adidas Brings Primeknit Construction to the Stan Smith BOOST

After surfacing late last year, adidas‘s BOOST-cushioned take on the Stan Smith is getting yet another upgrade — this time in the form of Primeknit construction. Appearing exactly as you’d imagine, the silhouette is the perfect mashup of the Stan Smith Primeknit and Stan Smith BOOST and couples the upper of the former with the sole unit of the latter. Best of all, the kicks have been crafted in OG green and navy colorways.

Both pairs are available now from Three Stripes spots like Berlin’s Overkill.

NikeLab Reveals Arthur Huang’s Air Max 1 Ultra 2.0 Set to Debut on Air Max Day

After having taken an official look at both Riccardo Tisci and Marc Newson‘s upcoming Air Max reworks for NikeLab, another artistic AM iteration just recently revealed itself. Along with the aforementioned pair above, Nike have also tapped into the talents of architect and Miniwiz CEO Arthur Huang for this all-black rendition of the Air Max 1 Ultra 2.0 silhouette. Also set to make its debut on Air Max Day this coming March 26, the new Air Max 1 Ultra 2.0 FK will retail for $250 USD.

Stay tuned for more details on where this new design will be made available.

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adidas Pays Homage to the Copa Mundial With an Off-Pitch Update

Arguably the most popular football boot of all time, Adidas’ Copa Mundial — which has inspired the likes of Dennis Busenitz‘s signature kicks — is the subject of a brand new off-pitch update from the Three Stripes. Dubbed the Mundial Team, the new design reimagines the iconic boot as a contemporary, street-centric silhouette, retaining its classic looks while ditching its cleats in favor of a lifestyle-ready sole unit. Best of all, the K-Leather and suede construction even comes in clean “Triple White” and “Triple Black” looks.

Take a look at all three Mundial Team colorways above and expect the pack to be available soon at select Three Stripes stockists.

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10 Special Custom Sneaker Releases Unveiled Via Instagram This Week

In this, our latest edition of special custom sneaker releases, we take a closer look at some brand new entries using a selection of classic silhouettes set as the backdrop canvas. With the sky-rocketing popularity of the adidas NMD and YEEZY BOOST 350 respectively, we are treated to some creative renditions of each in a wide assortment of color schemes, patterned prints and textile choices, amongst others. With a handful of cool concept collaborations involving such names as BAPE, Supreme and CDG, a few notable surprises also grace our list, contributing to this well-rounded assembly of custom creations.

Malcolm Garret BAPE NMD

Already one of the most in-demand silhouettes of the past 12 months, up-and-coming custom sneaker artist Malcolm Garret revisits the acclaimed partnership between adidas and BAPE with his very own creative rework. Garret reimagines the NMD XR1 “Duck Camo” silhouette by applying both the BAPESTA and AAPE logos in a bold orange tint to coincide with the equally eye-catching heel tab.

HUYCUSTOMS BAPE UltraBOOST

HUYCUSTOMS takes the Three Stripes’ beloved UltraBOOST 3.0 silhouette and applies BAPE’s trademark camo print. Sitting atop a clean white BOOST sole system is a cream-hued base unit with the unmistakable military-inspired pattern.

Kendra’s Customs Fear of God x adidas NMD

Drawing inspiration from Pharell’s Hu NMD, Kendra’s Customs applies the Fear of God name front and center, while FOG branding sits atop the adidas emblem on the tongue area. Sporting a clean black and white color scheme, this bespoke rendition proves a simple, yet stylistic rework.

US_8CUSTOM YEEZY X CDG

China-based customizers US_8CUSTOM reimagines a triple black version of the YEEZY BOOST 350 by splashing the side panel with the COMME des GARÇONS logo. CDG’s PLAY logo landing on the white strip adds a complimentary contrast to the tonal finish.

xpLicit Dezigns YEEZY Sliders

Not quite sneakers, yet eye-catching all the same are these sliders form xpLicit Dezigns. Sitting atop what look to be a BOOST sole system, textile material taken from the famed YEEZY silhouette make up the main strap unit.

The Shoe Surgeon Fragment Design x Air Jordan 1

Upping the luxury factor on the heavily-hyped fragment design x AJ1 silhouette is the “Electric Blue” gator leather hitting the heel region. The Shoe Surgeon creatively mixes in the gator skin finish with the black tumbled leather and the clean white side panel area.

Sota Customs Supreme x adidas NMD

Merging two of the biggest names in mainstream streetwear, Sota Customs brings together Supreme and adidas in this artistic custom collaboration. Sporting a bright red color scheme, the Supreme logo is placed front and center on a pair of NMDs.

Kickasso ‘Saved by the Bell’ NMD

Throwing it back to the 90s, Kickasso evokes a certain sense of nostalgia by drawing inspiration from the theme song to the hit show Saved by the Bell. Splashes of colorful graffiti art make its way onto a pair of BOOST NMDs.

FRE Customs “Cherry Blossom” YEEZY BOOST

Reaching for a pair of YEEZY BOOST 350s, FRE Customs livens up its subtle appeal by placing pink cherry blossom designs all along the side panel. The artistic embroidery appliqués add a cool color contrast to the textured grey finish.

