Whether you are someone who prefers a new take on a nostalgic basketball sneakers from the ‘90s or an under-the-radar New Balance collaboration from a shop overseas, there are some great pairs on this week’s release calendar.
Highlights this week include Social Status’ takes on the Air Penny 1, some Nike SB Dunks inspired by the Phillies and Mets, the latest from Teddy Santis’ tenure at New Balance, a new collab from Bodega, and more. Take a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Nike Air Bo Turf
Nike SB Dunk 'Baseball' Pack
Price: $115-$125
When: Thursday, July 14 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The first series of MLB-inspired SB Dunks are hitting Nike SNKRS later this week. An SB Dunk Low takes cues from the popular throwback uniforms of the Philadelphia Phillies with a powder blue upper and burgundy Swoosh, while the SB Dunk High is covered in the teams colors of the Phils’ NL East rival, the New York Mets. Nods to each city appear on the inner tongue like a cheesesteak on the Phillies pair and apple on the Mets version.
Maison Château Rouge x Air Jordan 2
Nike Air Force 1 'Fresh'
Social Status x Nike Air Penny 1
Price: TBD
When: Friday, July 15
Where: Social Status and socialstatuspgh.com
What You Need to Know: Social Status is finally releasing its Air Penny 1 collaboration. The first colorway is nearly identical to the Orlando Magic-inspired OG with a black, white, and royal blue upper. The second pair opts for a tan upper with white and black details. Social Status adds its own unique touches to the ‘90s basketball classic in the form of special heel branding and interchangeable velcro Swooshes to represent various sports.
New Balance Made in USA 990v3 'Raw Amethyst'
Price: $200
When: Friday, July 15 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The most colorful pair to date from Teddy Santis’ tenure with New Balance Made in USA is releasing later this week. This 990v3 features a navy blue mesh upper with lavender suede overlays and bright orange branding hits. A cream midsole completes the otherwise vibrant color scheme.
Bodega x New Balance 574 Legacy
Price: $130
When: Friday, July 15 at 12 p.m.
Where: Bodega stores and bdgastore.com
What You Need to Know: After an exclusive pre-launch during Paris Fashion Week, Bodega is releasing its latest New Balance project this week. Tonal royal blue and yellow colorways of the 574 Legacy will both be available. Each features reflective silver detailing on areas like the heel tab and lateral “N” logo, perforated pig suede on the medial “N” logo and ankle collar, a special Earth logo on each tongue inspired by traveling, and logos nodding to the Boston boutique’s 15th anniversary on each insole.