The new Nike Aina Chukka is the natural progression from the Zoom Toki Mid, itself a child born of Blazers and Sabakus. Aina is the next step, with minimal branding and a look that exemplifies the lifestyle sneaker movement. The pair pictured above is quite the solid debut, its putty grey suede upper providing the perfect neutral punctuation for your best fits. Nike Sportswear retailers across the country are getting these in stock, and if you happen to be in NYC, grab yours from 21 Mercer.
Style: 395806-200
Color: Stone/Swan
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New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-5433
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Plenty of Jordan Brand’s recent releases have looked an awful lot like their earlier releases, even the non-retros. With hybridization and modular design all the rage, it’s only natural to see things you remember from previous Jays, but we can honestly say that there has *never* been a Jordan like this before.
The Air Jordan Take Flight is the first Jordan basketball shoe with visible Max Air cushioning from heel to toe. The midsole also features blood red supports that spell ‘JORDAN’, but the nylon lace loops a la Air Jordan XI speak just as much to this shoe’s heritage. Take a look at more photos after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for more exclusives on upcoming Air Jordan releases.
Style: 414825-101
Color: White/Varsity Red-Black
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In Round 1 of the SN March Madness Sneaker Tournament, the Air Force 1 region was home to the field’s biggest upset, with the new jack Kaws 1World taking out the legendary Linens. Round 2 poses some interesting matchups of its own with the classic White on Whites taking on the top-seeded Stash AF1 and the Playstations doing battle with those feisty Kaws kicks. We’ll have to wait and see if the Sweet Sixteen round can produce any more upsets, so go ahead and place your votes for the AF1 bracket now. And don’t forget to check back the next two nights at 8pm EST to vote for the remaining brackets.
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We know the immortal Infrared Nike Air Max 90 is going to see a retro release this summer, but before they drop, some Foot Lockers across the pond have a couple hot new pairs of their own. Most notably, this collaboration with Chelsea LW Flourent Malouda. The 29-year old left winger stuck with the familiar blue and white for a base that adds some bright red and grey to make sure they’re not just a straight kit-to-kicks release. Even though MLS is set to kick off its 15th season tomorrow and American interest in soccer is at an all-time high with the World Cup is but a few short months away, there’s very little chance these will ever hit stateside retailers. Stick with Sneaker News for updates, cos there’s a ton more soccer-inspired shoes where that came from as we head toward South Africa 2010.
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Onward marches adidas’ ‘Blue’ shoes that are anything but. The entire adidas Originals A.039 is centered around classic Three Stripes models in simple colorways, and usually, some of the aforementioned shade of royal hidden somewhere out of plain sight. In this case. the adidas Originals Campus ’80s Blue is done in black or green canvas with white leather Stripes and outsoles. Yet another can’t-miss, this subtly styled classic is available in green or black today from Schuh-You.
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The Air Jordan Bin 23 Collection will feature some of the classic AJ sneakers in supremely well-crafted and highly limited releases. While all Bin 23 releases will carry a wax seal and individual numbering, it remains to be seen what will inspire each pair. With the Air Jordan II Retro Primio, all one needs do is look at the shoe, its Spanish-infused name and MJ’s life to realize they’re celebrating Cuban cigars. Mike is known to be something of an afficionado, and equally astute sneakerheads will plan carefully to arrange to cop these when they drop on April 10th. Only a few select retailers will have these, so Sneaker News will keep you updated. via Jumpman23
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With old school bling eeking out its death rattle, streetwear looks to new ways to ‘shine’ without being gaudy. Reebok is taking a step in that direction with this new Satin Pack of Freestyle midtops. There are grey and purple pairs, both of which have a sort of colored chrome look, thanks to a satiny material covering most of the upper. Expect this to be a trend for the upcoming seasons that a bunch of companies will try out, so stick with Sneaker News for updates. via Provider
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The Phoenix Suns have been on a hot streak since power forward Amar’e Stoudemire started wearing the Nike KDII (2). Whether Kevin Durant’s signature shoes become an NBA-wide staple like Kobe and LeBron’s sigs is more a matter of time than a real debate, and here’s a Lakers-colored version in case Andrew Bynum needs something to wear to rehab. All KDIIs are pretty sleek and relatively simple, but these stand out thanks to white patent leather on the midfoot strap and ‘mudguard’ area. Stick with Sneaker News and we’ll keep you updated on these and all Nike Basketball signature sneakers. via FC.T
Style: 386423-002
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