Sneaker Releases: Cariuma to Drop Slip-On Skate Pro in June + More
June 13, 2022: Cariuma is set to launch what the brand is calling its most-requested silhouette ever, the Slip-On Skate Pro, on June 21. The Slip-On, according to Cariuma, was designed to meet the demands of professional skateboarders and casual wearers alike. From a sustainability standpoint, the sneaker features raw natural rubber, organic cotton, responsibly sourced LWG-certified suede and its signature cork and bio-foam insoles. For the person interested in performance, it is built with a rip-resistant toe area, uppers and heel collars padded with a lightweight foam for comfort and protection, thicker diagonal stripes on the foxing for side traction and sticky-grip outsoles made with raw natural rubber for board feel. The look will come with an $85 price tag.
May 12, 2022: Reebok is set to release a new iteration of the Question Low, the first signature shoe of NBA icon Allen Iverson, that is dedicated to his impact on multiple generations of ballers and basketball fans. The Reebok Question Low “Blueprint,” a heritage basketball shoe dressed entirely in blue, arrives May 20 via Reebok.com and select retailers. The sneaker will retail for $130. The “Blueprint” will come equipped with smooth nubuck and suede uppers, as well as elevated sockliners.
May 9, 2022: Givenchy has released its newest sneaker by creative director Matthew M. Williams. Dubbed his “dream shoe,” Williams’ new shoe for the luxury house was first spotted on the runway for spring 2022. Called the TK-360, the name alludes to its singular “total-knit” construction. It’s fully knitted, single-piece structure serves up a bold, custom-molded silhouette featuring a classic stretch knit upper that is fully integrated with the sole, making it possible to walk directly on the knit. A singular tread motif ensures an exclusive footprint, while subtle plays on texture and contrasting Givenchy lettering complete this style. The Givenchy TK-360 men’s sneaker, which retails for $895, comes in classic black or white as well as seasonal shades of acid yellow, graphite gray, camel beige, navy, and light pink. The style is now available in-store and online in select markets before rolling out worldwide through July 1.
May 9, 2022: Ewing Athletics is back with another sneaker inspired by a classic rap album. Available now for preorder via Shop.ewingathletics.com is the Ol’ Dirty Bastard x Ewing Rogue in two colorways inspired by “Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version” from 1995. For this release, Ewing Athletics partnered with the late rapper’s estate to deliver a predominantly yellow and a predominantly white iteration of the retro basketball shoe, with the yellow look featuring translucent blue outsoles and white speckled midsoles and the white look delivered with yellow translucent outsoles and white speckled midsoles. The look also comes with premium packaging featuring the album cover on the box and photos on the inside of the box. Retail price is $150 and the sneakers will ship mid-May.
April 28, 2022: Prince has unveiled its newest off court footwear line for men and women. Designed under the creative direction of David Grutman, the spring ’22 collection takes the elevated tennis club aesthetic to the streets. Styles such as the FST838 are a staple in the collection featuring a lace-up street sneaker silhouette that is crafted in vegan napa leather, neon pops, terry cloth lining, and heritage woven labels. “We’re so excited about the launch of the FST838 as part of Prince’s Off Court collection,” Grutman told FN. “Prince is a brand built on athletic performance, yet its look and heritage, translate well into modern casualwear. I love that this shoe mixes nostalgia and the now.” The collection, which retails between $45 and $120, is available now online at Pajar.com and at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada including Pajar Canada’s SoHo location.
April 28, 2022: Pro-Keds has teamed up with basketball culture brand Franchise to reintroduce the Skyhawk sneaker. According to Keds, this is the first time the shoe has ever been re-introduced and the Franchise collaboration is the first model in the re-introduction collection. Pulled straight out of the Pro-Keds archives, the Skyhawk is a ‘80s court classic with all the original details. This genuine bring back features a rubber cupsole construction, a pebbled archival-inspired midsole, and a herringbone outsole for added traction. The style is updated for this launch, however, with a retro nylon padded tongue and a tonal mix of suede, tumbled nubuck, and leather. The Pro-Keds Skyhawk sneaker is now available exclusively at Bdgastore.com.
April 17, 2022: Reebok has released an iteration of its iconic Pump Omni Zone 2 basketball shoe that was largely made famous by Dee Brown during the 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Dubbed “Parquet Court,” the shoe is inspired by the hues of the Boston Celtics, Brown’s team in 1991, and the team’s famed court. The look is delivered in a black and green color palette, and features sockliners reminiscent of Boston’s home court woodgrain. And as always, the shoe features the brand’s iconic custom-fit Pump technology system. The Reebok Pump Omni Zone 2 “Parquet Court” is available now via Reebok.com, as well as Foot Locker, Champs Sports, Finish Line and other select retailers. Retail price is $160.
April 15, 2022: Crosty, the Georgian Born, Italian-made sneaker brand from brother duo George and Shota Mikaia, has launched its newest sneaker drop, adding seven additional colorways to the brand’s best-selling “Onda” line. The new colorways include green, purple, blue marble, azure, orange, jam marble, and brown. Crosty is known for its street style designs favored by celebrities including Stephen Curry, Pete Davidson and more. Crosty’s newest Onda collection retails for $290 and is now available at Crostyshoes.com.
March 31, 2022: Saucony has released its latest iteration of its classic silhouette, the Grid Azura. Dubbed “Changing Tides,” the updated style draws inspiration from the “constantly fluctuating nature of tidal forces,” according to the brand in a statement. Saucony added in the statement that the theme of this new update is a natural progression for the mono mesh of the Grid Azura, accentuating the eye-catching toothy overlays and thick cushioning. The design uses premium pigskin and resin-treated close nylon. Available in unisex sizing, the Changing Tides Grid Azura, which retails for $120, is available starting on Thursday at Saucony.com.