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The Talaria Inspired Nike Air Zoom G.T. Hustle 2 DJ9405-300 Cyber/Vivid Sulfur-White

The G.T. Hustle 2 gets a 90s inspired colorway. Based on the Tinker Hatfield designed Talaria, the G.T. Hustle features a Zoom Air Strobel with multi-textured upper of suede, mesh, welded fabric and foam. The 90s throwback color is executed well and Nike has adopted the Anafoam style of early Under Armour Curry models and…

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WMNS Air Jordan 1 Retro High Satin Black/University Red-White FD4810-061

The Women’s Air Jordan 1 High OG arrived in this satin makeup and retains the classic Bred colorway with an elevated appearance. The sneaker also comes with an additional set of laces and a Jumpman logo tote bag. The construction is a bit different with satin instead of leather causing the sneaker to look a…

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Jordan Girls High-Waist Leggings Junior | Nike Strength, Nike App and Nike on Netflix Form a Triangle of Fitness and Engagement

Home gym equipment for all athletes. Dumbbells, Kettlebells, Barbells & Plates, Benches & Racks, Apparel & Hats. Proven and tested by championship athletes. Source: Nike Strength I spend an inordinate amount of time analyzing Nike. I criticize and bemoan the ridiculous number of sneakers the brand produces, and I make statements about their inability to…

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Do Yourself a Favor and Add the EP Love Levitates, by Louis Baker to Your Playlist

Source: Love Levitates, by Louis Baker I hate to make comparisons when I discover new artists, but I always do so. If Marvin Gaye spawned a musical lovechild who leans heavily towards jazz, this is the album that person would deliver. Does it seem fair to align Louis Baker with one of the most amazing…

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Air Jordan 1 Mid SE Craft DZ4136-002 Cement Grey/Black-White

This Craft 1 Mid has both elevated materials and an elevated price. Is it worth the 135 dollar SRP? The sneaker features canvas, suede and has an updated design element placing traditional panels inside-out. The color blocking is solid and the embroidered Wings logo at the heel, but as Jordan Brand increases the prices of…

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Jordan Girls High-Waist Leggings Junior | The NBA on TNT via Bleacher Report on Max Looked Amazing but JD Sports’ Ads Caught My Attention

The Nuggets ring ceremony, Ernie, Kenny, Shaq and Chuck, Joker, Bron, Steph and KD… opening night looked amazing and the stream by Bleacher Report and HBO Max (I know it’s Max) only buffered twice and it wasn’t at critical moments. I could see every pair of sneakers, but more important I could see the commercials….

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Why did Under Armour Make HBCU TSU’s Homecoming Uniforms when they are Nike Sponsored?

I understand licensing, but this seems peculiar. Under Armour and Tennessee State University recently celebrated the design of the football team’s homecoming uniforms. I thought this was a cool moment until I got a call from my creative director mentee Swish Griffin (https://stepbackswish.com) who wanted to attend the Nike Yardrunners Event. On short notice I…

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The WMNS Air Jordan 1 MM High FB9891-100 White/Pure Platinum-Sail is a beautiful sneaker

#sneakerunboxing https://stockx.pvxt.net/JzQMd7 Jordan Brand created the MM (Method of Make) 1 as an ode to the craftsmanship possible with the retro silhouette. Using softer, luxury materials the shoe feels buttery soft with exaggerated features highlighting the layers of each panel of the classic sneaker. The MM rings up at a lower price than the OG…

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Overvaluation Dimmed $BIRK but Birkenstock / Tekla Shows How Long the Road Can Be

Birkenstock / Tekla – A limited collection of footwear and sleepwear, inspired by the dream-like states that feed creativity. Comprising elevated takes on Birkenstock’s iconic silhouettes and Tekla’s classic designs, all crafted in subtle and saturated colourways. Source: Birkenstock / Tekla The extreme valuation of Birkenstock dampened what should have been a celebrated IPO. I…

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