Refreshing old favorites with new tech is a popular trend and rightfully so as we receive great classics with modern conveniences. Seen here is the Gel-Excel 33 2 arriving in a attention grabbing build. The new model has a more breathable upper sitting a two layered midsole comprised of Asics own SpEVA and SoLyte technologies. [...]
Ronnie Fieg teaming up with Asics on a hot design is nothing new but this “Super Green” build does have a great reasoning behind it’s build. The sneaker is a charity release that will be distributed to citizens in Haiti. 300 pairs of this very special Asics Gel Lyte III have been produced in conjunction [...]
The news that many have been waiting for is unveiled. The special “selvage” version of the Asics Gel Lyte III designed by Ronnie Fieg will be releasing in conjunction with the 1 year anniversary of Kith’s SoHo store. The all-American look features selvage denim as the base with accenting in the form of red and [...]
Thanks to Sneaker Freaker we get a early preview at Ronnie Fieg’s latest Asics Gel Lyte III collaboration. The King of the Gel Lyte series keeps the heat coming as he focuses once again on quality materials as the standout point. Selvedge denim is taken from the most premier jeans to the runner. The deep [...]
Dubbed the “Total Eclipse” and now “Leathertoes”, this collaboration between Ronnie Fieg and Asics on the Gel Lyte III has been one to look out for a while now. The dark build uses only the best materials that Asics has to offer. Premium nubuck and leather were chosen to battle the Fall/Winter weather. The leather [...]
Perth based Highs & Lows aka HAL has had a short but impressive list of collaborations with the likes of Reebok and New Balance. Now the Australian shop has teamed with Asics to create a special collection, the “Brick & Mortar” Pack. The concept of the pack is simple, quality materials inspired by their brick [...]
The next Ronnie Fieg and Asics collaboration has been unveiled to it’s fullest. The Gel Lyte III is featured again in this makeup dubbed “Total Eclipse.” A dark black upper in premium leather and nubuck is featured while bright red accenting is used throughout. As always a color combination that works is used and will [...]
This season sees Asics dressing its popular Gel Saga and Gel Lyte III in the same color palette of orange blaze, grey, black and white. The difference between the two is the ratio with the Gel Saga in a black base and the Gel Lyte III in a white base. Should be some popular kicks [...]
Originally released a few years back this Gel Lyte III build in black and yellow returns and available exclusively at Kith. The black base is built upon a mixture of suede, mesh and leather. To accent with the black is a healthy dose of yellow that is featured from the outsole to the neoprene split [...]
Uma Thurman would be proud. Although she wore Onitsuka Tigers in the movie Kill Bill, these Asics Gel Sagas are a close representation. Yellow suede and mesh on the base with black used on the striping and branding points. Red speckling and details help complete the special look. Look for these Gel Saga options to [...]
Interview with RDQLUS, creator of Connoshoer
At this year’s MAGIC trade show in Las Vegas I had the privilege to finally meet and talk to Steve Gordon also known as “RDQLUS”. I have followed RDQLUS’ work with the famed OSD cast and his own top of the line brand. I was delighted to hear that one of his biggest projects [...]
Interview: Reebok Designer Jeremy Sallee
This last week, we spent some time in Las Vegas for the MAGIC/Project Trade Show. One of the highlights was the media event held by Reebok Classics that brought out some of the creative influencers that are helping bring the brand back to its previous glory from the Nineties, which include Swizz Beatz, Dominique Wilkins, [...]
Behind the Kicks: Ms. Solemate
This week I had the pleasure to chat it up with Ms. Solemate. Hailing from the fresh windy city of the Chi, Ms. Solemate has been in the sneaker community for quite some time. A very genuine and articulate female that lives and breathes this culture. She has an extensive collection of fresh kicks and [...]
Karimoku x Medicom Toy Walnut Wooden 1000% Bearbrick
Medicom Toy is getting ready for its Toy Exhibition 2013, which is usually the occasion for the revelation of many fantastic collaborations and special projects. Also they teamed up once again with Karimoku, the Japanese furniture maker, and produced a beautiful 1000% walnut wooden Bearbrick. Handcrafted in Japan, the craftsmanship involved in producing this special [...]
Daft Punk Commercial Lotus F1 Team
A new album out, Daft Punk is taking to the biggest stage of the world to promote. They have teamed up with the Lotus F1 Team for a special scheme for this weekend’s race in Monaco, enjoy.
Sneaker.St x Uncommon LeBron “What the MVP” iPhone Case
Perfect timing. LeBron James just won game 1 of this years Easter Conference Finals, just another accolade to his MVP year. To commemorate the years Sneaker.St and Uncommon team up once again for iPhone case nicknamed “What the MVP” inspired by the LeBron X MVP sneaker. “The idea of the design is that the left [...]
