A shoe we’d previously expected to be the Zoom Tre AD’s sequel, the Nike SB Future Primitive first popped up onto the horizon of upcoming releases when Eric Koston leaked a photo back in April.  They’re not his new signatures, but Koston did have a hand in designing the FP, so you know it’s going to be advanced tech.  They’ve got a polyurethane-reinforced one piece upper similar to the Tre AD, but you’re held in placce with a Rejuven8-style seamless booty.  The best of all possible worlds, expect Nike SB FPs starting in Holiday 2010, with the pair pictured above scheduled for February 2011.  via N-SB.org

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The Nike Air Max Wavy was brought to our attention late last year and we caught a sneak peek of the shoe in our Nike Basketball Sample Preview from a few months ago. The shoe features what looks to be Foamposite material on the upper with a visible Air unit on the rear heel, with an overall design similar to the Nike Air III with shades of the Nike Air Penny III. In what might be the most inexpensive Foamposite shoe to date, the Nike Air Max Wavy features ample usage of the expensive material on the outer bucket of the shoe with a rising panel on the center. Many comparisons can be made with the Wavy and its colorways but this new design with sub-$100 price should be a popular choice for the summer. Check out the new detailed pics and pick these up on Finishline or eBay.

Style: 407703-001
Color: Metallic Silver/Black-White

Style: 407703-005
Color: Arctic Blast/Black-White

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If there’s one signature design element that stands out above all other Vans iconography, it’s the checkerboard.  A pattern that’s synonymous with ’80s (skate) culture, punk and ska music, the checkerboard pattern is back in a tonal look for the Vans Sk8-Hi Mono Check Pack.  Each of the four pairs contrasts a glossy leather forefoot with tonal checks on the side panels.  This pack is like your printer cartridges, so you can choose from red, yellow, blue or black when they hit stateside retailers.  That should be soon, seeing as they just hit Japan’s ABC Mart.

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If your sneaker budget is begging to be depleted, here’s a high-fashion way to spend those extra dollars.  The Louis Vuitton Tower is a high top sneaker that owes its design to several sneaker classics.  Its general shape and vulcanized sole reminds one of the Vans Sk8-Hi, but the piping on the wing and toe is sure to draw comparisons to the iconic Nike Vandal.  This particular pair is a sure-fire summertime head-turner, with glossy red accents livening up an otherwise white design.  The LV Towers are available now at select Louis Vuitton stockists for $700.

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We learned there were two lowtops in the Quilted Satin Pack last week, and it turns out there’s also another new Nike Blazer Mid to add to the bunch.  Featuring the same quilted uppers as the other ‘Un-Supreme’ blazers we’ve previewed, this new Blazer Mid is now the fifth shoe to rock a samurai-friendly ‘NIKE’ script on the heel, and the gold-on-purple look is perfectly timed.  Sure to be a hit in LaLa land, these Laker-colored Blazers have popped up at Japan’s atmos and should hit stateside retailers shortly.

Style: 371761-501

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Dropping next month is this new colorway of the Jordan Flight 45 High; it features a vibrant mix of spice red and a shade of green called ‘Light Retro’ on a white base. The similar color-combo was seen on a kids pair of the Air Jordan Spiz’ike which also featured grey tones with a similar green – colorways that appeal to the younger crowd or to those looking for something other than the classic Bulls-inspired releases. Also included with the shoe is a plastic Jumpman hangtag that mimics the style of the classic orange Nike Air tags. Check out the images after the jump and pick up a pair now from Shaolin8 on eBay.

Style: 384519-107
Color: White/Spice-Light Retro-Wolf Grey

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The 53rd Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade was held in New York City this past Sunday and amongst the various celebrites that came out and celebrated with the thousands of onlookers were Denver Nuggets’ Forward Carmelo Anthony, Fat Joe, Joell Ortiz, Diddy, Fabolous, Cassie, and more. While the event looked like it was a ton of fun we here at Sneaker News were focused more on what these celebrities were rocking on their feet. Carmelo Anthony, whose half Puerto Rican, came out rocking a pair of the White and Varsity Red Air Jordan VI Retro’s. Fat Joe kept it icy with a pair of the Nike x Futura Air Force 1 High Supreme’s. Joell Ortiz on the other hand was seen rocking the “Infared” Air Jordan Spiz’ikes. And last but not least, Cassie was seen with a pair of the Christian Louboutin all over stud sneakers on.

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While Nike Basketball, Jordan Brand and Converse were wrapping up their Fall 2010 showcase in NYC, the Sportswear division was holding an event of their own in China.  Held in Shanghai’s Bund, the NSW Greater China Media Summit showcased the range of footwear, apparel and collaborations in store from the Swoosh’s lifestyle division.  Click the jump below to see a ton of photos of the new styles we’ve previewed, everything from retro runners to classic basketball kicks and all the clothing to make complete the look.  via FRESHNESS

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During the 2010 NBA Playoffs, Cleveland Guard Mo Williams grabbed our attention when he wore a bright pair of the Nike Air Max Hyperize NFW in red. That colorway was part of the Nike Air Max Hyperize Highlighter Pack, which featured a trio of radiant colorways that would catch your eye over, say, a white-and-black pair. But flip down your lightswitch and turn down your dimmer because these are more than what meets the eye; check out the Nike Air Max Hyperize NFW Glow In The Dark that illuminates to a neon yellow in the darkness. Heck, even in daylight, the white upper combined with the milky-white sole on black trim is still a sick colorway. Perfect for the hardwood court of an interesting UFO-inspired Halloween costume, this latest colorway of the Nike Air Max Hyperize is now available over at kicks-crew.

Style: 395781-702
Color: Neon Yellow/Black

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Supra is recognizable for its eccentric design and eye-popping colors like glittery gold or deep red like the holiday-themed pairs, but the trio of colorways of the Supra Skytop Fall 2010 Collection stick to neutral and earthy tones with materials to match. The off-white pair features a canvas upper while the grey features suede and nylon. The third brown pair is constructed of Tobacco Skin-Kid leather, which describes the rich brown color of the material. The Supra Skytop Fall 2010 Collection is now available so check your local Supra retailer near you. via Supra.

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Currently in its sixth year, CLOT is celebrating its personal milestone in various ways – one of which is this special set of Nike Air Classic BWs. CLOT isn’t new to Nike collaborations; one of the most recognizable Air Maxes of this decade was the CLOT x Nike Air Max 1 which featured the clear toebox. Unfortunately, these CLOT x Air Classic BWs aren’t releasing at all, but who knows? It wasn’t long ago that a once friends-and-family exclusive pair of Air Maxes ended up releasing (possibly one of the most hyped Air Max releases of all time). Check out this sweet CLOT-exclusive collection after the jump and express your envy. via CLOT.

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