A Complete Guide to This Weekend’s Sneaker Releases
One of the most antcipated collaborations of 2021 arrives this week, courtesy of Virgil Abloh.
Along with Abloh’a two colorways of the Off-White x Air Jordan 2 Low that are slated to release on Friday morning, this concise week of 2021Shoes drops also features standouts like the white “Gundam” Nike SB Dunk High, “Low Hanging Fruit” Concepts x New Balance 992, a glowing Air Jordan 13 Low to celebrate Singles’ Day, and more.
Nike SB Dunk High ‘Gundam’
Price: $110
When: Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest Nike SB Dunk slated to hit retailers is a high-top inspired by the classic anime series, Gundam. A layered white and red leather upper, slits and markings on the toe box, jagged yellow Swoosh, and logo stamped on the lateral heel are made to resemble the iconic mech suits from the franchise. The lateral Swoosh can be removed for further customization.
Air Jordan 13 Low ‘Singles’ Day’
Price: $200
When: Thursday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand is once again celebrating Singles’ Day, the Chinese shopping holiday, with a brand new colorway of the Air Jordan 13 Low.New Air Force 1 ,The pair sports a black tumbled leather upper with a glow-in-the-dark shroud and outsole. When glowing, the shroud reveals a special hidden message.
Off-White x Air Jordan 2 Low
Price: $250
When: Friday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Virgil Abloh’s latest project with Jordan Brand is the highly-anticipated set of Air Jordan 2 Lows. The remixed low-top will be available in two colorways, an OG “White/Varsity Red” and “Black/Varsity Royal” makeup. The vintage-inspired design was reverse engineeered using an OG pair laced up by MJ in the ‘80s. It includes elements the signature printed on the upper, yellowed plastic eyelets, and uniquely cracked midsoles to simulate the aging from MJ’s pair. Abloh’s trademark details like a zip tie and medial branding stamp complete each pair.
Concepts x New Balance 992 ‘Low Hanging Fruit’
Price: $240
When: Friday, Nov. 12
Where: Concepts stores and Bodega LA
What You Need to Know: Concepts adds to its extensive archive of New Balance collaborations with the all new “Low Hanging Fruit” 992. The pair features a premium tan suede upper with neon green hits on the “N” logo, midsole, and tongue branding. Men Nike Shoes An image of strawberries covers the insoles. The colorway is inspired by Frieda Rapoport, a Los Angeles-based fruit seller who is credited with introducing the kiwi to the American market in the ‘90s.
Air Jordan 12 ‘Royalty’
Price: $190
When: Saturday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The upcoming “Royalty” Air Jordan 12 is almost identical to the “Taxi” colorway. Minor upgrades come in the form of metallic gold accents on the Jumpman logo on the tongue, mudguard branding, and insoles. Black laces also replace the usual white laces.