They’re not even in the same ballpark when it comes to resale value and general public interest, but there’s one area where Nike 6.0 has it all over big brother SB: ladies sneakers.  Nike Six not only has womens-only silhouettes but also offers smaller size runs of feminized classics like the above pictured Nike 6.0 WMNS Dunk High.  This yellow leather Dunk High for women has a slight Big Bird vibe to it, though pyramidally-embossed sections on the ankle collar and Swooshes serve to give these an almost heavy metal twist.  Click through to see more shots and stick with Sneaker News for word on the US release date.  via Sole-Patrol

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Nike Sportswear wants to add just a brief pause to your response when you hear “Yo, did you see those new Forces?” this summer.  The Air Force 1 is still rolling strong, but joining it in NSW’s classic b-ball rotation this year is the Nike Sky Force ’88 Mid in a variety of colorways ranging from simple yet modern two-toned looks to straight-up vintage designs.  This above pictured colorway is somewhere in the middle, its white pure from a lack of pre-yellowing and yet, its Green Bay Packers-leaning colorway certainly a shout-out to the classic aesthetics contemporary to this model’s 1988 debut.  Click through for some more shots, let us know how these compare to the Knicks and Bulls editions (among others) and stick with Sneaker News for word on the US release date.  via Titolo

Nike Sky Force 88 Mid
White/Varsity Maize-Pine Green-Varsity Maize
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The Star Wars saga (or at least part of it) finds its way back to theaters every couple years, but George Lucas’ signature franchise’s collaboration with adidas Originals sees far more frequent releases.  The latest adidas Originals x Star Wars release is in the form of a Superstar II ‘Rogue Squadron Rebel Alliance’.  The tongue is self explanatory, a Rebel Alliance logo on the heel adding some character to the tonal grey ‘space camo’ uppers.  Click through to see more of this reflective 3M-striped Star Wars x adidas Superstar IIs and grab yours today from CitySole.

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The adidas Originals Superstar 2 is an undeniable classic of 80′s design, a shoe that ruled the world with its shell toe and three stripes. Fortunately the adidas Originals line has been generous in re imagining this popular model, this time coming with two new pairs in a complete nylon set up. The two new Superstars shown here come in some nice summer colorways, sticking to a monochrome approach in collegiate royal and aero reef, respectively. The nylon is a rare treat for adidas models and adds some extra mileage to the overall durability of the shoes. Continue reading for a detailed look at the two sneakers from the adidas Originals Superstar 2 Nylon Pack, both of which are available now at Eastbay.

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Sneaker News has observed a new flock of the previously endangered Nike Air Classic BW hitting retailers in Europe; will the Big Windows become the new Air Max Light in this regard?  Perhaps American sneakerheads will appreciate this model born as the Air Max IV a little more when it’s not sitting on the shelf at your local Nike Sportswear account, this new all-black leather edition clearly of the quality worth importing.  They come with a mix of ‘plain’, perforated and patent leathers for a nice depth that’s enhanced by metallic silver upper eyelets.  Click through to see more angles and grab these from Britain’s JD Sports.

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By now you all know the story of the Air Max, the revolutionary support system that Tinker Hatfield first dreamed up back in 1987. Well Tinker’s legacy is still going strong, culminating most recently in the Nike Air Max+ 2011, a lightweight runner with a Fuse upper that sits on a full length air sole. Fortunately, Nike Sportswear isn’t leaving the ladies behind with this new technology, dropping a hot new WMNS colorway in Legacy Red/Solar Red/Pro Platinum. The tonal pinks of this brand new Air Max go all the way down to the outsole and visible air bag that runs the length of the shoe. A pristine white lacing system breaks up the dominant colors on these to give them that extra fresh feel. Check out more images after the jump of this WMNS Nike Air Max+ 2011, available now at Nikestore.

