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Official Images: Acronym x Nike Air VaporMax Moc 2 Dark Stucco

Having already released in the Light Bone/Black and Black/Volt colorways, the third and final colorway of the Acronym x Nike Air VaporMax Moc 2 makes its way to retailers a week from today with the arrival of the Dark Stucco pair.

Acronym camo prints dominate the Nike Flyknit upper, while the laceless design, modified heel clip and bold texture treatments reflect Errolson?s trademark industrial aesthetic. Faded cacti, scorching heat and arid air inspire the Flyknit upper, heel clip and transparent Air VaporMax unit.

Look for the Acronym x Nike Air VaporMax Moc 2 Dark Stucco to release on May 15th for a price tag of $225.

via: Nike

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Vote: Nike On Air Design Competition

Your vote counts! Nike presents their Nike “On Air” Design Competition as part of the Air Max Day 2018 celebration. This program that takes place in six major cities across the globe. NYC, Paris, London, Seoul, Shanghai, and Tokyo. Each city has created their own Air Max design inspired by its community?s unique cultural fingerprint, as designed by the locals who know it best.

Thousands of entries from the workshop series were turned in, a judging panel that included Nike designers and city ambassadors selected 18 finalists (three from each city). Only six will see their vision undergo the ultimate transformation from a 3D rendering into a real-life shoe. You vote decides who becomes a finalist.

Beginning today, registered Nike members can vote for their favorite designs from each city: Paris, London, New York, Seoul, Shanghai and Tokyo. You?ll have six days to decide, and you?re eligible to vote once per day. Voting officially ends on May 13th at 11:59PM PST. You may vote either through Nike.com/onair or through the SNKRS app.

Each city?s winning design will be announced on May 14th and will later enter production.

NYC: Nike Air Max 95 ?Cross Section? by Brett Ginsberg
Ginsberg?s multi-layer design comments on NYC?s pace, density and grit as a medium for unique footwear.

NYC: Nike Air Max 95 ?BEC? by Kevin Louie
A fan of efficiency and convenience, Louie drew from the ubiquitous bodega culture of the five boroughs ? and the dependable 24/7 bacon, egg and cheese sandwich.

NYC: Nike Air Max 98 ?La Mezcla? by Gabrielle Serrano
Serrano?s entry represents the diverse complexions of NYC that combine race, ethnicity and cultural background, highlighting what makes this city special: its people.


London: Nike Air Max 270 ?London Darwin? by Shamima Ahmed
The design from the 18-year-old London native brings to life the evolution of Brutalist architecture that has shaped her hometown since the 1950s, revealing the unexpected beauty of the city?s infrastructure.

London: Nike Air Max 97 ?London Summer? by Jasmine Lasode
Lasode?s design celebrates love and summer in the city, with a personal memory ? a first date spent on Primrose Hill ? as her backdrop.

London: Nike Air Max 98 ?Ode To Layou? by Reuben Charters-Bastide
Based on his grandfather?s journey from the Caribbean to the UK aboard the HMT Empire Windrush, Charters-Bastide?s concept marks the undeniable contribution that immigration has made to shape London?s multicultural landscape.


Paris: Nike Air Max 90 ?Age Of Gold? by Coralie Rabbe
Blending traditional fabric and graffiti-inspired speckled print, Coralie?s design honors the cultural diversity of Paris through references to textiles from Europe, Asia and Africa.

Paris: Nike VaporMax Plus ?Works In Progress? by Lou Matheron
Photographs of an under-construction Parisian courthouse inspired Matheron?s concept, reimagining the colors and materials from the job site.

Paris: Nike Air Max 180 ?1.0? by Quentin Sobaszek
A TPU plastic cage, ripstop nylon panels and contrasting Swoosh and Air-Sole units nod to Sobaszek?s vision for the Paris of tomorrow: combining both geometric and digital elements inspired by the city?s architecture.


Seoul: Nike Air Max 97 ?Neon? by Joon Oh Park
Ginsberg?s multi-layer design comments on NYC?s pace, density and grit as a medium for unique footwear.

Seoul: Nike Air Max 98 ?Ulsoo? by Binna Kim
Through the strong contrast of the Air Max 98 silhouette, Kim?s design reflects the tradition and the future of Seoul by way of the upper?s color along with materials from traditional Korean shoes.

Seoul: Nike Air Max 98 ?Metro? by Joon Oh Park
Park?s design pulls inspiration from Seoul?s vast underground transit system, referencing its colorful map, metallic railway car frames and safety signs.


