Release Roundup: Sneakers You Need to Check Out This Weekend

From the A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 12 to the Supreme x Nike Air Bakin, here is a complete guide to all of this week's best sneaker relaeses.

Feb 28, 2023
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Looking for a new pair of sneakers to add to the rotation? This week’s release calendar is full of some familiar faces dropping off new collaborations.

A Ma Maniere is delivering its take on the Air Jordan 12, Ambush has two new Air Forces 1s hitting stores, Supreme has put its spin on the Air Bakin, and LeBron James is even dropping off a new lifestyle project with Nike to celebrate his investment in Liverpool FC.

Take a more detailed look at these pairs, and the rest of this week’s best sneaker releases, below. 

Ambush x Nike Air Force 1

Ambush x Nike Air Force 1 Low DV3464 001 Lateral
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Price: $190

When: Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Ambush is dropping off two more colorways of its Air Force 1 Low collab this week. Black and white-based leather options are available. Each incorporates details like a contrasting rubber Swoosh that extends past the heel, plastic heel counter complete with tonal Ambush branding, a co-branded tongue tag, and three-dimensional dubraes.

Ambush x Nike Air Force 1 Low DV3464 002 Lateral
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Women's Nike Zoom Vomero 5 'Black'

Women's Nike Zoom Vomero 5 'Black'
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Price: $160

When: Wednesday, March 1 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Nike continues to supply us with new colorways of the Zoom Vomero 5. The latest is one of the most simplistic to date. It features a black upper composed thick mesh with nubuck and plastic overlays, a cream midsole, gum bottoms, and an orange tongue tag to provide a small pop of color. 

A Ma Maniere x Women's Air Jordan 12

A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 12 Black DV6989 001 Lateral
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Price: $225 

When: Thursday, March 2 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: A Ma Maniere adds to its impressive collection of Air Jordan collabs with this Air Jordan 12 set to arrive on Thursday morning. The pair features the color palette that has become a signature of AMM with a black nubuck upper and  hairy suede burgundy shroud. Premium details include a quilted satin liner, metal eyelets, waxed laces, and a metal Jumpman on the tongue. 

Supreme x Nike Air Bakin

Supreme x Nike Air Bakin Spring 2023 Collab
Image via Supreme

Price: TBD

When: Thursday, March 2 at 11 a.m.

Where: supreme.com

What You Need to Know: Supreme’s latest collab with Nike reimagines the cult classic Air Bakin. The ‘90s basketball silhouette popularized by players like Tim Hardaway will be available in two new colorways. The first features an all-white upper and comes complete with a set of extra yellow laces if you’re looking for a pop of color. The second option is the louder of the two with a black upper and a colorful gradient overlay. Supreme adds its unique stamp to the designs in the form of logos on the heel tab, insoles, and a flaming “NYC” logo stitched on each heel. 

New Balance 996

New Balance 996
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Price: $189.99

When: Friday, March 3 at 10 a.m.

Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Initially released exclusively by Aimé Leon Dore last Friday, the Made in USA 996 is getting a wider launch this week. The pair sports a two-toned blue mesh and suede upper, tan suede heel, white laces, and cream accents. This marks the first release of the 996 since 2021.

Women's Air Jordan 14 'Metallic Silver'

Air Jordan 14 Low Women's 'Metallic Silver' DH4121 060 Lateral
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Price: $180

When: Friday, March 3 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: This upcoming colorway of the Air Jordan 14 turns its automotive inspiration up a level with metallic silver uppers. The Ferrari-inspired silhouette is completed with black and red details.

Women's Nike Dunk Low 'Sanddrift'

Women's Nike Dunk Low 'Sanddrfit'
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Price: $110

When: Saturday, March 4 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Another clean women’s colorway of the Dunk Low is releasing this weekend. The pair features a tan nubuck upper with darker suede overlays. A leather tongue tag and debossed heel tab give this one a premium feel.

Air Jordan 5 'University Blue'

Air Jordan 5 Retro 'UNC' DV1310 401 Lateral
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Price: $225

When: Saturday, March 4 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Another UNC-inspired Air Jordan is hitting retailers on Saturday morning. This time, the signature shade of Carolina Blue covers the Air Jordan 5. The pair is dressed in blue nubuck with black accents. The Team Jordan tag used on various collegiate-inspired Air Jordan colorways in recent years is sewn on the heel. 

LeBron James x Nike Air Max 1 'Liverpool'

Nike Air Max 1 'Liverpool' FB8914 100 Lateral
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Price: $180

When: Saturday, March 4 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: LeBron James’ latest non-signature release with Nike nods to his investment in Liverpool FC. A mix of white, black, teal, and red that nod to the color scheme of the club’s kits cover this new take on the Air Max 1. Finishing touches include LeBron and Liverpool logos on each insole and additional Liverpool branding stamped on each heel. Expect to see LeBron rocking these courtside sooner than later.

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