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First previewed way back in December of last year, we finally get official images of the NBA x Nike SB Nyjah Free 2 Lakers.

This latest partnership between Nike SB and the NBA has the Nike SB Nyjah Free 2 paying homage to the Los Angeles Lakers. Dressed in a Summit White, Court Purple, and University Gold color scheme, details include Purple Swoosh logos, embroidered ?23? logos on the lateral heel shouting out LeBron James, and tongue pull tabs done in alternating Purple and Gold. Lastly, a Yellow midsole is covered in a Blue translucent overlay that extends onto the outsole.

Retailing for $95, look for the NBA x Nike SB Nyjah Free 2 Lakers to release on August 27th at select skate shops and Nike.com.

As a contrast to the fragment design x sacai x Nike LDWaffle ?Blackened Blue? aka ?Blue Void,” this subtle ?Light Smoke Grey? variation is also slated to drop at the end of this month to close out summer in style. Similar to the aforementioned colorway, this rendition of the low-top flaunts a grey mesh upper with tonal suede overlays, while sacai?s double detailing appears via white Swooshes on the sides and doubled tongues, which also bears fragment design?s signature lightning bolt logo. Finally, the words ?The Classic / Fragment: sacai? is prominent across the heel area of the white midsole, while co-branded heel tabs,  and a black waffle rubber outsole rounds out the design.

Retailing for $170, look for the fragment design x sacai x Nike LDWaffle ?Light Smoke Grey? at select Nike stockists and online on August 30. 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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While the Nike Dunk High 1985 ?Black Acid Wash? is dropping later this month, the Nike Dunk High 1985 ?Red Acid Wash? is arriving at retailers first. Overall, the high-top model is reflective of the 1985 Nike Dunk High in its OG shape as it dons a dark grey leather upper that is punctuated with the highlight red/black acid wash print across its overlays. Finally, matching red laces, Swooshes, and a vintage-inspired yellowed midsole rounds out the design. Furthermore, while it?s not showcased, the model will be packaged in a vintage style packaging for nostalgia.

Look for the Nike Dunk High ?Red Acid Wash? at select Nike stockists stateside and online, including the KicksOnFire Shop today. 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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Previously featured in its GS sizing, the Nike Air More Uptempo “Peace, Love, Swoosh” edition has now been confirmed that it’ll be offered in adult sizes as well. Overall, this special variation of the basketball sneaker dons a crisp white perforated leather upper that is punctuated with the thematic colorful enlarged AIR lettering on its side panels which bears bold graphics displaying the collection?s symbols. Furthermore, the ?Peace, Love, Swoosh? logos are prominent on the tongues and insoles, while a matching white rubber sole rounds out the design.

Retailing for $170, look for the Nike Air More Uptempo “Peace, Love, Swoosh” at select Nike stockists and online soon. Stay tuned for the official release date. 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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Earlier this month, Travis Scott himself took to social media and provided a sneak peak at one of the colorways of his exclusive Travis Scott x Nike Air Max 1 Collection that is suggested to drop later this year. Sources have indicated that the collaborative Nike Air Max 1 will be offered in five colorways, and an overview of the ?Wheat/Lemon Drop? edition is highlighted. Overall, the model looks to boast a mixed material upper consisting of mesh, leather, and suede while highlighted with Travis Scott?s signature enlarged reverse Swoosh, as well as a ribbon-like apparatus that is adhered to the lacing system and collar area.

Expect this Nike Air Max 1 to debut at select Nike stockists and online this holiday season. Click and bookmark our official Travis Scott x Nike Air Max 1 Collection hub page now for everything you need to know about the sneakers and where to cop it online. 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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Following the Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 18 “La Cabra,” the Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 18 “Goat Vision” is now revealed as it’s another exclusive pair that pays homage to WNBA superstar Diana Taurasi. Sporting a clean white Flyknit upper that is complemented with a semi-translucent Neon Green molded heel and matching outsole, the sneaker is further contrasted with bright orange laces and details on the tongue. Additionally, the thematic goat theme is further evidenced via newspaper graphics printed onto the tongue and along the collar which lists some of Diana Taurasi’s greatest basketball accolades.

Retailing for $200, look for the Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 18 “Goat Vision” at select Nike stockists and online on August 27. 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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In celebration of the Nike Air Huarache‘s 30th anniversary, the silhouette has been revived in another OG colorway, this time in the ?Aquatone? finish following the return of the Nike Air Huarache ?Magenta? classic ?Deep Magenta.? This particular iteration originally dropped back in 1991 and was popularized when Michael Jordan wore it during the Bulls? first back-to-back championship parade.

Overall, the iconic Tinker Hatfield design flaunts a vibrant profile consisting of White, Aqua, and Magenta for its neoprene upper that is further reinforced with white leather overlays. Finally, the signature heel cage in black and translucent purple, followed by a white midsole and black rubber outsole tops off the design.

Retailing for $120, look for the Nike Air Huarache ?Aquatone? at select Nike stockists stateside and online on August 27. 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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As a contrast to the Nike Dunk High 1985 “Black Acid Wash,” the Nike Dunk High 1985 ?Red Acid Wash? is a more vibrant option that’s slated to debut this week. Like its moniker suggests, the high-top model is reflective of the 1985 Nike Dunk High in its OG shape as it dons a dark grey leather upper that is punctuated with the highlight red/black acid wash print across its overlays. Finally, matching red laces, Swooshes, and a vintage-inspired yellowed midsole rounds out the design. Furthermore, while it’s not showcased, the model will be packaged in a vintage style packaging for nostalgia.