Tokyo: Nike Air Max 95 ?Cultural City Tokyo!? by WOOD
Evoking Japan?s past and present street culture, WOOD?s concept was partly inspired by the humanoid forms of yokai ? spirits and demons of Japanese folklore.

Tokyo: Nike Air Max 1 ?Tokyo Maze? by Yuta Takuman
Takuman?s design honors the dizzying urban labyrinth of colorful tube lines that shoot beneath Tokyo. Embossed leather represents the city?s concrete surface, while the red bubble pays homage to the iconic Tokyo Tower.

Tokyo: Nike Air Max 98 ?Tokyo In The Air? by Nari Kakuwa
Kakuwa?s ON AIR concept flips the Tokyo skyline upside-down while muted gray tones nod to the structures that dot the city skyline.


Shanghai: Nike Air Max 97 ?Kaleidoscope? by Cash Ru
The SH Kaleidoscope reflects Ru?s impression of the clouds floating along Shanghai?s skies: shifting and dissipating to create new forms and shapes.

Shanghai: Nike Air Max 270 ?Kung Fu Soul? by Harry Wong
Made to look like kung fu slippers, Wong?s shoes balance the sport?s strong, controlled speed and water-like fluidity.

Shanghai: Nike Air Max 97 ?City Of Stars? by James Lin
Lin?s concept illustrates the flickering lights of Shanghai?s skyline, set against a night sky filled with effervescent starlight.

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Take A Look This Nike Air Max 90 With Chenille Swooshes

Using a similar color palette to the upcoming Air Max 1 Curry, Nike has taken the Nike Air Max 90 and covered it in an appealing hue and materials.

This Air Max 90 features a Noted Bronze and Cream upper done in a variety of materials that include canvas on the toebox, tongue, and ankle, and suede and nubuck on the mudguard and side panel overlays. Light blue is also noted on the branding on the heel and ankle, and on the outline of the cream chenille Swoosh on the side panels. Lastly we have a white midsole and a blue, black, and white rubber outsole.

There’s no release date at the moment, but it should only be a matter of time until this Air Max 90 with chenille Swooshes hits retailers.

images: Nike

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Nike Air VaporMax Plus Red Shark Tooth Coming

The Nike Air VaporMax Plus last released in a rainbow theme, and for its next iteration this spring, the hybrid runner is coming back in a “Red Shark Tooth” theme. This preview of the runner features a black and white gradient upper that is mixed with Great White shark-inspired stripes across the base. The signature synthetic jagged caging is further added on the upper, while pops of red on the mini Swooshes and translucent red VaporMax sole completes the bold design altogether.

Look for the the Nike VaporMax Plus Red Shark Tooth at select Nike stores and online very soon. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

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The Nike Air Max 93 Watermelon Is A Tasty Pair For Spring

The Nike Air Max 93 already released in OG colorways of Dusty Cactus and Flame Red, and the sneaker is now dropping in a perfect spring finish of Watermelon. Covered in white for its upper, made of mesh and leather, the sneaker is contrasted with pops of pink and green seen on the Swooshes, heel, mudguard and Air Max unit in the heel. Finally, a black inner bootie, and rubber outsole completes the design altogether.

Look for the Nike Air Max 93 Watermelon at select Nike stores and online on May 10th for $130. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: Overkill

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Look Out For The Bright Nike Air Max 98 Team Red

The Nike Air Max 98 is releasing in a bright team red finish for its next iteration in celebration of its 20th anniversary. Covered in a mixture of Team Red and Habanero Red altogether, the classic runner is made of textured leather, with mesh and suede overlays for a full premium look. 3M reflective piping on the upper, a contrasting white midsole and matching red rubber outsole completes the design altogether.

Retailing for $170, look for this Nike Air Max 98 Team Red at Nike stores overseas now. A stateside release is coming soon. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: Overkill

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Nike Air Max 1 Red Curry Dropping This Weekend

Joining the dark curry and green curry Air Max 1s will be this Nike Air Max 1 Red Curry, a tribute to the classic Air Max 1 Curry that first released in 2003. Honoring the different curry types found in Asia, this version is basically covered in dark and light shades of red, along with pale vanilla across its mixed upper consisting of leather, mesh and nubuck. Finally, the spicy theme is offset by a clean white midsole and black rubber outsole to complete the design altogether.

Look for this Nike Air Max 1 Red Curry at select Nike stores and online on May 12th for $150. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: asphaltgold

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Look For The Spicy Nike Air Max 1 Green Curry This Weekend

The original Curry colorway dropped back in 2003, and this Nike Air Max 1 Green Curry is a tribute to that pair. Two other colorways in the OG Curry and Red Curry will also be releasing to honor the different curry types found in Asia, and this edition is basically covered in a mixture of greens, spruce fog and habnero red accents. Featuring a premium upper made of leather, suede and breathable mesh, the model is topped off with a white midsole and black rubber outsole.