Sean Flores Acid Vans

Artist Sean Flores reinterprets a pair of hi-top Vans by creating a psychedelic acid effect and placing it onto the OG classic shoe. The colorful clash of tones does well to stand out against the clean white sole unit and laces.

For another look, check out our previous edition of 10 Special Custom Sneaker Releases.

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adidas Continues to Dominate Sales, Competitors Left in the Dust

German sportswear manufacturer Adidas announced its 2016 year-end earnings on Tuesday and all evidence points to a dominating performance. CEO Kasper Rorsted said the company had an “exceptional year” — reported sales climbed 18% to $20.4 billion USD and North America saw a 24% climb to $3.6 billion USD. “We have improved the desirability of our brands and products around the globe. As a consequence, we were able to increase revenues strongly and achieve a record net income of more than 1 billion euros for the first time in the history of our company,” said Rorsted. Further evidence of Adidas's dominance over competitors was given by Daniel Roberts via Twitter where the Three Stripes’ stock price (pictured below) is shown growing 67% over the last year.

A forecasted increase in sales between 11% to 13% for 2017 will only be bolstered by the adidas Consortium Sneaker Exchange program, Messi contract, launch of Paul Pogba’s signature collection, focus on the EQT category, new UltraBOOST models and colors, Pharrell collaborations, Alexander Wang x adidas Originals capsule, and of course continued YEEZY BOOST collaborations. It’s no wonder the brand was able to offer an island to any NFL prospect that could break the 40 yard dash record at the Combine this past weekend.

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Sneaker Store Spotlight: sivasdescalzo

Always striving to bring you the best and latest news in footwear and fashion, HYPEBEAST is pleased to offer up a new series, Sneaker Store Spotlight. The new series aims to highlight footwear retailers from around the world, all united under the same love of streetwear and sneakers. Offering up only the best, each store executes a unique experience for customers, differentiating them apart from the rest. This week, we take a look at sivasdescalzo (pronounced see-vas-des-cal-tho aka SVD), a concept sneaker store located in both Barcelona and Madrid, Spain.

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Established in 2011 by a group of friends who used to run a sneaker blog, SVD aims to bring devout sneaker addicts the best and latest in footwear. With a strong passion for art, music, fashion and tech — along with sneakers of course — the collective have created a spectacular space showcasing its collection of cult sneakers all encased within a tech-inspired shopping experience.

Located next to the famous Arc de Triomf in the iconic neighborhood of Eixample, the multipurpose space sits within marbled walls exported from India. With a total floor space of 511 square meters, the store has three showcases, two of them which can be viewed from the outside. SVD also houses a terrace bar and leisure space, ping-pong table included. With a focus not only on sneakers, SVD provides quite the party atmosphere as well, catering to fashion shows and DJ nights.

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The group of friends initially ran a sneaker blog in 2010, which garnered a strong following in Spain. With strong sneaker knowledge already engraved in each founder, it was easy for the team to translate that into a physical store. SVD prides itself on carefully handpicking the best footwear which include special editions, emerging brands and collaborations. Premium classics, vintage and retro styles are also present from top brands such as Rick Owens, Raf Simons and adidas Y-3. The carefully-curated items also include a variety of apparel, ranging from technical outwear to high-end sportswear, and accessories which include luxe leather goodies. SVD also provides an online sneaker shop offering worldwide shipping. Currently the shop runs its own blog, which will keep you up to date on the latest drops and the shop’s events.

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As stated previously, the large leisure space hosts a number of events from special shoe releases to DJ performances. Past events include Golden Ticket drops for Christmas, Nike Air Max Day festivities, graffiti shows with artists such as Txemy, and performances by Tiga. Make sure to check out SVD’s Facebook for upcoming events. Also unwind after a long shopping day with a cup of coffee, a round of table tennis, or just relax outside on the terrace bar.

Store Address and Information

sivasdescalzo – Barcelona
calle Bailén 18
Barcelona, 08010
Spain

Hours
Monday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

sivasdescalzo – Madrid
Churruca 5
Madrid, 28004
Spain

Hours
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. / 4 p.m-8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m-3 p.m / 4 p.m.-8:30 p.m

Telephone: +34 935 31 21 22

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IG: @sivasdescalzo
Twitter: @sivasdescalzo

Adidas Originals Releases an Earth Tone NMD R1

Adidas Originals is back with another BOOST release featuring its runaway hit NMD R1 model. This time around the model receives an Earth tone makeover as khaki and brown serve as the main tones of the new colorway. Though mostly tonal throughout the shoe a black sole bumper and black rubber outsole found on the BOOST sole provide a hit of contrast to make the shoe really stand out. Retailing at $130 USD, the Khaki/Brown Adidas Originals NMD R1 is available now at retailers like Sneaker Politics.

For more adidas news, head here to check out the Grey/Olive UltraBOOST 3.0.

