2012 sees Vans celebrate 20 years of their popular Half Cab model. Every month Vans will be releasing a new limited edition version of the shoe. January sets things off with a very limited 20 pairs in collaboration with Supreme who take the shoe back to its owner Steve Caballero himself. A slightly unorthodox approach here as Cab will be hand-cutting and duck-taping down a pair of Caballero Highs, personally numbering and signing each pair in the limited collection.
They’ll be exclusively stocked at select Supreme stores worldwide.
Dale Parr quit his job in investment banking after a life changing trip to New York where he was inspired to open up his own sneaker store. Since coming up with the online shop’s name, SoleHeaven (on his honeymoon!), he’s been acknowledged by The Independent as one of the most influential in online fashion. Having just opened up shop in Newcastle we caught up with him to get to know him a little more and see what else was in the pipeline. Read more »
Clae defines the collection as evolving classics. Their contemporary chukka boot styled McQueen has been given a sheepish update for the chillier end of the year. Combining a palette of greys with nubuck heel detail, leather lace trim panelling and simple wool upper. A chunky vulcanized sole keeps the McQueen robust whilst not compromising the shoe’s clean and simple silhouette.
Sole Heaven’s second instalment of their Kicks N Mixtapes series comes from the legendary Goldie. If you’re not familiar with the concept, Sole Heaven are asking DJ’s to create exclusive mixes and sending them out alongside a Kicks interview. Also check out Kicks N Canvas; another Sole Heaven project from a few months back.
In promotion of our What Is Music? project the generous Sole Heaven are giving away 3 pairs of trainers to 1 lucky Nerdbanite reader! Not just any trainers either, you’ll get to choose the pairs you want from the huge selection available on the Sole Heaven website.
Ever wondered where your kicks got their name from? Well we’ve done the research for you as we explain the history behind the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star, adidas Stan Smith and Puma Clyde. Some interesting stories about the stars involved and how these sport shoes have survived the test of time.
Alife NYC have released a clean and attractive colourway of their popular Everybody Mid. Neck breakers for sure! Heads will turn this summer with these premium blue leather trainers. Get them at hanon-shop.
NIKEiD Studio in London have released a new palette for their bespoke colourway trainers. Customising your footwear just got A LOT better. The new palette brings a formal look to the Studio, all materials; colours and etchings have been inspired by formal attire and footwear.
A sneak peak at the forthcoming Autumn/Winter 2009 footwear range by adidas. Looks like a wide variety of materials with both vibrant and quiter colourways. Definitely a nice selection of releases to choose from for the second half of 2009.
The rest of the adidas A/W preview in the gallery over the way.
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January 31, 2012 8:00 PM | 
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