Look for this Nike Air Max 1 Green Curry at select Nike stores and online on May 12 for $150. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: asphaltgold

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Nike WMNS Air VaporMax Moc 2 University Red Arriving This Week

The Nike WMNS Air VaporMax Moc 2 is an updated version of the popular VaporMax silhouette this spring and its most striking feature is its laceless design. This iteration is covered in a bright university red hue across its flyknit upper, and accented with reflective dark grey swooshes on the sides. Pops of fuchsia blast are added on the heel, pull tabs and abenro red swooshes, and clear VaporMax sole to finally complete the design altogether.

Retailing for $200, look for this Nike WMNS Air VaporMax Moc 2 University Red at select Nike stores and online on May 11th. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: Finish Line

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Are You Waiting For The ACRONYM x Nike VaporMax Moc 2 Dark Stucco

The ACRONYM x Nike VaporMax Moc 2 already released in light bone and black/volt colorways, and for its third iteration, it’s coming in a Dark Stucco finish next. The stylishly updated sneaker sports a mixture of sail, dark stucco and cargo khaki across its triangular patterned finish for its Flyknit upper, while pops of light crimson are seen on the heel. Finally, a clear VaporMax sole completes the design altogether.

Look for this ACRONYM x Nike VaporMax Moc 2 Dark Stucco at select Nike stores and online on May 15th for $225. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

Images: Solebox

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Out Now: Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit Utility Ridgerock

Made for your outdoor activities, here’s a good look at the Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit Utility in the brand new Ridgerock colorway. The Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit Utility Ridgerock comes with an rugged upper that utilizes Brown and Green tones that help the shoe become one with nature. The Ridgerock and Peat Moss upper is then offset by the minimal Racer Blue hits found on the stitching found throughout. Below you will find your customary clear VaporMax tooling to add to the aesthetics of the shoe.

Out now, pick up the Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit Utility from select retailers today for $225.

images: Feature

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Release Date: Nike Air Force 270 Carnivore

The Nike Air Carnivore made its debut back in 1993. Twenty-five years later, the classic theme is utilized on the Nike Air Force 270. Rightfully dubbed the Nike Air Force 270 Carnivore, this new colorway of the model comes dressed in a Black, Court Purple and dark Atomic Teal color scheme.

Paying homage to Nike Air Carnivore, this version of the 270 comes equipped with a zebra-like pattern on midfoot strap that the Carnivore uses on the midsole. Teal and Purple take care of the majority of the shoe, with Black and White take care of the detailing.

Look for the Nike Air Force 270 Carnivore to drop on May 18th for the retail price of $160.

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Official Images: Nike Air Max 98 Team Red

No stateside release date yet, but official images of the Nike Air Max 98 Team Red which means that these should be dropping shortly.

The Nike Air Max 98 Team Red comes dressed in a Summer-ready Team Red and Habanero Red color scheme. The tonal design of the upper is constructed out of textured leather, suede and mesh. Breaking up the tonal look is the use of White on the piping and midsole. Additional shades of Red are found on the lining, laces, branding and outsole. Once these drop, will you be adding these to your Summer rotation?

 

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Out Now: Nike Air Presto Ultra BR Racer Blue

Available now, here’s a good look at the Nike Air Presto Ultra BR Racer Blue. This new colorway of the model comes dressed in a Racer Blue mesh upper accented by the Total Crimson hits noted on areas such as the heel pull tab, Swoosh branding and tongue branding. Other details include the Black lacing cage and heel counter, White midsole and  outsole and the Racer Blue laces. Need a pair of kicks with plenty of ventilation this Summer? This is a good option.

The Nike Air Presto Ultra BR Racer Blue is now available at select retailers for $130.

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Official Images: atmos x Nike Air Max 90 Print

Releasing later on this month, here’s an official look at the atmos x Nike Air Max 90 Print from the upcoming We Love Nike Pack.

This Nike Air Max 90 from the We Love Nike Pack comes dressed in a Black, Bright Crimson and White color scheme. Aside from the Infrared vibes on the shoe, the most unique feature on the shoe is the all-over Nike box graphics on the mid panel and mudguard and insoles. In addition to that, standout details on the shoe include the Black snakeskin textured on the Nike Swoosh logo and the Crimson accents. A White midsole and Black outsole round out the design of the shoe.

The atmos x Nike Air Max 90 Print from the ?We Love Nike? Pack is set to drop on May 17th and will retail for $140.

 

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