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Thisr Under Armour Curry 3 Colorway Pays Homage to Steph's Slick Jumpshot

One half of the Splash Brothers will be releasing a pair of sneakers inspired by his slippery jump shot. Stephen Curry’s recently unveiled Under Armour Curry 3 will soon be available in a ”Reign Water” iteration, where its upper hosts a combination of Neptune Green, Sable and Metallic Gold throughout. Anafoam and Charged Cushioning provide comfort and support while its Threadborne™ construction enhances durability without compromising a lightweight feel.

Following the Curry 3 “Dub Nation Heritage” and “SC Camo” releases, the Under Armour Curry 3 “Reign Water” will officially release at select retailers, such as Sneaker Politics, for $150 USD on October 28.

Is This the Best adidas AlphaBOUNCE Colorway Yet?

There’s no doubt that Adidas has successfully conquered the higher end of the sneaker market with its popularUltraBOOST, Yeezy Boost, and NMD releases. However, it seems the German sportswear giant is ramping up its effort to make its affordable alternatives more stylish as well, most notably the AlphaBOUNCE andCloudfoam Ultra Zen which retails for $100 USD and $60 USD respectively. Thanks to Instagram user@sneakerprophet_ it looks like the former is making a return in a tonal beige makeup following the release of a “Blackout” pair last month. We will keep you posted with any updates regarding the release of this “Beige”AlphaBOUNCE.

The Air Jordan 4 Receives a Royal Colorway

For the upcoming 2017 Air Jordan Retro lineup, Jordan Brand will give the popular Jordan 4 a luxe new colorway. “Royalty” features the OG Jumpman on the tongue tab, a black nubuck upper, and contrasting white sole with black hits. What really gives this shoe a royal look and feel is the gold finish finish found on the lace holders and branding. Priced at $190 USD, expect to see the shoe drop sometime in January of 2017 at Jordan Brand retailers, stay tuned for more details as they become available.

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adidas Unveils James Harden's Vol. 1 Signature Shoes

Nearly a year in the making since James Harden left Nike to sign with adidas in October 2015, the All-Star’sfirst signature shoe with the brand, titled “Harden Vol. 1,” has finally been revealed. Including four different colorways, titled “Home,” “Cargo,” “Gila Monster” and “Pioneer” the unique color-blocked pattern and asymmetrical lacing came from a variety of needs observed from the Rockets guard as he moved on the court. In an interview with Sneaker News, VP of Basketball Design Brian Foresta mentioned that Harden’s personal experience of bruising his toes and constantly having others step on them led to the incorporation of leather in the toe box area. Additionally, the lacing along the lateral came from the need to relieve tension along the top of the foot. The silhouette also includes full-length Boost cushioning, a TPU support shank and “The Beard’s” engraved autograph along the medial. With Harden’s iconic persona, this shoe line is an extension of his personal style as well as the functionality he sought from a sneaker. Set for a release date of December 3, 2016, be sure to check back for additional updates.

NEWS FASHION FOOTWEAR MUSIC ARTS DESIGN ALL SECTIONS VIDEOS FORUMS STORE Nike Is Dropping a Beige Colorway of the Air Presto Mid Utility

Originally unveiled last month, Nike’s Air Presto Mid Utility is getting its most overt military-inspired makeup yet with the upcoming release of a beige colorway for the silhouette — essentially a mid-top take on the Presto that’s tailor made for the fall/winter season. Here the design adopts a tan desert-like hue throughout, applying it to everything from the modified upper and molded cage to the laces, air-cushioned midsole and rubber outsole for a distinct military-boot-of-the-future look.

Though a concrete release date has yet to surface, fans can expect these to hit shelves soon at select NSW spots.

A Look at the Monochrome adidas UltraBOOST 2.0 "Reflective LTD"

Perhaps one of the more under-hyped colorways, the adidas UltraBOOST 2.0 “Reflective LTD” lives up to its name sporting reflecting fabric weaved into a monochrome grey, light-grey and black Primeknit. The look is broken up by a solid black TPU cage and branded heel, finished with a transparent, branded tongue tag. While not much information about the silhouette appears online, Fleet Feet Sports in Chicago is said to have recently stocked up them. No retail price has been listed yet, but the most recent grey 2.0′s retailed for $180 USD.

Adidas Unveils the UltraBOOST 3.0 in Red

Adidas continues to roll out more versions of its newest UltraBOOST 3.0, following a recent preview of its latest navy rendition. This time, we’re given a first look at a deep red version of the silhouette, comprised of speckled Primeknit in a white and crimson hue throughout the upper, along with tonal laces, a translucent lace cage and branding on the tongue. A contrasting white BOOST sole and red heel cup provide overall support and comfort while rounding out the rest of the shoe’s design. Be sure to check back for more updates on an official release date.

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adidas EQT Support ADV Drops in "Cool Grey"

Recently releasing overseas is the adidas EQT Support ADV in this brand new “Cool Grey” colorway. The upper constructed from a suede, mesh and synthetic combination features the iconic Three Stripes branding on the side panel with the trademark translucent cage reinforced on the rear portion. At the base sits a clean white rubber outsole to provide comfort and support, not mention a cool color contrast. While no information has yet been made available regarding a stateside release, be sure to check back with us for further updates.