PUMA comes together with popular website/webstore Hypebeast on a popular Blaze OG and Blaze LTWT. The pack is dubbed the ‘Dim Sum Project’ and pays homage to Hong Kong’s signature dishes. The upper made up of a mix of leather, nylon and plastic panels on the side for stability. Each shoe includes a commemorative dustbag and set of chopsticks. Check out the shoes now at Kith Manhattan or online at KithNYC.com while they last.
Spring 2013 sees new Vans California and OTW models hit Kith NYC doors. The Vans California Sk8 Hi ($70 USD) returns in two new palm graphics seen printed around the silhouette. The multi-material design features small additions such as suede accenting and mesh lining for breathability. The high cut shoe includes a padded collar and footbed for additional comfort, while below is Vans’ popular vulcanized rubber outsole for durability and grip. The OTW Stovepipe ($95 USD) from Vans is a deconstructed, slimmed down mid-top design. The upper utilizes a hidden gillie lacing system and is grounded on a slimmer vulcanized outsole and tread. Patterned themed graphics are decorated around the shoe in mist coloring. Check out these Vans models and more at Kith Brooklyn or online at KithNYC.com.
The Zoom Hyperfranchise XD ($135 USD) is an athletic shoe ready to take over the court. Its upper features primarily Hyperfuse for lightweight breathability, while below sits an XDR outsole designed to withstand playing outdoors. Extra additions include two-tone laces and overlays at the toe for durability. The ever-popular Roshe Run ($70 USD) returns in a new grey colorway that balances innovation and design with a ripstop nylon upper. The midsole includes a Solarsoft sockliner for lightweight cushioning that sits on top of a contrasting colored rubber outsole. Finally comes the Lunarflash+ ($100 USD), Nike’s fresh new runner. The shoe features upgrades such as Lunarlon technology, a mesh inner sleeve for breathability, a TPU reinforced heel for stability, and a rubber waffle sole. Each Lunarflash+ is Nike+ ready, and this season sees the model drop in a mixed grey and orange color choice. Nike’s Zoom Hyperfranchise XD is available at Kith Brooklyn, while the Roshe Run and Lunarflash+ can be purchased at both Kith NYC stores today. All three are also available by phone order at 646-648-6285.
The Nike Air Max 1 Premium ($110 USD) is turning heads with its new denim makeup. The shoe includes all standard Air Max 1 detailing, but with an added grey denim upper with leather accents on the swoosh and panel stitching at the bottom from toe to heel. Finishing touches include matching laces, orange sockliner, outsole, and tongue branding to wrap it all together. This Air Max 97 QS ($160 USD) comes from the new Spring 2013 ‘Milan’ pack and has been reworked with Nike’s Hyperfuse technology. Extremely clean, the shoe features all over grey suede construction with a full length volt air bubble and matching sockliner. The Air Max 1 Premium is available at Kith NYC stores and the Air Max 97 QS is available at Kith Manhattan only. Both can be picked up by phone order at 646-648-6285.
adidas and Japan’s XLARGE join forces once again for the “Giraffe” Superstar 80s. The shoe offers a bold take on the iconic low-top style in a smooth black nubuck upper that’s complete with giraffe printed overlays. Hits of gold adidas foil branding are seen on the heel, and extra additions include the traditional Superstar toecap. Check out the shoe now in limited quantities at Kith Manhattan or online at KithNYC.com for $150 USD.
Boston retailer Bodega and Saucony present yet another Elite G9 collection. The G9 Shadow 6 and the G9 Control come in bold colorway that mixes plenty of clashing colors along with leopard print. The Shadow 6 comes in a leopard make up with tan mixtures, hits of red and purple. The first G9 Control releases in grey with hits of navy, purple and tan. Both styles are available in limited quantities at Kith Manhattan.
Tokyo’s favorite mita sneakers joins forces with adidas Originals once again for a superb new colorway of the retro ZX 8000 runner. The updated ZX 8000 features a mesh, leather and suede mixed upper, with subtle hits of black, light grey and green color combinations. Additional details are seen with mita’s chain-link graphic on the sockliner. Available for $130 USD, pick up these limited shoes at Kith Manhattan while they last.
Earlier today, Ronnie Fieg presented a closer look at the full East Coast Project apparel collection. The full line drops at both Kith NYC locations and online at 11am EST on May 10th, as well with the Ronnie Fieg x ASICS “New York City” hitting Kith Manhattan only and the Ronnie Fieg x ASICS “Miami Beach” hitting Kith Brooklyn only. Click here for more details.
The Nike Dunk design has been given a lift with the wedge version for women. Featuring an internal wedge, the classic silhouette remains intact with the same iconic details and athletic look. The full textured upper now arrives in black, pink, green and orange, all of which are contrasted by a full-length EVA midsole for lightweight cushioning and impact absorption. The latest colorways are available at Kith NYC stores or by phone order at 646-648-6285.
LeBron James’ signature Nike shoe gets its newest make up in the X series. A hyperfused upper made with mesh covers the internal construction of Flywires for support and strength. A multicolor upper acts as a base for teal detailing on the lining. A full length air bubble on the outsole offers superior spring and agility for athletic use. The Nike LeBron X is available at Kith NYC stores today for $180 USD.