Nike’s Scorpion-Themed Air Max Belongs in the Tiffany Store
Nike has unveiled a new Air Max 95 model dubbed "Scorpion," featuring a blue‑black "Gamma Blue" palette that echoes Tiffany’s signature hues. The sneaker is adorned with scorpion graphics and the iconic Swoosh, extending the motif to an accompanying Air Max Plus VII. While no official launch date has been announced, the shoes are expected to appear on Nike.com later this year. The release continues Nike’s pattern of luxury‑inspired colorways without a formal partnership with Tiffany & Co.
Nike Strikes Gold With a Crazy-Clean Chrome Air Max
Nike has re‑launched the metallic "Chrome" Air Max 90, a silver‑leather version of its iconic silhouette. The shoe retains the classic Air Max 90 shape and white Air‑cushioned sole, but the upper is fully coated in reflective silver. Priced at $160, the...
Carhartt Put the WIP in Whip
Ford and workwear icon Carhartt have unveiled the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package, a limited‑edition pickup that blends the truck’s rugged engineering with Carhartt’s durable apparel aesthetics. The interior features abrasion‑resistant, canvas‑inspired fabric stitched triple for strength, while the exterior...
The Latest & Greatest TAG Heuer F1 Watch Runs on Sun
TAG Heuer unveiled two new Formula 1‑inspired solar watches: the pastel‑colored Solargraph 38 mm series and the black‑dial Solargraph Indy 500 edition. Both rely on the brand’s Solargraph technology, with the pastel models reaching a full day’s power after just two minutes of...
Answering the Quintessential Loafer Lover's Question: Weejuns or Sebago?
The article compares G.H. Bass Weejuns and Sebago Dan loafers, two classic moccasin‑style shoes priced around $200 each. While both feature leather uppers and soles, the Weejuns have a longer vamp, pronounced stitching and a slimmer silhouette that requires a...
This Vans-Obsessed Photographer Rescued a Forgotten Sneaker (EXCLUSIVE)
Julian Klincewicz, a photographer‑director known for luxury collaborations, has partnered with Vans' OT & W (OTW) imprint to resurrect the brand’s forgotten Style 31 sneaker. The project delivers one‑of‑one colorways inspired by early‑2000s Southern‑California skate culture, featuring a multi‑layered heel scab that shifts...
The Adidas Samba Slip-On Is a Luxurious Summer Treat for the Feet
Adidas has transformed its iconic Samba sneaker into the Samba Mule, a backless slip‑on that retains the classic leather and woven upper, flat rubber sole, and T‑toe detail. The new model arrives in off‑white, brown, and indigo, targeting summer‑ready consumers...
Nike’s Techiest Air Max Rides a Different Wave
Nike has reimagined its iconic Air Max 95 with the Big Bubble Tech edition, swapping the classic stacked upper for a sleek mesh construction and streamlined swirly lines. The redesign introduces a futuristic aesthetic while retaining the signature Air Max cushioning....
These Wildly Patched-Up Vans Sneakers Really Get Better With Age (EXCLUSIVE)
Vans has teamed with London‑based vintage label *Better With Age* to release reworked Authentic and Half Cab sneakers that look deliberately aged, featuring sun‑faded canvas, yellowed soles and removable oversized patches. A hands‑on workshop at Dover Street Market London on...
MENACE Just Made the Ultimate Adidas Mom Shoe (EXCLUSIVE)
MENACE has teamed with adidas to release the "Old Rose" Superstar, a pink suede sneaker that pays tribute to the founder's mother and immigrant parents. The shoe features bandana‑stitched suede uppers, patchwork accents and a mattress‑inspired sock liner, emphasizing a...
In a Sea Of Blues, Nike's Original Sneaker Is Making Waves
Nike has re‑launched its Air Max 95 OG with a bold three‑tone blue colorway punctuated by a flash of green. The sneaker blends leather, mesh and suede, while the full‑length visible Max Air unit remains a hallmark of comfort. The...
Nike's Beautifully Metallic New Sneaker Is Gold Medal Worthy
Nike has introduced a chrome‑finished version of its Pacific sneaker, priced at $85 on the brand’s website. The metallic edition builds on the Pacific’s heritage, borrowing the rounded toe‑box and wedged midsole from iconic models like the Cortez and LD‑1000....
