More than any other single color, royal blue is strongly connected with The Brand with the Three Stripes, and especially the adidas Originals line.  You can see it on the boxes and on a variety of blue-themed packs, the latest of which features very little of the shade in question, but certainly connects with the freewheeling spirit we’ve come to expect from drops like the A.039s.  The adidas Originals Blue Collection for fall/winter 2011 includes a few we’ve previewed and some totally new looks like the crazy Hardland Hi in a ‘bred’ snakeskin and suede look.  Click through to see a similarly reptillian Azzie Mid plus the Hardland Lo, 4Bits and MEGA, let us know which one is best and expect these at adidas Originals retailers by the time you finish reading this post.  via HB

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We’ve seen a lot of brands going heavy on the trail-inspired designs as of late but don’t get it twisted, the New Balance H710 is no new comer to the game. Making its debut back in 1982, this model has slowly drifted from performance boot to streetwear staple, in Japan especially. Of course that means limited edition treatment, so what’s not to like? These three versions of the New Balance H710 utilize a combo of smooth suede and high grade mesh, with colorways ranging from subtle to screaming. Check out all three of them after the jump and let us know if these are a must have for the coming months of winter. Cop the trio now from Japanese retailer mita sneakers.

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It’s been a while since we’ve seen a collaboration between Nike Sportswear and West Coast-based Undefeated, but during the heyday of their partnership, any UNDFTD x Nike collaboration was highly sought-after commodity, because the man behind the first sneaker boutique in the West, Eddie Cruz, was a prodigy of the streetwear scene, often predicting trends before they had arrived. This UNDFTD x Nike Dunk High was one of the first collaborations between Nike Sportswear and a sneaker boutique, and as the story goes, these tonal-white samples were actually a mistake, and that result wasn’t exactly to UNDFTD’s liking. Considering the rarity of this grey-outsole version (the gum-sole version is the one that made it’s way out), it certainly brings back some fond memories of Nike’s partnership with one of the premier boutiques in the world. Check out the detailed gallery of the UNDFTD x Nike Dunk High sample and check out the asking from Netherlands-based millz93am on eBay.

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Air Jordan III & IV aficionado Kid Cudi was recently spotted at HBO’s Post-Emmy Party in Hollywood, CA that took place on Sunday evening. Kid Cudi, who in addition to be a hip-hop artist is a series regular of HBO’s ‘How To Make It In America’, was spotted wearing the Air Jordan III ‘True Blue’ while canoodling with celebrities and fellow actors like Michael K. Williams, who is known for his defining role as Omar Little in ‘The Wire’ and is currently a cast-member of HBO’s ‘Boardwalk Empire’ and NBC’s ‘Community’. While Cudi’s acting resume isn’t nearly as decorated as that of Williams’, we all know Cudi first as one of today’s most progressive hip-hop artists. We’ve got more of Kid Cudi below so take a look and let us know what you think. via sandrarose.

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A new Nike SB V-Rod just got the black-on-black Elephant print treatment, but that model is destined to be a mere footnote when historians document the footwear year that was 2011.  But there’s no shame in playing second fiddle to one of the all-time greats, and the Michael to those Vulc Rods’ Scottie is, of course, the upcoming Air Jordan III Retro in a dope new ‘Black Flip’ motif.  These apply a wholly dark take on the 2007 ‘Flip’ IIIs that we still see celebrities rocking to this day; will the black edition have a similarly long shelf life?  Their fate has yet to be determined aside from the fact you can pretty well count on them selling out soon after arriving at retail, so click through to see more angles and stick with Sneaker News for the US release date.  via Taobao

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If this pair of Nike SB Blazer Highs looks immediately familiar, you may be recalling the ‘Low End Theory’ joints that dropped in August. Utilizing a similar approach of red Swoosh on black uppers, these lose the embossed graphics, opting for an uninhibited suede. The red featured is also a couple shades darker, giving the sneaker a much more laid-back look. Check out the full photos of this Nike SB Blazer High after the jump and head over to Flatspot to get your pair.

