alongside some Air Max-themed content from Nike to mark the occasion. It’s also worth checking out whether anyone in your local area is putting anything on for Air Max day. As sometimes interactive events are set up to take advantage of the sneaker-themed day and bring the local sneaker community together. But if this has reinvigorated your love of Air Maxes, check out our huge selection available on WOOVIN now.
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What’s going on with Drake’s new slides?
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It’s been a while since we discussed slip-ons and slides. For many, the novelty of luxury slides may be starting to wear off. But Drake and his NOCTA brand have plans to change this. Expected to release later this month are the NOCTA x Nike Swim Fins. They give slides an unconventional, but potentially practical, twist. In this new magazine article we will tell you all the ins and outs about Drake’s new slides.
What are they?
Made from flexible plastic, the slides come in a matte black finish. They are shaped like a slightly toned-down diving fin, wider at the toe and narrowing towards the heel. The slides have an open-toe box as is typical but come up to just below the ankle, adding some support and potentially making them fit for wearing in water. Nocta and Nike branding are both present on the top of the model, in a glossy black finish. Lastly, the only splash of color is on the turned-out heel tab, which features a light blue plastic tab.
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Our thoughts
A mix between conventional slide and scuba diving fins, the slides are part of NOCTA’s Turks & Caicos Spring collection. We wonder whether we’ll see some more colorways of the swim fins over the coming months, especially as we come into the summer. Turks & Caicos are a collection of islands situated between Florida and the Dominican Republic. They are a popular holiday destination for Americans due to their location and the number of scenic beaches. This context, therefore, helps to explain the point of the shoe, as its shape makes it wearable in the sea. But it also works as beachwear. That being said, compared to other slides, maybe it’s less suited for general use. But don’t let us stop you, there are no rules. If you want to get a pair of these swim fins and wear them about, that’s fine with us.
Already available in Turks & Caicos, Drake’s new slides will release elsewhere alongside the full NOCTA collection later this month. It’ll be interesting to see how the release will go, given the nature of the shoe. But Drake’s name attached to it will surely give it a significant boost.
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The Air Jordan 4 Pine Green has just been made skate-proof
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SB, Nike’s world renown skateboarding line, has remained relevant through the years thanks to the release of their SB Dunks. However, as they are expanding their catalogue, Jordan has permitted them to rework another classic Basketball shoe. This comes after an Air Jordan 1 SB was made a couple years ago. But this year, it’s the Air Jordan 4 Pine Green which will receive a skater-themed makeover.
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What you need to know about the shoe
Firstly, the shoe will come in a white leather upper, with a grey suede mudguard. Green accents are present on the heel tab, crown overlays and midsole. And the rest of the midsole is covered in white and paired with a gum outsole. Lastly, the Jumpman branding on the tongue comes in red on a white background.
However, to make the Air Jordan 4 Pine Green a viable skateboarding shoe, the shoe itself has been reworked. As well as for aesthetic reasons, the gum rubber adds some extra grip to the sneaker. And the upper’s plastic detailing comes in a softer, more flexible material to make the shoes feel less stiff. The shoes feature more padding around the heel and a more flexible heel tab on the back. Lastly, along with some other smaller changes to streamline the silhouette, a comfortable mesh has been used underneath the netting.
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Why this makes sense
Skateboarding culture and basketball culture are two of the largest influences on sneakers to this day. So, to bring the two together makes for a guaranteed hit. A pair of pine green Air Jordan 4s would sell out anyway. But with its SB detailing, this opens it up to a new audience of skateboarders. And the skateboarding-inspired changes, like the extra cushioning, may also make the sneaker fit the current trend in sneakers. Bulky, padded shoes are very popular right now, especially with the loose-fitting clothes of skateboard culture. And this pair will fit right in.
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When and where to find them
The Jordan 4 Retro SB Pine Green will have a staggered release starting on the 17th through to the 21st of March. As is common with the most popular SB models, it will have a very limited release. After its release, it will be available to buy and sell here, on WOOVIN.
Everything you need to know about the Nike Dunk Low Reverse Brazil
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Nike has gone through their extensive catalogue of Nike Dunk colorways, all to widespread acclaim. They have now started to bring back some of the most popular styles, but with the colors flipped. For example, the black and white Panda dunks saw their black and white detailing switched around on their reverse colorway. And, after similar releases of the UNC Low and Golden Highs, it’s now the Brazil Dunk’s turn with the release of the Nike Dunk Low Reverse Brazil.
What you need to know
The shoe will come in a green leather upper, with yellow leather overlays, inverting the original Brazil color blocking. Paired with a white midsole and a green outsole, the shoes laces, tongue tab and heel tab are all yellow. The simple colorway is reminiscent of the first Dunks in the 80s, fashioned on the colors of Nike schools.
Back in 2020, the Nike Dunk was just starting to make its comeback. The Off-White Dunks had just released, closely followed by Travis Scott’s SB Dunks which were even more popular. And Nike was ready to pounce on this new uptick in demand. One of the first few pairs they did this with was the return of a model first released in 2001. The Brazil Dunk. The shoe was a massive success, and this general release was evidence that the Dunk, not just on collaborations, but as a model, was officially back.
The release of a reverse colorway of Brazil brings back some nostalgia. Both regarding the success of the Nike Dunk during the 2000s. As well as the start of this current wave of Nike Dunk popularity, which we are still living through. Now those who missed out on the Brazil Dunks the first time around can claim its inverted brother. Which will also likely release in greater quantities.
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When and where will it release?
The Nike Dunk Low Reverse Brazil has had a staggered release worldwide, finally properly releasing on March 6th. Therefore, it is now available both to buy and sell right here at WOOVIN.
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The Air Jordan 12 Burgundy Crush: has A Ma Manière done it again?
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A Ma Manière, a sneaker and streetwear boutique based in Atlanta, America, has taken over the world. Through their collaborations with Jordan over the last few years, A Ma Manière has burst into the global sneakerscape. Originally making their name after a 2021 sneaker of the year candidacy with their rendition of the Air Jordan 3. A Ma Manière, after a slew of successful, follow-up releases, are now taking on the Air Jordan 12.
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About the shoes
Two models are being released. The first pair comes with a black finish on the base of the upper, and the second comes in white. Both pairs feature with burgundy detailing on the midsole and on the mudguard, which stretches around the lateral side of the shoe. Otherwise, the shoes feature waxed laces and chrome eyelets around the collar of the shoe. A Ma Manière branding is on the tongue of the left shoe, alongside the Jumpman logo on the right.
Although a highly successful model, the Air Jordan 12 hasn’t been at peak popularity over the last few years. Its bulky boot-like structure has rendered the model harder to wear outside of the winter months. But there is a lot of love for the model. Many Jordan fans swear by its comfort, durability and performance as a basketball shoe in comparison to the other retroes.
So, have A Ma Manière done it again? Have they created another cult classic model? Well, the public reaction to the shoe’s release is yet to have fully been seen. But A Ma Manière has kept the model in keeping with their recent slew of burgundy collaborations. The shoe maintains the boutique’s signature aesthetic, and their use of premium materials. All of which will set the shoe up as another success for the Atlanta boutique.
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How can you get your hands on them?
After images circulated late last year, the Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Manière Black released late last month. And the Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Manière White released a week later. Both pairs in full family sizing and are now available to buy and sell here at WOOVIN.Image: Sneaker Baron