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With 2021 coming to a close in a matter of days, it’s time to make those last few sneaker purchases of the year. This week features some solid options to consider giving that distinction to such as the bubblegum-inspired “Atmosphere” Air Jordan 1, “MX Rock” Yeezy Boost 350 V2, a new take on Pharrell’s NMD Hu with his streetwear brand BBC ICECREAM, a Florida-inspired colorway of the Air Jordan 1 Low from Miami’s SoleFly, and more.
Get all of the details you need about this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Pharrell x BBC ICECREAM x Adidas NMD Hu
Price: $220
When: Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest colorway of Pharrell’s NMD Hu is also the latest collaboration with his iconic streetwear brand, BBC ICECREAM. This particular pair is dressed in a ribbed khaki green knit upper with brown detailing on the heel and lateral midsole insert. A large version of ICECREAM’s Running Dog logo is printed across each foot in black. Anyone looking for an extra pop of color can swap in the baby blue laces that are also packaged with each pair.
Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 'MX Rock'
Price: $220
When: Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Yeezy Supply, adidas.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A stelathy take on the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 is debuting to close out 2021. Dubbed the “MX Rock” colorway, the pair’s Primeknit upper is covered in a black and brown variation of the pattern that has become commonplace on the 350 V2 in recent times. Its completed with a black side stripe, heel tab, and midsole.
Women's Air Jordan 1 'Atmosphere'
Price: $170
When: Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Known for his occasionally pulling inspiration from unorthodox details from across Michael Jordan’s career for colorways, Jordan Brand is dropping off a new Air Jordan 1 inspired by MJ’s tendency to chew bubblegum during games. The pair features a white leather upper with navy blue and bubblegum pink overlays alluding to the inflatable treat.
Women's Nike Dunk Low 'Primal Pack'
Price: $110
When: Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Two new colorways of the Dunk Low arrive later this week to make up the “Primal Pack.” Both white and pink-based leather options will be up for grabs. Each is highlighted by a Swoosh split into sections that each feature their own unique animal print such as black scales or leopard print.
Nike Air Huarache 'Liverpool'
Price: $130
When: Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest colorway of the Air Huarache is inspired by the English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C. soccer club. More specifcally, it pays homage to its section of supporters inside its home stadium, The Kop. A predominantly white leather upper is accented by a red and white checkerboard neoprene bootie. The same pattern is famously linked to the fanbase.
SoleFly x Air Jordan 1 Low
Price: $150
When: Monday, Dec. 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: SoleFly’s latest Air Jordan collab is this take on the Air Jordan 1 Low. The Miami-based boutique took inspiration from the Florida Everglades, hence the slash patterns featured on the toe and heel. The black suede upper with a red suede toe box is a subtle nod to the “Bison” Nike SB Dunk Low. SoleFly’s logo on the heel tab completes the collab.