Stüssy’s Founder Is Back to Making Streetwear for Himself
Shawn Stussy, the founder of iconic streetwear label Stüssy, has resurrected his side brand S/DOUBLE after an eight‑year hiatus, unveiling Season 7 in Australia. The launch was announced with a hand‑drawn mural at Globe’s Australian headquarters and featured a campaign shot...
New Balance's Legendary Dad Shoe Is Officially Summer Ready
New Balance has refreshed its iconic Made‑in‑USA 992 dad shoe for summer, releasing it in a deep‑sea blue palette accented with green‑apple and yellow highlights. The sneaker retains its heritage chunky silhouette while incorporating ABZORB cushioning for all‑day comfort. Priced...
The Third Generation of On Cloudmonster Unites Every Runner
On’s third‑generation Cloudmonster line now offers three distinct models—Cloudmonster 3, Cloudmonster 3 Hyper, and LightSpray Cloudmonster 3 Hyper—each engineered for a specific running style. The base Cloudmonster 3 delivers triple‑layer CloudTec cushioning and a nylon Speedboard for consistent energy return on everyday runs. The Hyper version...
Diadora's Equipe Brings '70s Style Into the Present
Diadora is re‑launching two iconic 1970s sneakers, the Equipe Vela and Equipe Revenge, for its Spring/Summer 2026 collection. Both models blend the brand’s classic “Fregio” logo with modern materials—nylon, suede, mesh and metallic accents—to deliver retro aesthetics and contemporary performance. The...
25 Streetwear Brands Every Highsnobiety Reader Should Know & Where To Buy Them
Highsnobiety has published an ongoing, no‑ranking list of 25 streetwear brands that define the scene in 2026, ranging from heritage workwear like Carhartt WIP to luxury‑crossover powerhouses such as Off‑White and Fear of God. The roundup highlights how collaborations—Patta’s Nike...
Adidas Unleashes a Wildly Refined Low-Rise Cheetah Sneaker
adidas has reissued its 1971 Kareem Abdul‑Jabbar signature shoe, the Jabbar Lo, now featuring a striking cheetah‑print panel. The sneaker retains its low‑rise, premium leather construction and classic three‑stripe branding while adding a bold animal‑print accent. Functional details such as...
Good Bags Have One Million Pockets
POTR, the military‑styled line from 90‑year‑old Yoshida & Co., unveiled its DISSECTION collection, adding a front panel bristling with cargo pockets to its flagship backpack, tote, and three crossbody models. Constructed from Cordura ballistic nylon, the bags feature mesh sleeves,...
The Best Birkenstock Sandals Are Becoming Real Studs
Birkenstock has introduced the Siena rivet sandal, its fourth metal‑stud model, reworking the classic Arizona silhouette with parallel straps and dense hardware. The shoe is sold exclusively to members who create an account on the brand’s website and is priced...
How to Eye-Dentify Great Sunnies
Highsnobiety’s May 5 shopping newsletter spotlights practical sunglasses, arguing that cheap, well‑chosen shades often outshine expensive designer pairs. Editor Max Migowski shares personal anecdotes, including a $7 rest‑stop pair that earned more compliments than high‑priced options. He recommends timeless models from...
Haider Ackermann Made the World's Fanciest Sunglasses Even Fancier (EXCLUSIVE)
Colombian‑French designer Haider Ackermann, now creative director at Tom Ford, has partnered with artisanal eyewear house Jacques Marie Mage to launch a limited‑edition sunglasses collection. The three models—MELCHIOR, BALTHAZAR and GASPARD—debut on May 6 and feature leather‑wrapped frames, a nod to...
From Nike to Salomon, Browse This Week’s Best Sneaker Releases
Highsnobiety’s weekly guide spotlights seven fresh sneaker drops, ranging from ASICS’s architecturally‑inspired Gel‑Kinetic 2.0 to Nike’s collaborative Air Max 1000.2 and Patta‑styled Mercurial Zoom Vapor 16 SE. Salomon makes a subtle entry into everyday fashion with the X‑ALP Woven, while...
MAX&Co. And the End of Outfit Panic
MAX&Co. unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, marrying practicality with a rebellious edge. The line features oversized trenches, cargo jackets, voluminous trousers and versatile accessories designed to transition from office to evening. A campaign starring model Paloma LeFriant reinforces the non‑conformist...
