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Month: April 2023
Why the Adidas Humanrace Samba “Colors by Pharrell” Collection spells the return of the Adidas Samba
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The Adidas Samba has been slowly but surely regaining mainstream attention, thanks to new fashion trends as well as Adidas’ clever marketing of the silhouette. A perfect shoe to pick up this summer, we would like to draw your attention to the latest Adidas Samba collection to release. Before delving deeper into its return to popularity.
The Shoe
Expected to release in the first week of May, the Adidas Humanrace Samba “Colors By Pharrell” collection will feature six brand new brightly coloured Adidas Sambas. Releasing globally in Yellow, Orange, Pink, and Lilac, whilst a green pair will be circulated behind closed doors to friends of the producer. The shoes will have a monochromatic look, with each shoe only rocking its given colour. Reminiscent of Pharrell’s “Supercolor” pack which featured several monochrome Adidas Superstars.
This comes shortly after two prior Pharrell x Adidas Samba releases, the Adidas Samba Pharrell Humanrace Black and White, which sported a more traditional look. And is expected to be closely followed by the release of three more monochromatic Sambas, coming in Black, White, and Terracotta.
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How we got here
The Adidas Samba benefitted greatly from the recent trend in what has been labelled “Bloke-core.” Referring to the style of football fans as far back as the late 70s, “Bloke-core” as it’s become known thanks to TikTok, began to pick up steam at the end of last year. Rocking retro football tops and vintage Adidas tracksuits, it mimics the style of football casuals. Adidas Samba’s, which have a strong presence within football fan culture, have seen a large increase in popularity thanks to such trends. Now not only amongst football crowds also amongst fashion fans and sneaker fanatics too.
So, with this shift in style towards the Samba, Adidas has been doing everything it can to promote the model. Most notably in its collaboration with designers Wales Bonner, Kith and JJJJound. Whilst the former name has helped the shoe resurface as part of this new wave of fashion-forward bloke-core, the latter two names have been instrumental in popularising several shoes over the past few years. Take the Asics Gel Kayano 14 for example, which started to gain prominence last year thanks to its collaboration with JJJJound. So, whilst the Adidas Samba has already picked up traction, its pushes with collaborators like these that give a shoe’s resurgence mainstream attention.
But it isn’t just the Adidas Sambas that have been gaining popularity, other Adidas Originals like the Adidas Gazelles have become popular in the last year too. Thanks primarily to Adidas’ collaboration with the designer brand Gucci last year. Such a high-profile collaboration between two powerhouses of fashion was sure to draw people’s attention. And given the collection featured over 20 new Adidas Gazelle colourways, it’s easy to see why the silhouette has benefitted so much from this partnership.
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What to know
Whilst the Adidas Samba Pharrell Humanrace “Colors By Pharrell” collection won’t be released until the 6th of May; several stylish Sambas are already available to buy and sell on WOOVIN now!
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Jerry Lorenzo is finally making his return to sneakers
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Jerry Lorenzo, founder of the streetwear brand Fear of God, joined Adidas’ basketball team in 2020 as a creative and business strategy lead. This came after several high-profile collaborations with brands like Vans and Nike, and Lorenzo’s continued presence in the sneaker space for the best part of a decade. However, we have finally caught a glimpse of his latest endeavour. A Fear of God Adidas basketball shoe is on its way.
What does it look like?
The shoe looks to come in a high-cut sock-like upper, using neoprene around the collar, and a reinforced material around the heel. Three stripes are present on the sides of the shoe, simultaneously acting as a plastic cage to potentially offer some support when playing Basketball. The shoes come with laces and a toggle around the collar. Lastly, rubber encases the sole and extends partially onto the upper. We have currently caught a glimpse of two colourways of the model. The first comes in white with a black toe. And the second in a reverse colourway, dressed in black with an off-white toe and sole.
