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mfpen x New Balance 992 Strips the Side "N" Logo, Leaving Just a Row of Empty Stitch Holes
Danish label mfpen teams up with New Balance on the 992 for the first time, debuting at Copenhagen Fashion Week SS2027. The boldest move: removing the side "N" logo entirely, leaving only the stitch holes as a reminder of where it used to be.
CARNAN and ASICS Team Up Again, GEL-CUMULUS 16 Gets a Purple Suede Makeover
Brazilian brand CARNAN and ASICS are back for their second collaboration on the GEL-CUMULUS 16 "Path II," ditching the retro white mesh for a purple suede direction, dropping early on August 19th.
Black-Red "Bloodline" Legacy Hits 10 Years: Air Jordan 4 Rumored to Join the Colorway in 2027
The black-and-red "Bloodline" colorway has previously appeared on the Jordan XX9 and Air Jordan 1, and now rumors suggest it's heading to the Air Jordan 4, tentatively slated for an April 24, 2027 release under style code FV5029-005. No physical pairs have surfaced yet.
The Secret Sneaker from Jordan's 40th Birthday, Finally Hitting Retail 23 Years Later
In 2003, Mark Smith crafted a covert laser-etched Air Jordan 3 for Michael Jordan's 40th birthday. Now, in 2026, Jordan Brand is releasing a public version — a technical story that traveled from the Innovation Kitchen lab all the way to retail shelves.
Salomon XT-4 OG Surfaces in New "Pearl Blue/Grisaille/Vanilla Ice" Colorway
Salomon adds another low-saturation colorway to the XT-4 OG lineup, pairing a blue-gray base with creamy white tones. The upper features mud-guard mesh, continuing the brand's signature trail-ready functional language.
Air Jordan 4 Rumored to Honor Jackie Robinson with April 15, 2027 Release
Three sneaker leak accounts have dropped word that Jordan Brand may be dropping a Jackie Robinson-themed Air Jordan 4, marking the 80th anniversary of his MLB debut. The news has yet to be confirmed officially.
New Balance 2040v5 Priced at $400, Puts the Controversy Right on the Table with Its Slogan
The New Balance Made in USA 2040v5 features a Horween Leather upper and dual carbon plates, priced at $400—a new high for the 2040 series. It drops first in North America on August 20, with the slogan "Put your money where your feet are" taking the price debate head-on.
Margaret Howell x Mizuno Team Up Again, V2 GORE-TEX Hiking Shoes Gets New "Light Grey" Colorway
British designer label Margaret Howell continues its ongoing collaboration with Mizuno, this time dressing the V2 GORE-TEX Hiking Shoes in a new "Light Grey" colorway for Fall 2026 — a fifty-fifty split between function and minimalism.
Never-Released Player Exclusive: Diana Taurasi x LeBron 9 PE Officially Drops in 2027
Nike is bringing back the never-released Diana Taurasi LeBron 9 PE in its black and purple colorway, set to launch during NBA All-Star Weekend 2027 in Phoenix for $250.
2027 Air Jordan Retro Rumors Surface: AJ7 "Raptors" and More Colorways Leaked
Sneaker Freaker has compiled a list of rumored 2027 Air Jordan retros, with the AJ7 "Raptors," AJ12 "Obsidian," AJ12 "White Cement," and AJ6 "Carmine" colorways leaking online. No official release dates or pricing have been confirmed yet.
One Piece x Nike Rumored to Team Up for First Time with Three Devil Fruit-Inspired Air Max Plus
Word on the street is that One Piece and Nike are teaming up on three Devil Fruit-inspired Air Max Plus colorways — marking the first-ever collab between the two. So far it's all industry chatter, with zero images leaked.
Devin Booker Puts His Car's Nickname on His Feet: Chevy x Nike Book 2 "Pretty Penny" Pays Tribute to the 1959 Impala
Devin Booker teams up with Chevrolet for a second time, this time bringing his ride's nickname "Pretty Penny" straight onto the Nike Book 2. The copper finish matches his 1959 Impala convertible, dropping August 26 for $155.