Nike Air Max+ 2011 WMNS
Legacy Red/Solar Red/Pro Platinum
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Amidst all of the limited edition releases, crazy colorways, and collaborations, it’s easy to forget that Nike was first founded on the goal of making the ultimate running shoes. With that in mind, it’s good to know that they haven’t forgotten that goal, still pumping out pairs like the Nike Zoom Streak XC 3 Cross Country Shoe that were designed with dedicated runners in mind. This shoe comes with a lightweight one piece upper that is fully ventilated, a innovation that allows your feet to stay dry during all terrain cross country runs. The sole on these is a durable, lightweight foam, even boasting the signature waffle marks for traction that were Nike’s original mark on the footwear world. The bright color combos of the two Nike Zoom Streak XC 3′s shown here hearken back to 90′s era design with their popping colors and angular designs. Continue reading for an up close look at both, then head over to Nikestore to grab your pair.

Nike Zoom Streak XC 3
Black/Total Orange-Blue Glow-White
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Solar Red/Volt-Black-White
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Back in late February, Nike Sportswear unleashed what very well could be the single  most unique pair of Terminators we’ve ever seen.  The Nike WMNS Terminator High was issued in a rich Honeycomb tumbled leather and instead of a traditional sewn-on Swoosh, these joints went crazy and simply cut theirs from the side panels.  The result was a model that leaves little about your choice of socks to the imagination, a motif replicated on these two new colorways pictured above.  Crafted in Mineral Blue and Wolf Grey, respectively, these models make you realize that solid designs are almost always welcomed in a whole spectrum of palettes.  Click through to see more angles and grab a pair today from Kicks-crew.

Nike WMNS Terminator High Perf Premium
Mineral Blue/Mineral Blue-Dusty Sage
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Wolf Grey/Wolf Grey/Honeycomb-Summit White
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His fifth Nike SB signature sneaker set to drop next year, Paul Rodriguez can look back on his career and see that it took a massive upswing around the time of the release of his second.  The P-Rod II was so popular upon its initial release that despite a newer Rodriguez pro model being on the shelves, the Nike SB P-Rod 2.5 was launched to capitalize on the respective momentum carried by the P-Rod II silhouette and vulcanized soles.  This latest colorway keeps with the line’s generally clean look thanks to an Obsidian suede upper with Team Red and yellow accents, and you can see more images of it after the jump before you buy a pair at select Nike SB retailers like Flatspot.

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Sports memorabilia is a multi-million dollar industry, with tiny pieces of cardboard selling for thousands. Here’s a look at a piece of Michael Jordan collectible history that is definitely worth more than its own weight in gold; this solid sterling silver Air Jordan 1 shoe was given to Michael as a gift from his wife for his 32nd birthday. It was created after Michael’s rookie shoe – the Air Jordan 1 – and just ten pieces exist, belonging to most serious collectors (and a few lucky others). This auction for the Air Jordan 1 Sterling Silver Shoe is extra special because it comes with an autographed ’94 Retro Air Jordan 1 shoe as well! Check out the images below and if you’re interested in purchasing (or curious about the asking price), check out the auction from eaglesflyby on eBay.

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How can sneaker customizer JBF top his impressive Nike Blazer designs?  How about turning to the Nike Dunk, a model he offered last year in two different lowtop carbon fiber designs.  The above pictured model is considerably less technical in its approach, though texture plays a similarly significant role with lush purple suede giving way to a white-on-white flowery brocade.  They even feature quilted sockliners for that extra added comfort befitting the regal design.  Click through to see more of these ‘Geisha’ Dunk Highs and consider following JBF on Twitter, as he plans to offer a custom-custom (pick whatever design you like!) to his 1000th follower absolutely free of charge!

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Jordan Brand’s return to the ‘Trunner’ came in 2010 with the debut of the Jordan Alpha Trunner. For 2011, check out the Jordan Trunner LX 11 – a revamped version of the original Jordan Trunner LX; it features the trademark weaved upper, but comes with a retooled midsole given by the visible Max Air unit at the heel, combining supreme comfort and unparalled style. This new Black/White colorway just became available at Finishline so continue reading for a look at this new Jordan Trunner design and let us know what you think.

Jordan Trunner LX 11
Black/White
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