The Air Jordan 5 “Year of the Snake” is one of three confirmed Air Jordans releasing in January for the Chinese New Year. Courtesy of Jordan Brand. With the Air Jordan 5 “Earth/Metallic Gold” in just under two weeks, another brand new colorway for the model will release this month with a few subtle flourishes. […]
Kim Kardashian wears the Nike Air Max 95 ‘Pink Foam’ during January 2022. A Nike Air Max colorway which went under the radar following its initial 2020 launch but has since become valuable on the resale market is set to return this year. Multiple sources have confirmed a forthcoming return of the Nike Air Max […]
Fleet Feet CEO Joey Pointer. Courtesy of Fleet Feet With key leadership hires, acquisitions in major markets and new partnerships with emerging brands, Fleet Feet had a standout 2024 — but the run specialty retailer is not resting on its laurels. Although the new year is young, Fleet Feet has wasted no time bolstering its […]
Dr Martens 2976 DMXL Platform Chelsea Boot Dr Martens (Airwair International) Know your boots? When cool temperatures come around, many people celebrate the arrival of “Sweater Weather.” But for shoe lovers, it’s all about boot season — embracing the extremely versatile footwear built to protect feet from the elements. But qualifies as a boot in […]
Seven leading voices in sneakers share what they’re looking forward to the most in 2025. Courtesy of Saucony, ALD, Jordan Brand, Adidas, Unheardof, Bodega and Nike Although the sneaker community loves a good debate, and oftentimes a strong complaint, there was plenty of good that happened in 2024 — and 2025 also seems promising. What Adidas […]
The year 2024 has come to an end and FN is looking back at the celebrity shoe trends that dominated the past 12 months. From Zendaya in So Kate pumps to Tom Hardy in Air Jordans to Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s contrasting “Wicked” footwear styles, the stars were often spotted wearing the same head-turning […]
Leading sneaker retailers offer their predictions for 2025. Courtesy of Unheardof, Extra Butter, Clicks, Premium Goods, Makeway and Packer It’s impossible to tell the future, but sneaker storeowners have a good idea of what consumers can expect. With the year winding down, owners of several leading sneaker boutiques throughout the U.S. (Packer Shoes, Extra Butter, […]
Anta Kai Speed 1 “Pass the Torch.” Courtesy of Anta Anta has released a new family-focused colorway of the Kai 1 Speed, one of the brand’s court-ready shoes under NBA star Kyrie Irving’s signature range. The latest iteration of the Kai 1 Speed is “Pass the Torch,” a look Anta described as being inspired by […]
Bodega x Asics Gel-Kayano 20 “Friends & Family.” Courtesy of Bodega Bodega is closing out 2024 with another Asics collaboration. Coming off the heels of its successful “Small Wins Add Up” Gel-Kayano 20 release in September, the retailer has once again teamed up with Asics to give the aforementioned silhouette another new look. According to […]
Megan Thee Stallion attended a basketball game between the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics at the United Center on Dec. 21 in Chicago. The “Mamushi” rapper cozied up courtside, clad in a pair of Louis Vuitton ankle boots. The Timberland-esque style closely resembled the French designer brand’s LV Ranger silhouette. Retailing for $1,450.00 via the […]