Air Jordan 8 Chrome Reportedly Returning in September: Chrome Colorway Back After 11 Years
Sneaker media outlet Sneaker Freaker cites an insider account claiming the Air Jordan 8 "Chrome" will drop on September 12, 2026 via SNKRS and select retailers, marking its first return in 11 years.
The Hidden Code Under the Tongue: Air Jordan 4 "Tour Yellow" Returns After Two Decades
First released in 2006, the Air Jordan 4 "Tour Yellow" is set to return on September 5, 2026. Hidden beneath its removable tongue is the "RARE AIR" text—a detail that would later inspire the Undefeated collab and the recent Rare Air colorway.
Yeezy Returns to Physical Shelves: JD Sports Quietly Stocks Five Silhouettes Including YS-01, US-Only for Now
Nearly three years after the adidas partnership ended, Yeezy footwear lands at mainstream chain retailer JD Sports for the first time at brand scale. Five silhouettes including YS-01 and YS-02 dropped on August 13, with most colorways selling out fast.
VANDYTHEPINK x ASICS Gel-Kayano 12.1 "Vanilla": An Ice Cream Sneaker With Almost No Color
Named "Vanilla" yet coded as Antique White/Antique White, VANDYTHEPINK packs its ice cream color scheme into the most restrained monochrome tone this time around. Dropping August 14 on ASICS.com, priced at $195.
LeBron Drops LeBron 24 News Himself—Not Even the Brand Got to Tease It First
LeBron James revealed his 24th signature shoe, the Nike LeBron 24, through his own social media account. Officially priced at $200, it's slated for a fall 2026 release, with the rest of the design details still under wraps.
Kobe 5 Protro Gets Dodger Blue Treatment, Drops Same Day as AF1 on August 15
The Nike Kobe 5 Protro "LA Dodgers" launches on SNKRS August 15 for $190, alongside another Dodgers-themed Kobe AF1 dropping the same day.
SLAM Teams Up on Nike Sabrina 4 "Smoke Grey," Hiding a Hint of Mint Green in the Grayscale
Basketball culture magazine SLAM has crafted a collaborative colorway for Sabrina Ionescu's fourth signature shoe. Smoke Grey serves as the main tone, with Mint Foam and Safety Orange tucked into the details, dropping August 22 for $135.
Air Jordan 8 "Chrome" Returns: A Name That Carries All the Suspense
Jordan Brand has announced the Air Jordan 8 "Chrome" will drop on August 29, 2026 for $215. So far only the black/grey colorway and style code have been revealed, with further details still to come.
Deep Navy Base, Three-Tone Clash: Air Jordan 3 WMNS "Sports Renaissance" Makes Its Women's-Exclusive Return
Jordan Brand layers Chalk, Track Red, and Blue Beyond over an Obsidian navy base, with this women's exclusive colorway dropping August 15, kids' sizes included.
Noah Dresses Jack Purcell 1935 in Plaid for Japan-Exclusive 90th Anniversary Sneaker
Noah teams up with Converse on a Japan-exclusive Jack Purcell 1935, featuring an original plaid upper and cross-stitched heel branding to celebrate the classic silhouette's 90th birthday.
SLAM Brings Back the Nike Zoom Hyperflight, This Time in Full Construction-Site Orange
SLAM and Nike are reviving the early-2000s hooper favorite Zoom Hyperflight, wrapping this under-the-radar model in a "Safety Orange" patent leather colorway. Dropping August 15 for $170.
VANDYTHEPINK x ASICS Gel-Kayano 12.1 Goes Minimalist — No Candy Colors This Time
Known for its vibrant macaron hues and cartoon character collabs, VANDYTHEPINK switches things up with ASICS this time around, dressing the Gel-Kayano 12.1 in a monochromatic "Antique White" colorway. Dropping August 14 on ASICS.com for $195.