Retailing for $130, look for the Nike Dunk High ?Red Acid Wash? to debut at select Nike stockists stateside and online on August 19. 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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Following a look at the clean and simple Nike Air Max 2021 Black Iron Grey, the new silhouette from the Nike Air Max family is now showcased with some pop of color. The all-new Nike Air Max 2021 features a wide variety of materials throughout the upper with at least 20% of the upper being composed of recycled content. Black dominates the upper which features an engineered mesh and woven textile. To contrast the black upper we see the addition of white on the Swooshes on the lateral and the Move to Zero logos on the insoles. The defining green hue is placed on the side panels, the stitching on the eyestay and toes, and the semi-translucent portion on the midsole. Down below a black rubber outsole caps off the design on this Nike Air Max 2021 that will be releasing soon in grade school sizing for $140.

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More new colorways of the Nike Air Max BW continue to surface with the latest being this versatile “Hemp” pair seen here in official images. Part of the silhouette’s 30th anniversary celebrations, this Nike Air Max BW gets covered in neutral hues all throughout the upper which include Hemp, white, and Cream in materials which include mesh, leather, and neoprene. Nike branding on the tongues, Air Max branding on the heels, a white midsole with khaki detailing, and a black rubber outsole cap off the look on this Nike Air Max BW that will be making its way to select retailers soon for $140.

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Leaked about a week ago, we now get a full and detailed look at the Off-White x Nike Blazer Low in the White and University Red colorway.

Said to be one of two Off-White x Nike Blazer Low colorways set to release, this iteration of the model is done in a White and University color scheme packed with Off-White detailing such as the overlapping laced, text on the sides, circular cutouts, yellowed midsoles, a retooled heel piece with foam at the rear, plastic inserts, and colored speckles.

Thoughts on the Off-White x Nike Blazer Low White University Red? No release info has been announced yet, but current reports suggest we see them drop before summer comes to an end.

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Subtle New York Knicks vibes appear on this new colorway of the Nike Waffle One as a part of Nike’s 2021 fall collection. The new lightweight lifestyle runner from Nike gets covered in Midnight Navy throughout the majority of the upper and comes constructed out of a transparent mesh along with suede overlays on the toe, eyestay, and heels. Additional details include White leather Swooshes on the side panels and Orange Melon Tint on the tongue and collar trim as well as on the insoles. White midsoles and black waffle rubber outsoles round out the design on this Nike Waffle One that will be dropping soon for $100.

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Social Status has finally provided up with release info for their latest collaboration with Nike, the Social Status x Nike Dunk Free Lunch Collection.

The Social Status x Nike Dunk Free Lunch Collection includes two Nike Dunk Mids for adults and two Nike Dunk Lows for kids all inspired by the milk cartons that were given to kids during summertime free lunches. The Nike Dunk Mids come dressed in your choice of Light Soft Pink/Coconut Milk-Pink Glaze or Canvas/Mid Soft Pink-Burnt Brown representing both Strawberry and Chocolate milk flavors. The kids-exclusive Nike Dunk Lows comes dressed in velour and leather paired up with slightly translucent, synthetic Swooshes. Other design details on the sneaker include the Social Status and Nike logos on the tongue tags and insoles, a mini Swoosh on the toe, and an ingredients list displayed on the medial side that reads, ?Nike Sportswear, Social Status.? Each pair also comes packaged in a special box and wrapping paper that features mazes and other activities for kids.

The Social Status x Nike Dunk Free Lunch Collection will begin releasing on September 4th for the Chocolate Milk Dunk Mid followed by the Strawberry Milk Mid on September 18th online at socialstatuspgh.com. Release dates for the Dunk Lows have yet to be announced. 

Debuting next month, here is an official look at the Serena Williams Design Crew x Nike 2021 Footwear Collection.

The Serena Williams Design Crew x Nike 2021 Footwear Collection celebrates Serena Williams the athlete and Serena Williams the fashion icon. This footwear collection is in partnership with the Serena Williams Design Crew (SWDC). It starts off with two different colorways of the Nike Court Legacy ($80) equipped with 4 Gold eyelets honoring Serena Williams? Gold medals. The collection will also includes two pairs of the RYZ 365 2 ($85)  detailed with the SDC ?10 4 01? logo on the tongue celebrating inclusivity, diversity and the bond between individual and team. The final pair from the collection is the Nike Air Max Koko platform sandal ($110).

The Serena Williams Design Crew x Nike 2021 Footwear Collection will release on September 1st at select retailers and Nike.com.

Joining the Nike Air Max BW Rotterdam that we took a look at yesterday, another city-inspired colorway of the Nike Air Max BW has popped up with this pair dedicated to the city of angels. The retro Air Max model from Nike gets constructed out of mesh, leather, neoprene, and nubuck al throughout the upper with Black dominating the front half of the shoe and bright orange hitting the Swooshes, tongue, and collar. For more contrast we see the addition of white on the trim, mudguard, heel, and midsole. Shout outs to Los Angeles are placed on the tongues and heels. To cap off the design we see the addition of purple on the dubraes, tongue branding, and the insoles as a nod to LA’s sunsets and sunrises. Graphic insoles with sunsets and palm trees along with black rubber outsoles finish off the Nike Air Max BW that will be releasing in the next few weeks for $140.

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