“Inertia” is the name of the soft shades of blue featured throughout the shoes upper portion, in addition to the defining orange dots and chiseled midsole. According to Sneaker News, the Yeezy 700 model is known for its premium build, mixing hints of suede, mesh, rubber, and other textiles to …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Nike Lebron 16 “Watch The Throne” Special Edition Basketball Shoe
The special edition “Watch The Throne” LeBron 16s will be released on February 18, during NBA All-Star festivities next weekend, according to Nike. Lebron James pays homage to hip hop legends Jay-Z and Kanye West, celebrating the 8th anniversary of their joint album ‘Watch The Throne,’ which featured their Grammy-winning single, “N*ggas …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Russell Westbrook’s “Why Not?” Zer0.2 ‘The Family’ And ‘Super Soaker’ Editions
OKC basketball star Russell Westbrook’s new Jordan “Why Not?” Zer0.2 sneakers are already hot out of the stores. Both ”The Family” and the “Super Soaker” editions combine mixed-materials, unique colorways and custom features that both adults and kids will love to rock. The “Why Not?” Zer0.2 ‘The Family’ edition comes …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: PUMA X Meek Mill Clyde Court ”REFORM” Men’s Basketball Shoe
PUMA’s Clyde Court ‘REFORM’ is their way of standing up against the broken U.S. criminal justice system and in collaboration with Meek Mill, who is at the forefront of the prison reform initiative, ‘Reform’ demands attention with a tough design and legendary quote from Tommie Smith, “We had to be …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Nike Air Jordan 6 ‘Infrared’ Returns With OG-Style Nike Air Branding
For the first time since 2000, the “Black Infrared” colorway of the Air Jordan 6s will return with the original style from when Michael Jordan wore them during his first NBA championship. The 2019 Retro Air Jordan 6 “Black Infrared” kicks will feature 3M reflective detailing that looks just like …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Kendrick Lamar’s Next Collab With Nike Will Feature The React Element 55
This fall, be on the lookout for a different kind of Nike x Kendrick collaboration than the Cortez collabs of the past. Kendrick Lamar and Nike will be releasing a limited edition Nike React Element 55 sneaker in a “Pure Platinum, Clear Wolf Grey and Black” color scheme. Although an …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Christian Louboutin Releases New ”Spike” Sock Shoe For Men And Women
For those of you who can afford them, Christian Louboutin has just released new sneaker designs that resemble their well-known “spiked” designed shoe. The ‘Spike-Sock’ running shoe is described on their website as combining “flexibility with modernity.” The sneaker is made of black Neoprene and is entirely decorated with tonal …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Nike’s 2019 Black History Month Collection
Black History Month (BHM) is just a few days away and Nike is ready to set the tone for 2019 with its BHM themed collection. The collection was inspired by “an assortment of national African patterns, brought together onto modernized prints in a theme of Afro-futurism in sport,” according to …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Vince Staples to Release Three-Piece Collection in Collaboration with Converse
Following in the footsteps of the rappers before him, Vince Staples is now leaving his mark on the shoe game. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Staples announced his latest collaboration with Converse to create a three-piece capsule collection that is set to drop on Jan. 25. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The collab features revamps of …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Take A First Look At The Black History Month Nike Air Force One
⠀ 2017 proved to be an interesting year for the Nike Air Force One. With exclusive colorways in 2017, it appears that 2018 will continue the tradition. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Expected to drop February 2018, this classic high top features a textured leather upper. Graced in pure blackness, the tonal upper features …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Asics Gel-Lyte V Are Dressed In Neutral Luxury
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A huge facet of being a sneakerhead is diversity. It’s cool to rock the hottest kicks that Nike or Adidas has released, but it’s even doper to get into other brands that offer works of art that can transition you from running errands in style to a night out. …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Adidas Yeezy PowerPhase Drops This Week
⠀ Kanye West and his sneaker empire continue to explode. This coming Saturday, December 9th, Adidas and Yeezy fans alike will be able to collect another colorway of the PowerPhase silhouette just in time for Christmas. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With a perforated leather upper, this low-top design debuts in a smooth mono-tonal …
Read More »Ballerific Kicks: Nike Changes The Game With New Fly Leather Technology
Nike revolutionized the game with the #FlyKnit technology. Engineering a breathable and flexible sock like upper transformed how consumers and athletes envisioned performance , comfort and style. Now Nike is taking the shoe revolution one step further. The shoe brand is continually being innovative and forward. This time, their …
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