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The Nike Zoom Huarache 2K4 was never a shoe that people picked up just to stunt in. The buzz on this one wasn’t built on hyped up colorways or exclusive releases, this shoe relied on on-court performance to make a name for itself. Originally slated as the first Kobe signature (a plan that was derailed by a certain blemish on his public image), this sneaker brought the Huarache technology to a new generation of athletes and remains a highpoint of design for Nike over the past decade. After this year’s iD treatment, Nike will be bringing them out of the vaults come Summer 2012, in a gang of new colorways with construction that hopefully remains true to the OG’s. Check out the full pictures after the jump and let us know if you’re excited for this upcoming release. via CK

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Nike has been bringing quickstrike packs to their runners for a minute now, earlier this year we saw the both theFree Run+ 2 and the Nike LunarGlide+ 2 get City Packs. Looking for the hat trick, Nike is going in again with a collection based on metropolitan centers. We already gave you previews of both the NYC and Berlin versions of the Nike LunarGlide 3 and we’re back now with a detailed look at the whole capsule. This one leans a little US heavy with 3 out of the 5 cities represented being American. Hit the jump for full images of each of the sneakers include in the City Pack as well as background info on the collaborating artists. Keep your eyes out for these at Nike retailers near you.

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Tons of Duckboot and VacTech heat to keep Air Force 1 fans for the rest of the year, but what about just a good old fashioned pair of Uptowns? Check out this new high contrast Nike Air Force 1 Low, a shoe whose stark design draws extra attention upon the tumbled Anthracite leather that makes up this model’s overlay. It’s just a shade lighter than the black that comes in on the Swoosh, laces and lining, which leaves the rest to white in a design you can tell isn’t exactly a ‘panda’, and yet that’s what hooks you in. A deceptively subtle AF1 Low, this new pair just hit retailers like Oneness and you can grab one right now on eBay.

Nike Air Force 1 Low
Anthracite/Black-White
315122-060

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The lion’s share of the Nike Air Max+ 2011 colorways we’ve seen to date have a decent degree of contrast to them, whether it be via the side Swoosh or a colorful outsole. Here’s something a bit different, a tonal design for the latest in the Air Max legacy that blends in the recently popular total orange with the so called “max orange”. The result really glows, with the sneaker bursting with color all the way down to the 360 Max Air sole. Check out the full pics after the jump and grab this colorway of the Nike Air Max+ 2011 from NikeStore.

Nike Air Max+ 2011
Max Orange/Total Orange
429889-880

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Can you feel the crisp and cool autumn air? As the colors of the leaves change over time, so do the colors of our kicks. Throw aside the white-on-whites and check out these new Nike Air Force 1 Highs in a Deep Burgundy; the white swoosh and AIR on the midsole offer just the perfect amount of contrast (when it comes to two-toned kicks, how can you possibly go wrong), and the gum outsole completes the fall-weather visual appeal perfectly. If you’ve got these in your sights, be sure to check out your local Nike Sportswear purveyor, or secure your pair right now from Chi-Town’s finest LEADERS or from 95soleman on eBay.

Nike Air Force 1 High
Deep Burgundy/White
315121-600

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What if Michael followed his ex-teammate Horace Grant and joined the Orlando Magic? That would’ve been extremely unlikely, but for the Spring 2012 season, Jordan Brand will release this new Air Jordan X Retro colorway of White/Old Royal-Stealth that has quite the Orlando Magic undertone to it. You might remember that Orlando was part of the original ‘City Series’ of the Air Jordan X – the White/Black/Royal colorway. We can already envision Gilbert Arenas and Quentin Richardson preparing to rock these once they drop, but given the current state of the NBA lockout, who knows what might happen. Getting back on topic, this Air Jordan X Retro also features the ’23′ stitched on the upper ankle of the shoe, and like the OG City Series version, these catalog shots don’t reveal the plaid pattern on the inner lining (again, these are catalog shots and may not be the final product). Are these a must have for you? Expect these on February 11th in all sizes, with the men’s version coming in with a $160 price-tag. via SC.

Air Jordan X
White/Old Royal-Stealth
487214-107
02/11/12
$160

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