New Balance 998 “Made in USA”

Get ready for the Fall and more retro running shoes.  New Balance has just released a preview for the 998, which is being released in Fall 2011.  I really like the look of this shoe; it’s definitely drawing inspiration from the 90’s style.  What do you think of the 998?  The rest of the pics after the break.

WeSC 2011 Spring Campaign

Just like so many brands I am currently wearing, I discovered WeSC last year and was hooked instantly.  The 2011 spring lookbook is out and it doesn’t disappoint. The campaign is full of  different creative people having fun in different settings.  There are some promising pieces in the collection. What do you think of the WeSC collection? The rest of the pics after the break.

Freshjive 2011 Spring Collection

We just looked at the Freshjive 2011 Spring Lookbook and now we have all the pieces of the new collection.  As we saw from the lookbook, there are lots of tees and tank in some pretty bold prints.  The denim really stands out in the collection.  I especially like the buckle back jeans. What do think of the collection? The rest of the pics after the break.

Freshjive 2011 Spring Lookbook

Out of all the lookbook’s I have posted, I am more excited about this one. I rediscovered Freshjive last year and it quickly became one of my go to brands.  All the usual suspects of Spring are in the collection; short, tanks and short sleeve button ups.  The theme is River’s Edge, with a lot of photos in and around the Los Angeles reservoir.  What do you think of the Freshjive 2011 Spring Lookbook? The rest of the pics after the break.

Disney x SOPHNET

I mentioned while reviewing the SOPHNET 2011 Spring/Summer collection that the brand was collaborating with Disney.  Here’s the complete collection which will be available soon. The focus of the collection is a football (soccer) theme, incorporated with the Disney characters. What do you think of the Disney x SOPHNET collection? The rest of the pics after the break.

Nike Air Max Penny 2011 Retro Release

I’m glad to the Orlando Magic getting the respect they deserve.  I have been a Magic fan since the team began.  The best days, until now, were with Shaq and Penny.  Penny was one of my favorite players and the guy captured a nation. Those days are over but, his shoes are still a part of sneaker culture. The 1/2 cent is a much loved shoe with sneakerheads; first the eggplant and then the cranberry.  Now the Orlando Magic colorway is getting the retro treatment and I am excited.  We’ll probably see these drop onto shelves in the next few months. What do you think of the Air Max Penny colorway? The rest of the pics after the break.

F.C. Real Bristol 2011 S/S Lookbook

What’s a good way to sell your clothing line?  Tap into the football market and create a fake football club; by football I mean soccer, not American football. F.C. Real Bristol is the third Japanese brand to drop their 2011 S/S lookbook.  F.C.R.B. is also part of SOPHNET, but they make more active clothes with help from Nike.  The line is full of active polos and rugby style shirts, but it’s the workout clothes that really shine.  Instead of hiring models to show off their line, F.C.R.B. uses mannequins.  What do you think of F.C. Real Bristol? The rest of the pics after the break.

uniform experiment 2011 S/S Collection

Another Japanese brand is releasing their 2011 Spring and Summer collection lookbook. uniform experiment’s is an off shoot of parent company SOPHNET.  The line is their experimental take on different uniforms; school and navy uniforms.  If definitely more fashion forward line the SOPHNET, but most of it is right in line with the current style.  What do you think of uniform experiment?  The rest of the pics after the break.

2011 Kitsune Lookbook “Brokeback Mountain”

Kitsune is one of those brands that I am just discovering.  Even though winter is wrapping up and spring is on the horizon; French brand Kitsune decided it was time to drop their 2011 Fall/Winter Lookbook.  The collection is inspired by Ang Lee’s film “Brokeback Mountain.”  Well mostly inspired by 60’s west American style; a lot of workwear, heavy coats, plaid and non treated denim.  The denim is the best part; no gloss, no whiskering, just plain old fashion real man denim.  This collection is incredible and I am really excited for 2011 winter.  What do you think of the Kitsune “Brokeback Mountain” collection? The rest of the pics after the break.

New Balance F/W 2011 ML574 Preview

Bring on the retro shoes.  My favorite New Balance, the 574, is getting the hologram treatment. Well just on the tongue but it looks awesome.  Three new styles of 574 have been spotted and we got the preview shots for their fall/winter release. They come in 3 different colors; green/beige, black and blue/grey. Which is you favorite new color of the 574?  Check out the detailed pics after the break.