The Slimmest, Sleekest Adidas Sneaker Mutated Into a Fire-Breathing Beast
Adidas has unveiled the Taekwondo F50, its slimmest, sleekest sneaker yet, featuring aggressive dragon‑scale embossing, metallic stripes, and a scarlet‑red upper. The shoe blends a low‑profile, foot‑hugging silhouette with concealed laces and sharp black shading, drawing on the brand’s martial‑arts and...
New Balance’s Nuttiest Dad Shoe Is Too Delicious for Its Own Good
New Balance is launching the 991v1 “Chipmunk,” a Made‑in‑UK dad sneaker priced at $270 and slated for release on May 7. The shoe features a tannish‑brown “chipmunk” hue, creamy nubuck leather uppers, and the brand’s signature chunky sole. It follows a...
Adidas’ Slickest Slipper Sneaker Strikes Gold
Adidas has launched a new gold‑finished Taekwondo F50 sneaker, blending the wavy 2006 cleat silhouette with the brand’s flat, laceless Taekwondo shoe. The hybrid design looks seamless despite its mixed heritage, and it is priced at $120. It is currently...
Nike’s Butter Yellow Forces Are Undercover Cuties
Nike has launched a new "Soft Yellow" Air Force 1 Low, featuring silk‑like ribbon laces that echo the brand’s recent wedding‑ready Jordan 11 design. The buttery yellow hue is part of a "Ribbon Lace" pack that also includes pink and...
No One Noticed Miu Miu's Surprise New Balance Collab. Except Us
Miu Miu quietly restocked its coveted New Balance 530 SL sneaker, adding original brown suede and fresh sage‑green and periwinkle‑blue colorways while keeping the $1,270 price tag. The drop arrived without fanfare, relying on a silent website update that only...
Supreme’s New Shoe Has an Actual Job History
Supreme and Dr. Martens have launched the Postal Supreme, a four‑eyelet shoe built from the ground up for the streetwear label. The design blends Dr. Martens’ rugged leather upper and grippy rubber sole with Supreme’s snakeskin‑debossed pattern, delivering a work‑wear aesthetic for...
Patrick Dempsey Channels the Ethos of Jack Heuer
TAG Heuer has broadened its luxury portfolio by launching three high‑performance eyewear collections—Jack Heuer, Mini Vingt‑Sept and Shield Pro—each drawing on the brand’s motorsport DNA. The Swiss house appointed actor‑racer Patrick Dempsey as the face of the new line, leveraging...
Who’s the Brand Behind The $1,000 Jordan Jacket?
Japanese streetwear label Saint Michael has teamed with Jordan Brand to release a limited‑edition varsity jacket priced at $1,000. The piece blends Jordan’s iconic University Red color with Saint Michael’s distressed aesthetic, featuring "Saint Jordan" lettering, Michael Jordan’s 23/45 numbers,...
This Workwear Is Meant to Be Worked In
Japanese designer Tsukasa Yaehata’s label TATAMIZE revives genuine workwear by hand‑crafting each piece in his Sendai atelier. After 2020 the brand shifted to a stripped‑down, made‑to‑order model, selling functional items like a $60 cap and $90 linen apron directly to...
This Furry, Scaly Samba Is a Beast of Its Own
Adidas has unveiled a limited‑edition take on its iconic OG Samba, reimagined with a pony‑hair bristled base and serpent‑skin indentations. The “furry, scaly” sneaker is offered in three neutral‑toned colorways—gray, black and off‑white—each priced at $110. Released as a pack...
New Balance’s Ridiculously Cozy Dad Clog Has UGG Flavor
New Balance introduced the Rover clog, a hybrid of suede uppers, buckles, and a stacked cushioned sole that evokes Birkenstock’s Boston clog and UGG’s comfort aesthetic. Priced at roughly $100, the shoe launched as an overseas‑exclusive and quickly sold out...
Adidas’ Sweet Vanilla-Flavored Loafer Is a Dressy Dessert
Adidas has introduced a new colorway of its Handball Spezial loafer called “Warm Vanilla.” The shoe swaps the traditional suede upper for a glossy vanilla‑colored leather, retaining the sneaker‑inspired rubber sole and gilded Trefoil logo. Priced around $140, it is...
In Olive Green, Nike's Zippered Air Max Is Earth-Toned Perfection
Nike has re‑issued its Air Max 95 Zip in a new “Medium Olive” colorway, slated for a summer 2024 drop on the brand’s website at roughly $210. The sneaker swaps the original suede upper for buttery‑soft leather and adds breathable mesh...
