Still looking for the perfect pair of sneakers to give to that special person in your life this holiday season? Chances are, a lot of you have been waiting for the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 retro happening this weekend to fill that void, but if you are in search of something a bit different there are some other great pairs to consider that are releasing this week as well.
Other drops include a purple Blazer Low from Sacai and Kaws and trio of metallic low-tops from Nike including the Dunk Low and Air Max 97. New Balance also has a fairly busy week ahead. Collaborations with Rich Paul, SNS, and Casablanca are all slated to release in the coming days.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Still looking for the perfect pair of sneakers to give to that special person in your life this holiday season? Chances are, a lot of you have been waiting for the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 retro happening this weekend to fill that void, but if you are in search of something a bit different there are some other great pairs to consider that are releasing this week as well.
Other drops include a purple Blazer Low from Sacai and Kaws and trio of metallic low-tops from Nike including the Dunk Low and Air Max 97. New Balance also has a fairly busy week ahead. Collaborations with Rich Paul, SNS, and Casablanca are all slated to release in the coming days.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Nike 'Golden Gals' Pack
Price: $110-$180
When: Thursday, Dec. 9 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: On Thursday, Nike is dropping off a three-pack of women’s sneakers titled the “Golden Gals” pack. The collection consists of a white mesh Dunk Low with metallic silver (not gold) accents, as well as a Daybreak and Air Max 97 with gold mesh uppers and shimmering gold overlays.
Sacai x Kaws x Nike Blazer Low 'Purple Dusk'
Price: $140
When: Friday, Dec. 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Another colorway of Sacai’s Blazer Low collaboration with Kaws is set to arrive on Friday morning. The “Purple Dusk” colorway of the layered design features a purple leather upper, grey and red suede eyestays, stacked blue and purple Swooshes, and a white midsole. Kaws’ signature “XX” branding can be seen etched on the lateral midsole, insoles, and co-branded tongue tags.
Rich Paul x New Balance 550
Price: $140
When: Friday, Dec. 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com
What You Need to Know: Rich Paul, the super agent most notable for his representation of LeBron James, is releasing his own colorway of the trendy New Balance 550 on Friday. The clean makeup is dressed mostly in perforated white leather with a blue panel of basketball-esque pebbled leather appearing by the collar. Baby blue hits can also be seen on the outsole. Paul’s signature on each tongue completes the collaborative design of the retro basketball sneaker.
Air Jordan 11 'Cool Grey'
Price: $225
When: Saturday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The fan-favorite “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 returns for the first time since 2010 this weekend. The pair stays true to the original release from 2001 with its grey nubuck upper, high-cut patent leather mudguard, and white detailing. An icy blue outsole completes the 2021 installment of Jordan Brand’s holiday season tradition.
SNS x New Balance 574
Price: $139
When: Saturday, Dec. 11
Where: SNS app
What You Need to Know: SNS adds to its extensive archive of sneaker collabs with this brand new take on the New Balance 574. The nature-inspired colorways features an earthy mix of perforated brown leather and mossy pigskin suede, and hairy suede across its upper. A perforated beige tongue, hits of bright purple on the liner and medial “N” logos, and special SNS dubraes complete the design.
Casablanca x New Balance XC-72
Price: $150
When: Saturday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: casablancaparis.com, newbalance.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Casablanca continues its consistent output of premium New Balanace releases with this clean colorway of the XC-72. Unlike the original offerings that were dressed in bright pops of red, yellow, orange, and green, this pair opts for a clean cream and white look. A perforated white leather upper is accented by cream suede overlays and sits atop a rugged outsole. Colorful co-branding on the tongue and heel break up the otherwise monochromatic look.