Spotlight: adidas Originals Blue Collection

This collection of adidas Originals clothing just popped up the internet and I was immediately excited.  I wasn’t even going to spotlight this collection, but I just love it so much.  From what I have read the fit in the clothes is a little more roomier then normal fashion these days, but that is wear fashion is headed. There are 4 items that were announced so far and even a women’s line, which I will not be posting here.  Check out the rest of the post and pics after the break.

adidas Originals Decade B-Balls NBA Colors

If you are like me then you love your shoes, that support your favorite team, without team logos on the shoes. It’s not that I don’t love the team, but my tastes are just more simple.  Which why these shoes peaked my interests. Three new shoes has popped up on Crooked Tongues with NBA team colors but no team logos on the shoes.  The adidas Originals Decade B-Balls come in three colorways; Magic blue/black/white, Portland Maroon/Grey/Black and Knicks Orange/Blue/White. I love the Magic colorway and the Knick shoe can also be worn if you’re a fan of the Florida Gators.  What do you think of the Decade B-Balls?  Check out the pic after the break.

fragment design x Nike Zoom All Court

I am so glad to see so many simple shoes coming out this year.  By simple, I mean one to two colors on the shoe.  The upcoming collab between fragment design x Nike is actually what I am talking about. The shoes come in 4 different colors; red, green, and black with an all white canvas base.  The shoes look absolutely amazing, but it’s going to be hard to keep these fresh, because they are mostly white canvas.  Which means hard to clean and collects dirt; I have a pair of canvas sweets and they find dirt faster they other fabrics.  I applaud fragment for just putting their logo on the tongue to keeping the shoe simple. Look for these in February at select retailers, expect a limited release.  What do you think of the latest collaboration? Detailed pics right after the break.

Air Jordan 2011 Video

Thanks to Sneakernews for posting this video of the new Air Jordan 2011.  The video features Tinker Hatfield and Tom Luedecke and of course the Jordan 2011.

Vans Vault 106 MOC TH LX

2011 is the year of shoes.  So many brands are releasing really innovative styles.  The Vans Vault is releasing a moccasin style boat shoe for spring 2011.  The Vault deals with limited edition styles using high end fabrics. The MOC TH LX comes in 2 different colorways black and mahogany and is a great combination of boat and moccasin. These look extremely comfortable compared to most regular style Vans. What do you think of the Vans Vault MOC? More detailed pics after the break.

Nike SB Stefan Janoski 2011 Preview

The new preview shots of the 2011 Stefan Janoski collection are surfacing on the internet.  It’s no shock that the Janoski is my favorite SB and the colors releasing are not too shabby. There are 3 new colorways in the classic low sneakers and 1 new mid release in a pewter green.  I especially like the off white and red color shoe. Which is your favorite of the 4 new shoes? More detailed pics after the break.

Air Jordan 5 Premio “BIN 23”

The internet is buzzing right now about the new images of the Air Jordan 5 Premio “BIN 23.” The Premio is a Jordan 5 covered in black leather with silver accents; including a semi speckled sole.  After the Jordon 5 Prime; the Jordan 5 is slowing becoming my second favorite Jordan behind the Jordan 1. The Premio is great looking shoe with a real classic feel, especially with the seal on the heel.  What do you think of the Air Jordan 5 Premio “BIN 23?” A lot more detailed pics after the break.

Bonus Post: Diversitile Nike Dunk Child’s Play

Florida based design company, Diversitile, has done it again. What did they do the first time?  Remember the Nike Dunk “Freddy Kruger?” They first hit with the unreleased Kruger Dunk for a Nike Horror Pack that was never released.  Diversitile is back in the horror game with the release of these Preview shots for the custom Nike Dunk “Child’s Play” shoe. The shoe is modeled after Chucky, the main protagonist of the “Child’s Play” series. They  really pulled out all the stops when it came to customizing this shoe. The front of the shoe looks like the reconstructed head of Chucky from the “Bride of Chucky.”  The mid and heel are modeled after Chucky’s good guys overalls. Also a little blood splatter mixed in.  The best part is the shoe box; it looks just like the yellow good guys box. I will the let the rest of the pics to do the talking.  What do you think of Diversitile’s latest creation? More detailed pics after the break.

Bodega x Saucony Elite 2011 Spring Preview

Bodega has added a smorgasbord of new Saucony Elite’s to their store and webstore.  The Saucony Elite was designed for small Japanese retailers made of the finest leather, suede and nylon. There are four new colorways of the Shadow 6000 and one the Jazz ‘91. These shoes look amazing. They simple colorways, but they look incredibly high class. The shoes are limited to 300 pairs per colorway and are only sold at Bodega, online and in store. What do you think of the Saucony Elite line? Which pair is your favorite? Check out the full pics after the break.

Sneak Peak: 2011 Nike Air Max 2011

This is one of the most highly anticipated shoes of 2011.  Last year’s redesign was an amazing looking shoe, but this year’s is looking epic. Gone is the massive patch of flywire and has been replaced with a net of support.  I can’t wait until these finally drop on February 9th. More pics after the break.