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Packer Shoes x Dominique Wilkins x Reebok Pump20 – Release Event Recap

Aaron Kr. — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:30:42 +0000

Can you name a player from the 80’s that was more deserving of a signature sneaker than Dominique Wilkins, but never had one? Not only did Dominique have the sensational skills on the floor to become a fan-favorite, but he also had the swagger, style and showmanship to be a very marketable endorser. Unfortunately, Nique never got his own shoe as a player, but thanks to Packer Shoes and their Reebok Pump20 collaboration, the day has finally come. From the line of collectors, some who camped outside of Packer’s since the night before in the cold and rain, it was obvious that a lot of sneakerheads were very much behind the cause, not just because the shoe looks great, but also thanks to the inspiration and history behind it.

The mob scene outside of Packer’s front door anxiously waited for their chance to cop a pair of the super-limited Nique Pumps and meet the man of the hour. Dominique made his way in through the back entrance at around 10pm, instantly sending the crowd outside into a frenzy as they caught their first glimpse of the Human Highlight Film through the store windows. Once Dominique got settled in, the Packer crew began to let the dedicated camp-out survivors inside a few at a time to claim the fruits of their labor. As you might expect, the 31 pairs sold out as fast as the staff could bring them out of the stockroom, each complete with a nice package that included stickers, a poster, DJ VinRoc mixtape and of course, the matching t-shirt. Unfortunately, not everyone who showed up got themselves a pair of the Packer Pumps, so it was then time to scoop up the two OG Pump colorways.

After each purchase, consumers could take their goods over to the other side of the store to meet Dominique and get some goodies signed. The guest of honor, who looked like he could still suit up for an NBA team tomorrow, was extremely gracious to all in attendance, eager to shake hands, sign merchandise and talk hoops with one and all. After putting in his work at the autograph table, Nique said farewell and took his exit, leaving the packed house feeling very satisfied with the experience, so much so, that nobody wanted to leave the store. Well after midnight, Packer’s was still mobbed with folks enjoying the electric vibe of the night. It may have taken 20 years for the Dominique signature Pump to be created, but last night made the wait well worthwhile to all involved, including Nique himself, who took the modest route when asked about the tribute, but couldn’t help but to glow as he admired the shoe and basked in the overwhelming love from Packer Shoes and all in attendance.

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adidas Originals Star Wars Collection – Princess Leia Preview

Aaron Hope — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:35:56 +0000

Star Wars mania helped to pave the way for modern sneakerhead culture. We don’t mean to forget about baseball cards or other types of action figures, it’s just that hardcore Star Wars fans are so passionate about keeping their stuff ‘deadstock’ that there’s an obvious carryover (The Cool Kids, anyone?). Now that Jeff Staple has just turned in his second Star Trek-inspired Pack of Airwalks (please, for the love of the Force, do not confuse the two!), we’re finally getting our first glimpse at adidas’ upcoming Star Wars collection. This pair of what looks to be Top Ten His is modeled after Princess Leia’s unforgettable golden ’slave’ bikini. Get ready to add these to your size 10 Jedis and check out more photos after the jump. via nitro:licious

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adidas Originals – Star Wars Collection – Spring/Summer 2010 Preview

Aaron Kr. — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:00:50 +0000

adidas Originals can always be counted on for some interesting releases, but the inspiration for their latest collaboration reaches all the way out into a galaxy far, far away. This coming January, adidas will be introducing their new Originals Star Wars collection, featuring some iconic characters and imagery from the classic films. Several traditional adidas models will be transformed to take on some characteristics from the likes of Darth Vaider, Luke Skywalker, Yoda and the Storm Troopers. There will also be some pretty imaginative Star Wars apparel to go along with the kicks, as well as some more sneaker models. Check out some more sneak peeks after the jump and we’ll be sure to keep you posted on more from this eagerly awaited Spring 2010 collection. Via Hypebeast/HS.

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Married to the MOB x Lacoste Hironia

Jacob — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:30:16 +0000

November seems to be the month of Collaborations and NYC based company Married to the MOB is no exception. Here’s a look at their latest collaboration with Lacoste for the Hironia sneaker. These kicks were clearly made for the females out there, and boast materials like a lavender and black all over lace burn-out print that covers the entire upper. There is also some design inspiration from the famous and very pricey Christian Louboutin shoes sporting the solid “red bottoms”. These collabo kicks are strictly for the ladies and are sure to be a good look for the female sneaker enthusiast. Via Nitrolicious

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Timberland For Starks – Sneak Peek

Jacob — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:00:41 +0000

Starks Laces, made famous by their “Gucci” and other custom sneaker laces, has been expanding with some great collaborations. Their latest is a collabo with Timberland on a new 3-eye hand sewn shoe that will only be sold through the Starks online store. Check out some teaser images after the jump and stay tuned to Sneaker News for more updates on this limited collaboration between Starks Laces and Timberland, scheduled to drop in early December.

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Patta 5th Anniversary x Nike Air Max 1 – New Quickstrike Colorway

Aaron Kr. — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:56 +0000

A few days back, we brought you a sneak peek of a new Parra Nike Air Max 1 collaboration that was initially thought to be a Patta creation. It turned out to be a Parra, further adding to many people’s confusion between French artist Parra and Dutch retailer Patta. Now that that’s hopefully all cleared up, we present a look at an actual Patta Air Max 1 collaboration that will be dropping as a Quickstrike some time after the green and purple AM1s that we have already shown you. This colorway features a nice blend of rich colors and materials, using sections of corduroy, denim and suede splashed with varied shades of blue, green and red. Specific release info on these is yet to be announced, but for now, you can check out some more pics after the jump. Photos via MusicSkins.com.

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DJ AM’s Kicks On Display @ UNDFTD Silverlake

Aaron Kr. — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:00:34 +0000

We have steadily been keeping you up to date on the latest on the DJ AM Memorial Fund auction on eBay, and as you may be aware, a large portion of his collection has still not shown up for sale. If you’re wondering what else you can expect to pop up, you can get a glimpse of a couple gems that are now on display at Undefeated. To help raise awareness for the auction and honor DJ AM in the process, a glass case has been set up at UNDFTD Silverlake with a few of AM’s treasures like the N.E.R.D. Dunks and Rocafella and Black Album Air Force 1’s to name a few. You can keep reading after the jump for a look at more of the display, and check out the progress of the Deckstar x UNDFTD DJ AM Memorial Fund Auctions on eBay.

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