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News of this release comes shortly after images circulated of a rumoured Fear Of God Adidas basketball shoe in March. However, after Jerry Lorenzo put these rumours to bed, he conceded that the real Fear of God Adidas Basketball shoes would be unveiled alongside his brand’s 8th collection. Premiering at the Hollywood Bowl, with the likes of Ye, Pusha T and Sampha in attendance, Lorenzo announced his latest works to the world on April 19th. And whilst not getting its own grand reveal, the new basketball shoes played a significant role in the runway show Lorenzo put on.This comes shortly after the announcement of Fear of God x Birkenstocks, with a similar clean look but an ultimately very different overall aesthetic. The last true sneakers Fear of God released with another brand was their work with Nike. By creating new silhouettes, and refashioning older models, the collection saw mixed success. With the Nike Air Fear of God 1’s becoming a commercial success. Thanks to its athleisure look and icy blue Air Unit. The co-produced Nike Air Fear of God Moccasins and the Nike Skylon 2 Fear of God whites however were not met with the same level of praise.
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Fear of God’s latest sneaker for its part seems to continue from where the Air Fear of God 1 left off. With a similarly clean finish, high cut, and choice of materials, the shoe could potentially capture a similar audience. Whilst also bringing in a basketball audience thanks to the practical capabilities the basketball shoe will also possess. And after such a long period of anticipation around Jerry Lorenzo’s next project in sneakers, it’s likely the sneakers will be in high demand.
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We are yet to get a release date or any official information about the Adidas Fear of God basketball shoe. However, it will likely release soon alongside the rest of Fear of God’s 8th collection. When it does, you will be able to find them here at WOOVIN , to buy and sell with zero buyer fees.
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A look at one of the wildest releases this year
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A collaboration between the biggest sneaker markers in the game and a trendy new London streetwear brand. Founded by Clint419, Corteiz has been picking up steam in the streetwear scene. To the extent that big names like Drake, Skepta and Central Cee have all taken notice. Therefore, a sneaker collaboration only made sense. But the fact that it is with Nike is surprising, given they filed a lawsuit against the brand in 2021, claiming that Clint’s Corteiz branding was too close to their patented “Cortez” name. The two have clearly worked out their issues and have collaborated on 3 Air Max 95s. The first dropping in London, and then in New York. The last pair’s release in Paris was one of the wildest releases we’ve seen in a while.
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What happened?
The events unravelled similarly to the first two colorways, but this time taking place in Paris. A bus travelled around featuring Nike and Corteiz branding and brandishing the coordinates where the sneakers would become available. Videos have surfaced online of the bus being swarmed by fans. Whilst others show crowds running across the city in attempts to get their hands on the sneaker. The sneakers were sold out of co-branded vans filled with them. This came after a similarly impressive release occurred in London and New York. The latter of which featured a pop-up deli and a huge billboard in Times Square.
Although the sneakers have been extremely popular, the wild nature of their release has raised eyebrows. The release brought back the rush of getting sneakers in person but, also, the potential dangers such havoc could involve. Nike released a widely acclaimed commercial with Corteiz to announce their collaboration. The ad saw Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga hit a full-pitch trick shot. Filmed with basic recording equipment, the commercial was reminiscent of the Nike ads fans have grown up on. But there was an added twist with some London slang that brought the sneaker back to Corteiz’s UK roots. Fans were left impressed at how Clint419 had been granted so much creative control from such a big corporation.
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What do you need to know about the sneaker?
The Air Max 95 SP Corteiz Aegean Storm comes in a dark navy-blue leather upper, with a black mesh around the top of the sneaker. Black laces with an attached lace lock, a black tongue and a midsole added to the sleek aesthetic. Corteiz branding comes in the form of lighter-colored embroidery on the toe guard and on the heel. Whilst a simpler offering than many collaborations we have seen, the clean look makes the sneakers very wearable. Perfectly matching the aesthetic of Corteiz’s signature apparel.
The Nike Air Max 95 SP Corteiz Aegean Storm was released on the 15th of April. It’s now available to buy and sell at WOOVIN where we offer the latest sneakers at the best prices.
