Whether you are a purist who only wears OG colorways or someone who loves to see a classic silhouette remixed in a new way, this week’s release calendar has got you covered.
The “Playoff” Air Jordan 12 returns for the first time in 10 years. On the opposite side of the spectrum, Concepts’ ‘60s-inspired take on the Air Max 1 is getting a wider release. Other big drops this week include a restock of a Yeezy Boost 350 V2 from 2016, the two latest pairs from the Sacai x Nike partnership, Bad Bunny’s take on a 2000s runner from the Adidas archive, a Zoom Freak 3 inspired by the popular Uno card game, and a women’s Air Jordan 6 perfect for the springtime.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Whether you are a purist who only wears OG colorways or someone who loves to see a classic silhouette remixed in a new way, this week’s release calendar has got you covered.
The “Playoff” Air Jordan 12 returns for the first time in 10 years. On the opposite side of the spectrum, Concepts’ ‘60s-inspired take on the Air Max 1 is getting a wider release. Other big drops this week include a restock of a Yeezy Boost 350 V2 from 2016, the two latest pairs from the Sacai x Nike partnership, Bad Bunny’s take on a 2000s runner from the Adidas archive, a Zoom Freak 3 inspired by the popular Uno card game, and a women’s Air Jordan 6 perfect for the springtime.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Women's Air Jordan 6 'Mint Foam'
Price: $200
When: Tuesday, March 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Air Jordan 6 is being introduced in a brand new women’s colorway this week. The “Mint Foam” 6 features a grey nubuck and white leather upper. Mint green accents on the tongue, heel, and midsole provide a pop of color.
Nike Zoom Freak 3 'UNO Face It'
Price: $120
When: Thursday, March 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Giannis Antetokounmpo’s third signature model, the Nike Zoom Freak 3, is releasing in a brand new colorway on Thursday morning inspired by the popular card game, Uno. The upper is covered in an all-over print consisting of the Wild cards used in the game. Red, yellow, blue, and green accents to represent each of the card colors in Uno complete the eye-catching design. Uno is said to have been a go-to game for Giannis and his brothers since they were kids.
Sacai x Nike VaporWaffle 'Gum Pack'
Price: $180
When: Thursday, March 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Sacai’s VaporWaffle arrives in two new colorways later this week. The black and sail-based pairs each spot a nylon upper, tonal suede overlays, and sit atop gum outsoles. Sacai’s signature double-layered design is used on the tongue, Swooshes, and midsole to combine the uppers of the Vaporfly and 1983’s Pegasus.
Bad Bunny x Adidas Response CL
Price: $160
When: Thursday, March 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Bad Bunny continues his partnership with Adidas with two new colorways of the Response CL. The 2000s runner has been remixed with swirling leather overlays across the upper that are made to look like they are melting. The musician’s signature eye logo appears stamped on the heel. Cream and yellow-based color schemes will both be up for grabs.
Air Jordan 12 'Playoff'
Price: $210
When: Friday, March 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The “Playoff” Air Jordan 12 is retroing for the first time since 2012. The black and white colorway was originally worn by Michael Jordan throughout the 1997 playoffs on his way to capturing his sixth NBA title. This retro stays true to the OG with a black tumbled leather upper, white mudguard, and subtle red branding.
Concepts x Nike Air Max 1 'Mellow'
Price: $170
When: Saturday, March 12 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following an exclusive release at Concepts last weekend, the Boston boutique’s Air Max 1 collaboration is receiving a wider launch on Saturday. Inspired by youth culture of the late 1960s, the “Mellow” colorway features an acid washed denim upper, olive green canvas mudguard, paisley heel panel, and velour tongue. Additional details to nod to the era include floral print covering the medial Swooshes, brown speckled midsoles to mimic mud caking on them during concerts in the park, and co-branded guitar pick hang tags.
Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 'Core White'
Price: $230
When: Saturday, March 12 at 10 a.m.
Where: Yeezy Supply, adidas.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The “Core White” Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 is restocking on Saturday morning. The 2016 colorway was among the first 350 V2s to hit stores at the time. It features a black Primeknit upper, cream white stripe bearing “SPLY-350” branding across the lateral side panel, and a smoky Boost midsole.
