The Project Bluefoot Intelligent Design competition has brought together some of the world’s best undiscovered amateur sneaker designers. Entrants in the contest were invited to design a concept for the upcoming Air Jordan XXV and were asked to show their inspiration, sketches and the final product to be judged by a panel of judges, including Jordan Brand’s own Jason Mayden and D’Wayne Edwards. Fifteen finalists have been selected so far, so keep reading after the jump to take a look at the finished version of each of the final 15 designs. For more on the competition, as well as pics of the sketches and inspiration from each finalist, you can get over to ProjectBluefoot and spend some time taking a closer look at the finer points of this intriguing design contest.

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We gave you a look at this wild new Blazer Mid model as part of our Fall/Winter 2009 Nike preview, and now it’s time to take a closer look. This version of the Blazer Mid adds some interesting new touches to the classic model, but still maintains its basic aesthetic. The shoe sports a Black suede/leather upper with vibrant touches of Hot Red on the tongue, heel branding and the moccasin-stitched stripe that lines the bottom edge of the upper. Some hints of Hot Red also show through the perforation holes that make up the Swoosh on the side of the shoe. The design is finished off by a clean White midsole, providing a nice blend of new and old elements to give this Blazer Mid some real personality. These are expected to hit stores in the near future and be sure to check out some more pics after the jump. Via Freshness.

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After unveiling the first few colorways of the Air Max LeBron VII, as well as all of the City Pack and Artist Series versions of the shoe, King James switched things up a little for his visit to Beijing. After taking a break from the Air Max LeBron VII in Akron to rock some Air Max 2009′s, LeBron kept the shake-up going on Monday when he showed up in a pair of Zoom LBJ Ambassador II’s. The shoe will be hitting stores some time this Holiday 2009 season as a slightly more affordable alternative for those who still want to be like Bron, but are unlikely to spend $160 on a pair of sneakers. Keep reading after the jump for a look at LeBron making the Ambassador II look good on stage at the Beijing events. Via LRJ23.

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Nike continues to treat the ladies to some super-fresh colorways of the Air Max 90. This version will be part of the Spring 2010 collection, combining some new and classic elements to give the legendary shoe one of its most striking color schemes ever. The shoe features a traditional style of color blocking, using splashes of Neutral Grey, White and Black on different sections of the suede/leather/mesh upper. To give the sneaker a new look, the design is graced with some Clear Mint accents and a transparent Swoosh. A lot of male sneakerheads will be very jealous to learn that these will be for women only and will drop sometime in January of 2010. Via Glltn.

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To celebrate their 5th anniversary, renowned Amsterdam sneaker heavyweights, Patta, will be joining forces with both Converse and local Dutch band, Le Le, to not only help celebrate the milestone, but also to proudly display their love of music and fresh kicks. The collaboration consists of two different Converse sneakers, as well as two matching jackets and a 12-inch record release. The Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star installment will come in a quilted grey suede upper with a burgundy lining and accents. The other shoe, the Pro Leather 76, reverses the color scheme, using a corduroy burgundy upper with a quilted grey lining. Keep reading for more info and pictures of the entire collection, which will be available at Patta beginning September 5th.

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Nike’s Air Zoom Toki has enjoyed quite a debut year.  This is the latest in a long line of satisfying colourways, a new one in black with just a touch of red.  The simple colour scheme is enhanced by the contrast of leather and nubuck on the upper, while that red foxing band adds a nice kick.  These joints are a quickstrike release, so you better be prepared.  We’ll keep you up to date regarding their release.  via SneakerFreaker

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This week, as LeBron makes his way across China, some new City Pack versions of the Air Max LeBron VII will be making their way to the public in very limited numbers. On Monday, we showed you the Beijing edition of the City Pack and now, today, as King James visits Shenyang, another version has just popped up. As expected, the Shenyang Air Max LeBron VII sports the same St. Vincent St. Mary colorway as the others with the only changes coming by way of the inset photos that appear on the tongue and the medial side of the upper and the city name on the heel section of the Air bubble. The photo for this installment of the series features a shot of the SVSM Irish mascot from the half court circle of their gym, once again providing a nice bit of LeBron history to coincide with the More Than A Game film and World Tour. As with the others, only 123 pairs of the shoe will be available today when LeBron mania hits Shenyang.

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The combination of realmadHectic, Mita Sneakers and New Balance is nothing new and as usual, their weapon of choice is the New Balance 580. Coming off previous collaboration releases like the Generations series, this time, the trio have gone with a new approach. With back to school mania gearing up, the New Balance 580 is given a school pride look, courtesy of a traditional light blue/white/navy color scheme and a “GO HECTIC” pennant lace lock. As if that wasn’t enough, the midpanel sports a gradient effect, transitioning from light to dark blue and the toe area of the midsole features some multi-colored speckles. These will be available at Mita beginning September 12th, just in time for class.

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The McFly Hypermax is no more.  You’d better act doubly fast to grab this consolation, ‘cos Quentin is ste…ahem, borrowing the key idea from that shoe’s successor from two companies.  Their five panel cap features a gradient-equipped ‘q’ laid over digital numbers in powder blue.  The sides look to be made of ripstop nylon and have faux-Flywire spines running to the rear.  Something like this popping up reminds you how solid the theme was and you can grab this at Quentin stockists to remind you of what could have been.

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When a large package from Puma arrived at Freshness back in January, nobody was expecting anything like the giant US size 45 Puma Clyde that was contained inside. Recently, another large box showed up from Puma, and this time, the Freshness crew was a little more prepared. Inside the box was not the mate to the giant Puma Clyde, but another huge promotional version of a different Puma classic. This time around, it’s the Easy Rider III that’s being presented to several key “influencers” in the sneaker community. Check out some more photos of the giant and regular size Easy Rider III, as well as some videos featuring a radio-controlled version of the giant shoe terrorizing Antwerp. Via Freshness.

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When the Nike Shox line was first launching back in 2000, the basketball leg of the charge was led by the Nike Shox BB4. Back in April, Nike re-released the White/Metallic Silver version of the shoe and now, the Shox BB4 will return in its classic Black version. The shoe sports a leather upper split between sections of Metallic Silver and Black. The Shox columns in the heel sport a Lapis blue hue that serves as a striking complement to the Black/Silver base. Fans of the early days of the Shox line will be happy to know that these have just hit House of Hoops as a Retro release. Via FootLockerUnlocked.

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Part of 2008′s Influencer Pack, the digital camouflage that appeared on Nitro Microphone Underground’s Air Force 1 Supreme popped up again on Nitraid’s Nike SB Dunk Mid Elite.  10 years isn’t a golden anniversary, but Nitro is back with a new Nike Air Force 1 High for the occasion.  It contrasts metallic gold with black on black elephant print and the effect is quite striking.  ’1999′ and ’2009′ on the right and left tongues, respectively, remind us why these exist and we’ll remind you when it’s time for them to release next month. via SnkrFrkr

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