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Early contender for sneaker of the year? The Jarritos x Nike SB Dunk Low
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A collaboration between soft drink brand Jarritos and Nike may not have been what we were expecting. But, after the success of 2020’s Ben and Jerry’s Nike SB Dunk, this also doesn’t come as too much of a surprise. Jarritos translates in Spanish to “Little Jugs”, referencing the Mexican tradition of drinking from clay jugs. They are a popular brand of soft drink hailing from Mexico that have since had worldwide success, often featuring in Mexican restaurants in their many brightly colored flavours.
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What you need to know
In comparison to the bottles, however, the model will have a much more neutral look. The shoe comes in a white leather base with hemp overlays across the shoe. The swoosh comes in green, matching the outsole save for a touch of orange, which is also present in the stitching on the otherwise white midsole. Nike and Jarritos brandings are present in orange and green on the heel and tongue, and Jarritos’ signature jug is embroidered in green, pouring out an orange drink on the heel of the shoe. The Nike SB Dunk Low Jarritos will also come with three separate lace options: white, orange and green.
Whilst the sneakers have quite a tame look compared to their bottles, the colorful bottles are instead represented on the sneakers in the layer underneath. This is because the model features a wear-away upper. Either by manually using a precision knife or naturally from wearing your kicks, you can uncover an orange leather layer matching the bottle and Jarritos branding on the shoe. This is not the first time such a look has been used on the model though. The SB Dunk was originally made for skateboarding so a wear-away upper that rewards wearers using it for such purposes makes perfect sense.
Such a surprising release is sure to catch people’s attention, but it is the level of detail paid to the sneaker which has kept people interested. Moreover, the hemp overlays offer a more laid-back style that is more wearable on a day-to-day basis than a collaboration as wild as the Nike SB Dunk Low Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Dunky. Let’s just hope this Jarritos collab won’t be as rare.
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Where and when will it release?
The Nike SB Dunk Low Jarritos releases on May 6th at skateshops and on May 10th at the SNKRS app. After which, you could check out WOOVIN as your one-stop shop for all sneaker needs from trusted sellers.
A pair of Jordans just went for how much!
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Air Jordan’s have been sought-after products ever since their first release in 1985. But perhaps never as much as today, in an age of crazy sneaker spending. On the 11th of April, a pair of Air Jordan 13’s were sold by Sotheby’s for $2.2 million. The most spent on a single pair of sneakers ever! The pair, dressed in a bred colorway, were worn by Jordan in game 2 of the 1998 NBA Championships. Which Jordan and the Chicago Bulls would go on to win. The sneakers would then be signed after the game and given to a ball boy, who would pass it on to the previous owner who put it up for auction.
What previously held the title of the most expensive sneaker?
The Air Jordan 13 is by no means the first sneaker to reach seven figures. In 2021, Kanye West’s personal pair of Nike Air Yeezy’s from his 2008 Grammys performance, sold for $1.8 million. Bought by Rares.io, the sneakers put up for auction in 2022, hoping to achieve an estimated $2.5 million price tag. However, in the aftermath of Kanye West’s controversial statements in late 2022, the auction has been halted indefinitely. Whether the owners will see a return on their $1.8 million investment is yet to be seen.
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How does this sale compare to past Jordan memorabilia auctions?
Before this month, the most expensive Jordan was a pair of Nike Air Ships, which went for $1.47 million. Although not officially an Air Jordan, they were the sneakers Jordan wore for the first half of his rookie season. But outside of sneakers, Jordan’s most expensive piece of memorabilia was actually a jersey. Worn in the first game of the 1998 series, the jersey sold in 2022 for $10.1 million.
