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For 5K/10K usage Nike has continually pushed the boundaries of running. After all, the company's origin as Blue Ribbon Sports is rooted in track, thanks largely in-part to co-founder, Bill Bowerman. After the BREAKING2 campaign where the Swoosh successfully aimed to design a silhouette capable of allowing runners the necessary support to run a marathon in under two hours – the company reins it all the way in and has designed a model for 5K/10K runners. For those unaware of the math, a 5K is 3.1 miles and subsequently a 10K is 6.2 miles; relatively short distances for experienced runners. Falling with in the ZoomX line – the StreakFly varies from its predecessors in the VaporFly and AlphaFly. And thanks to an Engineered Mesh upper, the silhouette is one of the Swoosh's lightest – 185 grams (men's size 10) and 155 grams (women's size 8) for reference. The ZoomX StreakFly will release its initial offering in February to the tune of $160.

Since joining forces with the Three Stripes, Sean Wotherspoon has found a perfect harmony in terms of creativity and sustainability. The Superturf Adventure is a rare quadruple branded collaboration between Wotherspoon, Atmos, adidas and Disney cameo, thanks to Jiminy Cricket. The latter who reminds everyone to recycle – as the project itself is a connection to nature, sustainability and an entirely vegan design. Twenty-percent of the silhouette's upper is constructed from a minimum of 50-percent recycled materials. The Superturf Adventure joint effort lands on Friday, January 21. Purchase will be made available via select retailers and sign-up via the adidas Confirmed app. Sean Wotherspoon x Atmos x adidas Superturf Adventure Stone/Core Black-Power Red GW8810 1. 21. 22. $160

Sneakers in the Metaverse "StockX was built on stock market mechanics to provide buyers with seamless access to in-demand products and unlock economic opportunity for sellers." – Scott Cutler, StockX CEO We're officially seeing the advent of the footwear industry and sneaker culture in Web 3.0. One of the major storylines we previewed for 2022 was just how brands will utilize the Metaverse; with StockX officially entering the fray. On Tuesday, StockX introduced NFTs to the platform which already was ahead of the curve a decade ago under their previous alias, "Campless". These NFTs will be exclusive to StockX as their own brand of "Vault NFTs". The digital variant is tied to a physical item in stock at StockX's facilities and minted on the Ethereum blockchain as ERC-1155 tokens; therefore as owner you will have both the real and digital item. Benefits to the Vault NFT will reduce time spent in the selling, buying, authentication and delivery process – and eliminates the fees associated with authentication and shipping. Additionally, Vault NFT owners may receive exclusive access to StockX releases, promotions and events as part of ownership. To learn more about StockX entering the Metaverse and the current stock of in the Vault, follow the link.

Virgil Forever. Louis Vuitton and Nike are moving forward with the intended release of their collaborative Air Force 1, curated by the late, Virgil Abloh. His vision and unwavering spirit to shifting boundaries and reimagining possibilities is on full display in this posthumous project. As penned when Abloh's passing was announced in late November, Virgil challenged everything and won. As revealed in the summer of 2021, the Air Force 1 mega-collaboration still awaits release, however pairs across the vast color pallet are being delivered to friends and family. However, 200 pairs of a special iteration will be released via auction in partnership with Sothebys and proceeds will benefit Abloh's "Post Modern" Scholarship Fund, which launched in 2020. Thus continuing his mission to provide resources, aid and education to Black students in fashion. The monogram, Damier printed Louis Vuitton x AF1 is a beautiful articulation of luxury anchored with Virgil's stylistic OFF-WHITE calling cards; from the vertical tongue tag to the tab below the Swoosh, "AIR" emblazoned above the AIR on the midsole and quotations on the shoelaces. Housing the AF1 is a leather monogram case in a sultry Nike shoebox orange and white Swoosh leather hangtag. The Sothebys auction will run from January 26 through February 8, ranging from men's sizes 5-18. first reported via WWD & images via Louis Vuitton

Upgraded for the 35th anniversary Tinker Hatfield's Nike Air Trainer 1 is getting an extreme makeover. Upgraded with a rough-and-tough look, the model goes from cross-trainer and ventures into ACG territory (sort of). Armed with an utility strap and buckle at the forefoot; the exterior is covered in an abstract 3M reflective design. Spread across three colorways, the latter 'Coriander' having dropped in mid-February. We're still awaiting the remaining two drops, will you be looking to grab these retooled Bo Jackson classics? Nike Air Trainer 1 Utility "Dark Smoke Grey" Dark Smoke Grey/Black-Iron Grey-Off Noir DH7338-001 3. 17. 22. $150 Nike Air Trainer 1 Utility "Honeydew" Light Smoke Grey/Honeydew-Particle Grey DH7338-002 4. 14. 22. $150 Nike Air Trainer 1 Utility "Coriander" Coriander/Ashen Slate-Wheat-Light Sienna DH7338-300 2. 11. 22. $150

