This week of releases is headlined by the return of the fan-favorite "Bred" Air Jordan IV complete with OG "Nike Air" branding. Other highlights include the first retail release of a particular LeBron III colorway, the latest from Pharrell and Adidas, and more.
Drops start early this week with the "Remix" LeBron 16 hitting select retailers on Tuesday morning. They continue with the "Houston All-Star" LeBron III hitting shelves on Wednesday and two new pairs of the React Element 87 arriving on Thursday. Friday marks the release of two retro-inspired pairs of the NikeCourt Court Lite 2, Nike's "City Pride" pack themed after the throwback uniforms of three particular MLB franchises, the eye-catching "90s Kid" KD 12, and Billionaire Boys Club x Adidas NMD Hu "Digijack" pack.
Releases conclude on Saturday with the latest collection of designs from Alexander Wang for Adidas and the highly-anticpated launch of the "Bred" Air Jordan IV in true OG form.
For a more detailed look at all of this week's most important drops, here is a Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
Nike LeBron 16 'Remix'
Nike Zoom LeBron III 'Houston All-Star'
Nike React Element 87
Price: $160
When: Thursday, May 2 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is dropping off two new colorways of the React Element 87 this week. The first dons an earth-toned translucent upper with blue and purple detailing giving the pair a pop of color. The second option opts for a translucent upper, moss green panel wrapping the heel, brown accents, and blue laces. Each is completed with colored sections on the the toe and heel portion of the outsole and cork insoles for a subtle premium touch.
NikeCourt Court Lite 2
Price: $75
When: Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike has tweaked its afforable tennis silhouette, the Court Lite 2, for two new colorways dropping this Friday. The first is the vibrant "Pink Foam" option inspired by the tennis grounds in Paris. A white leather upper is accented by a red liner and laces, pink midsole, and pastel-colored outsole. A retro Nike logo appears stitched on each side panel, while a matching NikeCourt logo is stamped on each heel. The second option is much more lowkey with a white upper, orange accenting the side panel branding and outsole, and a NikeCourt logo embroidered on each heel in its traditional color scheme.
Nike 'City Pride' Pack
Price: $110-$130
When: Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is celebrating the return of Major League Baseball with the three sneaker "City Pride" pack. Classic silhouettes like the Air Trainer Huarache, Blazer Mid '77, and Air Force 1 Low have been outfitted in special colorways to represent the throwback uniforms of the Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs, and Toronto Blue Jays, respectively. Subtle details like red baseball stitching on each tongue and green insoles to symbolize the under brim of baseball caps complete each design.
Nike KD 12 '90s Kid'
Billionaire Boys Club x Adidas NMD Hu 'Digijack' Pack
Adidas Originals by Alexander Wang Spring/Summer 2019 Collection
Price: $220-$250
When: Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Alexander Wang continues his ongoing partnership with Adidas by releasing four new footwear options this weekend. The AW Bball and AW Bball Soccer return in pink and white colorways, respectively. Wang will debut the brand new Wangbody Run in two colorways as well. The runner-inspired low-top sports a mesh upper with leather and suede overlays, large branding running down each tongue, a Boost midsole, and retro-inspired outsole tread.
Air Jordan IV 'Bred'