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And speaking of the Air Jordan 1, the most expensive was a game-worn pair of Chicago’s. Selling for $615,000 in 2020, the sneakers benefitted heavily off the back of the last dance documentary on Netflix. The highly acclaimed documentary following Jordan on his way to his sixth championship took Jordan’s nostalgia to an all-time high. But clearly, the price people were willing to pay to have a piece of Jordan’s story was even higher. This hype has also stuck around, however, hence the Air Jordan 13 becoming the most expensive sneaker ever. Its appearance on Jordan’s feet in the 1998 finals meant it tied into the story of the documentary. And the listing likely also benefitted from the auction coinciding with the release of “Air.” A movie dedicated to Nike’s endeavours to sign Jordan when he was a rookie.
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That said if you’re happy to forgo getting yourself the pair worn by Michael Jordan. The Jordan 13 Bred last released in 2017, and although selling out, have settled around 300 euros on the resale market. A slightly more reasonable price to pay for a bit of MJ magic!
Air: a sneaker story makes it to the big screen
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On the 5th of April, the movie “Air” launched worldwide. Bringing a niche sneaker story to the big screen in the form of a comedy-drama. Cleared by Kijkwijzer for all ages, the movie is set to have a wide appeal. But, whether you’re a film geek or a sneakerhead, here’s what you need to know.
What’s the film about?
Although the “Air” name and focus on the Air Jordan signature line would have you thinking the movie focuses on Michael Jordan, it rather follows the lesser-known characters in the story of securing Jordan’s rights for Nike. It will primarily follow Sonny Vaccaro, Nike’s marketing executive in 1984, as he chased down Jordan’s signature. Hence the movie’s tagline “Courting a legend.” In doing so, the movie will attempt to offer light on the characters who played a part in this story. For example, Phil Knight, Nike’s CEO, Jordan’s mother, and Peter Moore, who designed the Air Jordan 1 amongst others. The film offers just under 2 hours of entertainment, whilst also educating us on the story behind Air Jordan’s inception.
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Ben Affleck took the role of director on this film, while also casting himself as Phil Knight. He will star alongside long-time collaborator and friend Matt Doman, who will play Sonny Vaccaro. Other big names include Chris Tucker, Marlon Wayans and Jason Bateman. Viola Davis stars as Deloris Jordan, MJ’s mother, by request of the man himself.
Whilst based on a true story, Affleck has admitted there will be some factual differences to the real story. That said, Affleck aims to bring realness, free from idolization to the representation of the characters within the story. Depicting both positive and negative aspects of their personalities as they clashed heads and tried to find common ground. All of this has us excited to see sneakers on the big screen, in a thoughtfully created context.
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The Air Jordan 1 High will return this month in Celtic colors
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The Jordan 1 Retro High OG Lucky Green is releasing on April 15th. The second Jordan 1 release of the month is a new green, white and black Jordan 1. Paired with classic color blocking, few things can match the hype a Jordan 1 like this creates. On top for the last few years, Jordan isn’t slowing down their output any time soon. But, if we keep getting sneakers like the upcoming Jordan 1 Lucky Green, it’s hard to complain.
What you need to know
The sneaker comes in a white leather base, with black overlays on the toe guard, around the eyelets and collar. Green detailing is present around the top 2 eyelets on the collar, and on the heel guard. The sole is no different, the midsole covered in white, alongside a green outsole. The silhouette therefore effectively creates a Boston Celtics version of the iconic Jordan 1 Retro High Black Toe. This follows Jordan’s popular formula at the moment: to take popular color blocking from OG pairs and remaster them with new and refreshing colors. In doing so, offering something we know we like, but with enough change to keep us coming back.
This is the second time we have received a “lucky green” Jordan 1 High. The first released as a women’s exclusive, and without the black detailing present on this version. And before that, the pine green Jordan 1s were successful with a similar colorway and a darker shade of green detailing. But the 2023 “Lucky Green” 1s share the most in common with the Jordan 1 High Defining Moments Celtics pair. Featuring the same colorway and hue of green, the only difference is the model. Since the pair released in 2009, before the OG High version of the Air Jordan 1 was created. The main difference comes in the form of Jumpman branding on the tongue and heel. 2023’s version will therefore offer the same colorway but on the more popular OG High version of the Jordan 1.