Restock season! You want more Yeezy Boosts ... you got more Yeezy Boosts! adidas is restocking the 'Blue Tint' Yeezy Boost 350 V2 this weekend at select adidas Originals retailers. Having initially released in December 2017 and retains its original motif from that drop a quick five years later. With its icy blue tinted Primeknit constructed upper to the Hi-Res Red SPLY-350 plastered across the lateral quarter wall, the colorway's restock is a pleasant early 2022 gift. You can sign-up to enter the raffle to purchase via the adidas Confirmed app. Stay with Sole-U via Twitter to learn of additional retailers supporting the drop. Will you be looking to cop for the first time or double up? adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 "Blue Tint" Blue Tint/Grey Three-Hi-Res Red 1. 22. 22. $230

Teaneck's finest Packer Shoes is no stranger to collaborations, especially ones with Reebok and particularly on the Allen Iverson signature line. The Teaneck, New Jersey storefront famously worked on a duo of Reebok Question projects a decade ago. Here, in the present day ... Packer is collaborating on the once again returning Reebok Answer IV, but switching up the engineering on the early 2000s signature. Taking inferred cues from Prada and their Americas Cup silhouette, this Answer IV is comprised of a leather based and mesh underlay construction and color scheme that will ultimately raise an eyebrow. However, as Packer places it – inspiration is derived from Iverson's innate fashion sense, mirroring the '90s and '00s and heralding him as the icon that he is. Release is slated for Friday, January 21st to the tune of $180. Along with a t-shirt for purchase as well. Release info to follow. Packer Shoes x Reebok Answer IV "Ultramarine" 1. 21. 22. $180 via Packer Shoes

From Queens to the world LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has taken a minority stake in Queens, New York brand, Aimé Leon Dore. As initially reported by Business of Fashion – the LVMH Luxury Ventures, the arm of the mega-fusion of the French multinational corporation which oversees and invests in smaller creative brands has taken a monetary and resource interest in ALD. Aimé Leon Dore will continue to operate from their New York-based HQ, while LVMH will lend their support and resources and guidance to the brand. Certainly a major move for the brand. image via Aimé Leon Dore

Philadelphia legends 2002 – Philadelphia hosted the NBA All-Star Game and then-Sixers guard, Allen Iverson asked "Dr. J" Julius Erving for his permission to wear his retired No. 6 in the game. Erving obliged as Iverson donned the iconic number, forever connecting two Philadelphia legends on the game's most star studded stage. To honor that moment, Reebok calls back to the humble gesture and has a new color scheme of the Reebok Question coming soon. Graced in a white leather, the signature is accented by a blistering red and adorned with gold shimmery touches on the Vector tongue logo and REEBOK spelled along the eyelets. And true to the storytelling element is Erving's 6 replacing Iverson's traditional 3 on the heel of the outsole. Official images below suggest a release is coming soon – most likely February to closely coincide with 20th anniversary of the game.

South Beach ... sorta The year was 2012 and LeBron James captured his first and elusive NBA championship, the first of his four titles and four MVPs. The last time we saw the silhouette (prior to the 'Watch the Throne' retro) was the two-pack featuring the initial signature and its Elite variation in the first Championship Pack. Making its return is the Hyperfuse and Flywire constructed silhouette from the early 2010s, in a brand-new color scheme which is a play on the tropical weather of Miami. Dubbed "South Coast", the colorway is an exhibition of radiant colors and hues of blue, orange, pink all held together by a bold black center. The new colorway will breeze through select Nike Basketball retailers including SNKRS on January 20th. Nike LeBron 9 Retro "South Coast" DO5838-001 1. 20. 22. $210

Kanye West's YZY brand and Gap have launched their latest offerings in the form of hoodies. With a Gap staple blank motif, the product is available presently in both black and blue. The double layered, 100-percent cotton constructed product was the focal point of the TV spot which debuted during the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. The track, "Heaven and Hell" from West is the soundtrack to the spot – depicting the duality of life in a black-and-white filtered look and symbolic artistry. Watch the spot above and follow the links to purchase the hoodies, available in adult and kids sizes in both black and blue.

2019 – Prada x adidas launched their first collaboration. In what was an exhibition of sport and luxury, the Italian and German brands are partnering yet again three years later. Simplicity is undefeated ... combining their ethoses manufactured from recycled plastic waste sourced from oceans and textile fiber waste. The re-nylon textile that is woven into each fabric that comprises the collection is spread across reday-to-wear apparel of the Track Coat, Tracksuit, Sweater, Hooded Jacket and Bucket Hat. Additionally, the collection includes six carefully crafted bags (three large, three small); Travel Bag, Backpack, Shopping Bag on the larger side and the Bandoleer, BP Hoodie, and Belt Bag on the latter end of the spectrum. With all offerings donning Three Stripes detailing and the signature Prada triangle logo. Rounding out the collection is four premium crafted adidas Originals Forum silhouettes. Donned in a monochromatic white and a monochromatic black motifs in both High and Low. Accentuating the silhouettes are mini-pouch attachments detailed with the leather craftsmanship that is Prada's signature. Have a look through the entire collection after the jump. Release is exclusive to Prada boutiques, online at Prada and adidas. Prada x adidas Re-Nylon Collection 1. 13. 22.