Converse Grinds Its Canvas Sneakers to a Point: POINTEDTOE Series Adds Two Low-Top Styles
Following the high-top and Ox pointed-toe styles released earlier this year, Converse is adding two low-top silhouettes, the PA OX and GL OX — one leaning into a patent leather dress-shoe look, the other paying tribute to ghillie shoes with exposed lacing.
Superkicks Turns the adidas Samba Into an "Heirloom" You Pass Down
Indian sneaker boutique Superkicks teams up with adidas Originals on the Samba "Heirloom," drawing inspiration from the traditional Indian wooden chest known as a peti, reinterpreting the classic silhouette through leather, suede, and metal detailing.
INVINCIBLE and MADNESS Team Up with ASICS for Their First-Ever Three-Way Collab: The GEL-KAYANO 12.1
Following 2025's GEL-NIMBUS 10.1, INVINCIBLE reunites with ASICS — this time bringing MADNESS into the mix for a true three-way collaboration. Inspired by the layered texture of dolomite rock, the GEL-KAYANO 12.1 drops early in Asia on August 23.
nonnative x Converse GORE-TEX Centerzip Ox Returns, Ivory Colorway Gets Distressed Soles
After selling out its initial release, nonnative and Converse are dropping the All Star GORE-TEX Centerzip Ox again this week. The waterproof functionality and front-zip design remain intact, but the outsole now comes with a distressed treatment for a worn-in look.
Carnan and ASICS Reunite for Second Collab, GEL-CUMULUS 16 "Path II" Speaks in Purple
Brazilian brand Carnan and ASICS return after two years with the second installment of their "Path" series. The GEL-CUMULUS 16 keeps its black base while introducing a deep purple palette and brown insoles, alongside a companion apparel collection.
Reebok and Zellerfeld Drop 3D-Printed Question 96/26, Honoring 30 Years of Iverson's First Signature Shoe
Reebok has teamed up with Zellerfeld to create the 3D-printed Question 96/26, turning Allen Iverson's 1996 debut signature shoe into an iterable digital design file. The limited release drops August 25 for $169.
UNDEFEATED×Jordan Brand Breaks Away from AJ4, Air Jordan 5 "Moon Fossil" Set to Drop in 2027
UNDEFEATED and Jordan Brand's collaborative history has always revolved around the Air Jordan 4—until now. This time they're shifting the canvas to the Air Jordan 5 for the first time, delivering a military-inspired "Moon Fossil" colorway reportedly set to release in February 2027, according to multiple sources.
Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 Turns Sidewalk Knockoff Aesthetics Into Real Materials, 35th Anniversary Collab Drops August 24
Awake NY teams up with Jordan Brand for the third time, translating founder's memories of NYC bootleg sneaker aesthetics into Saffiano leather and suede craftsmanship, celebrating AJ6's 35th anniversary. Drops August 24, with raffle registration opening a day early.
Madhappy x KEEN Team Up on Malibu Mary Jane, Two Plaid Colorways Bring Picnic Vibes
Madhappy joins forces with KEEN to reimagine the Malibu Mary Jane silhouette, pairing plaid nylon with suede overlays in two new colorways, "Rose Plaid" and "Grass Plaid." The functional outsole stays the same while the look shifts toward sweet, vintage-inspired territory.
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.