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When will the sneakers become available
The Jordan 1 High Retro Lucky Green releases on April 15th in full family sizing and are now available to buy and sell here at WOOVIN. This is alongside our vast selection of Air Jordan 1s already listed on the site.
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CLOT finishes their run of Nike Cortez collaborations in style
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Hong Kong streetwear label, CLOT, is the latest brand to remix the Nike Cortez, 51 years after its original release. After two previous CLOT x Cortez releases, the collaboration will now take on the most famous Cortez colorway. Nicknamed the “Forrest Gumps,” the red, white and blue Cortez takes on a new life. This time homing in on its utility as a martial arts sneaker, rather than for its intended running shoe purposes.
What you need to know
The sneaker will feature a white leather upper, with a red swoosh and white and blue hits on the sole. The main difference about the sneaker is that it comes in two parts. The first is a standard leather upper attached to a thin outsole. Whilst the second part of the sneaker features a traditional Cortez outsole attached to a very low-cut neoprene bootie. The latter of which features a larger blue swoosh. Each part can function independently, with the bootie doubling up as a slip-on. Or they can be worn together for a more traditional Cortez look.
Laces are present on the leather upper piece, but an adjustable toggle is also available on the bootie. Otherwise, CLOT logos are present on the tongue tabs, and Chinese calligraphy spells out “Kung fu” on the heel tabs.
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The martial arts theme is something immediately obvious when the sneaker is worn with just the leather upper part. Since the lack of a midsole and retro leather style make it heavily resemble popular martial arts sneakers. The Onitsuka Tiger Tai Chi, for example. Moreover, this was also something emphasised in the previous CLOT release. Featuring black and yellow detailing, it referenced the iconic yellow and black sneakers martial arts icon Bruce Lee would rock.
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When will the sneaker become available?
The Nike SP CLOT Clotez will become available in the OG Cortex colorway on April 7th. However, until then, CLOT’s other successful collaborations with Nike are already available to buy and sell on WOOVIN now.
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Another Nike Dunk appears to pay homage to Jordan and his Bulls
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Once again, fashion and basketball come together in the latest rendition of a favourite
silhouette. The Nike Dunk Low will receive a Chicago Bulls-themed makeover. Referencing
the basketball team best known for their run with Michael Jordan through the 90s. But
twisting it to revitalise one of the most famous sneaker colourways. Here is what you need to know about the Nike Dunk Low Chicago Split.
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What does it look like?
The sneaker comes in a white leather upper, with red leather overlays across the sneaker. The
laces come in black, and the midsole is dressed in sail. However, the twist comes in the form
of a “split theme”. This theme becomes obvious on the outsole, which is white at the front
and black at the heel. Whereas the swoosh is black at the midfoot, but switches to white
around the heel. The branding also continues the split theme, with the tongue tag featuring
black thread sewn down the middle. And the heel tag features a half-bold white Nike logo,
and a half-italicised black Nike logo embroidered together.This follows on from the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro Chicago which released in late 2020, to much acclaim. Rocking the colourway of the Chicago Bulls, most famously worn on the Air Jordan 1. The sneaker was extremely popular. And it now looks like a similar colourway is making its way to the traditional Nike Dunk. Although originally made for basketball, this is only the second time the Dunk low has featured a Chicago colourway. Second only to the last year’s Nike Dunk Low EMB NBA 75th Anniversary Chicago. As well as the Chicago colourway first debuting on the Air Jordan 1, the split theme has also been used before on the Air Jordan 1. Take the Air Jordan 1 Homage to Home for example. Which featured half of the Bred colourway, and half of the Chicago colourway, split right
down the middle.
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When will the Nike Dunk Low Chicago Split become available?
We are yet to receive an official release date for the Nike Dunk Low Chicago Split. However,
since official images are now available, it likely won’t be long until the sneaker is officially
unveiled. When it does, be sure to check out WOOVIN, to buy and sell sneakers at the best
prices.