New Balance’s Weirdest Dad Shoe Just Got Weirder
New Balance has reimagined its 1890 model by pairing the 890v3’s squiggly upper with the 2002’s cushy ABZORB sole, creating a tech‑forward "dad shoe" hybrid. Designer Joe Freshgoods, marking his 12th collaboration with the brand, injects ’90s rap‑video aesthetics into...
A Scaly Adidas Mary Jane Sneaker Slithers Into the Ballet Chat
adidas has added a new black snakeskin‑covered Tokyo Mary Jane sneaker to its lineup, extending the brand’s playful take on ballet‑style footwear. The shoe retains the classic stretchy straps and ultra‑flat sole of the original Tokyo MJ while featuring glossy...
Nike’s Olive-Toned Slipper Sneaker Looks Crazy Good
Nike unveiled the Medium Olive Air Superfly Moc, a minimalist sneaker dressed in smooth suede and an olive‑green palette with a pink swoosh. Priced at $100, the shoe drops on May 1 via Naked’s website and will be paired with a...
Why Did This 106-Year-Old American Brand Become Japanese Fashion?
Eddie Bauer, the 106‑year‑old American outdoor label, has relaunched in Japan under the Black Label diffusion line, partnering with Japanese military‑inspired brand HYKE. The collaboration reimagines iconic pieces like the Skyliner down jacket and MA‑1 bomber with oversized silhouettes and...
New Balance’s Grey GORE-TEX Dad Sneaker Is a Trail-Minded Banger
New Balance is launching the 1906 "Grey Days" dad sneaker in a Slate Gray colorway, featuring GORE‑TEX waterproof and breathable construction. The shoe adds quick‑style adjustable laces that echo traditional trail footwear. Priced at $170, it will be available on...
Basic Tees Are Better When They Aren't Basic
Hanes, the century‑old American tee maker, is turning its low‑cost basics into premium fashion pieces through high‑profile collaborations. A recent partnership with Saturdays NYC re‑imagines a sub‑$10 Walmart tee as a two‑pack priced at $59, featuring an oversized cut, hidden...
Umbro Knows Ball
Umbro, once England’s premier sportswear supplier, has shifted from dormant kit contracts to a series of high‑profile streetwear collaborations. Its latest four‑piece collection with niche screen‑printer Secondhalf.pdf reimagines vintage shirt textures on tees and hats, targeting a small but dedicated...
Why a Former Dior Designer Got Into Pottery
Former Dior Homme chief Kris Van Assche left Berluti in 2021 and has since pivoted from runway design to luxury homeware and art. He launched two high‑end ceramic vase collections, Joséphine and Rosamar, with French brand Serax, and began producing...
Vans’ Next Vibram-Soled Skate Shoe Is Part Frog
Vans has launched a new OTW Authentic 44 skate shoe featuring siped Vibram soles and a frog‑skin‑inspired “Amphibian Deep Indigo” upper. The high‑end model combines hairy suede, a leather collar and patterned pebbly texture, delivering superior wet‑traction. Priced around $105,...
New Balance’s Cortado-Flavored "Miu Miu" Sneaker Is Even Tastier Now
New Balance has launched a new 204L “Cortado” sneaker that blends a pumpernickel‑brown mesh underlay with espresso‑colored suede overlays. The colorway revisits the brand’s earlier “Cortado” palette, previously seen on 2010 dad shoes and earlier 204L drops. The shoe is...
Even In Khaki, Adidas' Handball Spezial Is Extremely Un-Boring
adidas has launched a new Trace Khaki version of its Handball Spezial sneaker, priced at $110. The shoe retains the original 1979 handball‑inspired silhouette while swapping the classic white leather for muted khaki leather, beige overlays, and cargo‑brown stripes. The release...
The Ordinary’s $175 Banana Is Something To Chew On
The Ordinary launched a six‑city pop‑up grocery concept called “Markup Marché,” staging absurdly priced items such as a $175.90 banana, a $195.50 coconut and $96.20 toilet‑paper rolls. The stunt, staged in Toronto, London, São Paulo, Melbourne and two other locations, mimics...
Adidas' World Cup-Ready Handball Spezial Is Patriotism At Its Most Stylish
adidas has launched a World Cup‑themed "federation pack" of its classic Handball Spezial sneaker, releasing 11 country‑specific colorways ahead of the 2026 FIFA tournament. The drops reinterpret national flags through subtle leather tones while retaining the shoe’s heritage suede upper,...