Looking for a new pair of sneakers for the spring rotation? Plenty of veterans in the sneaker collaboration space are dropping off their latest creations this week.
Bape has linked back up with Adidas for a celebratory take on the Campus 80s, Jeff Staple has designed two pairs of the Puma Suede, Stüssy offers a take on the Chuck 70 with luxurious pearl logos, and Comme des Garçons nods to ‘80s hoops with three colorways of the Terminator High. There are also great new colorways of the New Balance 990v3, Nike Air Force 1, and more up for grabs.
Take a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Looking for a new pair of sneakers for the spring rotation? Plenty of veterans in the sneaker collaboration space are dropping off their latest creations this week.
Bape has linked back up with Adidas for a celebratory take on the Campus 80s, Jeff Staple has designed two pairs of the Puma Suede, Stüssy offers a take on the Chuck 70 with luxurious pearl logos, and Comme des Garçons nods to ‘80s hoops with three colorways of the Terminator High. There are also great new colorways of the New Balance 990v3, Nike Air Force 1, and more up for grabs.
Take a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
New Balance Made in USA 990 'Green/Gold'
Price: $189.99-$199.99
When: Thursday, March 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest drop from Teddy Santis’ New Balance Made in USA line includes bright takes of the 990v1 and 990v3. Each pair features a mix of kelly green mesh and hairy suede across its upper. Cream detailing and yellow “N” logos complete the spring-ready pairs.
Stüssy x Converse Chuck 70
Price: $110
When: Thursday, March 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following multiple drops centered around the Nike Air Penny 2 to kick off 2023, Stüssy is reimagining the Converse Chuck 70 for its latest sneaker collab. The classic silhouette sports a cream hemp upper, special tongue branding, and Stüssy’s “SS” logo drawn out in pearlized studs on each lateral heel.
Staple x Puma Suede 'Gidra'
Price: TBD
When: Friday, March 31 at 1
Where: puma.com, staplepigeon.com, Puma stockists, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Staple is releasing the second installment of its latest collection with Puma later this week. The drop is inspired by Gidra, an Asian-American student-run newspaper created in response to anti-Asian sentiment in 1969. Two variations of the Puma Suede will be up for grabs in grey, black, and yellow colorways. Details that nod Gidra’s design elements complete each pair.
Nike Air Foamposite One
Price: $250
When: Friday, March 31 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is dropping off a new colorway of the Air Foamposite One on Friday. This pair’s black shell is covered in white swirls. Black pigskin on the eyestay and heel add a premium touch. Tonal Penny logos on each heel and the quote “Luck/Success Happens When Preparation Meets Opportunity” scrawled on each insole complete this color scheme.
Air Jordan 11 Low 'Cement Grey'
Price: $185
When: Saturday, April 1 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest Air Jordan 11 Low debuts on Saturday morning. This pair sports a white ballistic mesh upper, Cement Grey patent leather mudguard, icy bottoms, and subtle University Blue detailing on the tongue and insole.
Nike Air Force 1 'University Red'
Price: $150
When: Saturday, April 1 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: This colorway of the Air Force 1 is guaranteed to turn some heads. The iconic low top sports a red leather upper with white accenting the Swoosh. Retro “Nike Air” branding is stitched on each heel tab.
Comme des Garçons x Nike Terminator High
Price: $235
When: Saturday, April 1
Where: Comme des Garçons and Dover Street Market stores
What You Need to Know: Initially revealed at the brand’s Spring/Summer 2023 showroom back in June 2022, the Comme des Garçons x Nike Terminator High finally releases this weekend. Three simplistic colorways will be available, “White/Black,” “White/Navy,” and “White/Red.” The main tweak is that “CDG” has replaced the Terminator’s signature “NIKE” branding on the left heel.
Bape x Adidas Campus 80s
Price: TBD
When: Saturday, April 1
Where: Adidas Confirmed, Bape stores, bape.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Bape has collaborated with Adidas to create a special take on the Campus 80s. The pair features a navy blue suede upper with mismatched white leather branding on each side panel. One side features Bape’s shooting star, while the other showcases Adidas’ Three Stripes. Other accents include gold foil co-branding on each heel, a 30th anniversary logo stamped on the tongue, and gold Bape dubraes.
Rhuigi Villaseñor x Puma Suede
Price: $120
When: Saturday, April 1
Where: puma.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Rhuigi Villaseñor adds to his archive of Puma collaborations with this brand new take on the Suede. The pair sports a pink suede upper, contrasting cream accents on areas like the chunky laces and formstrip, “19” and “91” written across the heels in gold, and a co-branded tongue tag. The execution is meant to celebrate New York City and the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.