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A new spin on a classic Air Jordan 1, the latest from Pharrell, and a colorful pack from Saucony highlight this week of sneaker releases.
The drops kick off on Wednesday when Jimmy Gorecki’s latest Vans collabs arrives online. The “Chicago” Air Jordan 1 KO also makes its return. On Thursday, the Slam Jam x New Balance 991 gets a wider release. It will be followed up on Friday by the “Aqua” Pharrell x Adidas NMD Hu, “Green Toe” Reebok Question Low, “Grey Day” pack from New Balance, and “Wings” Air Jordan 5 Low. Things wrap up on Saturday with the “Shadow 2.0” Air Jordan 1 and “Astrotrail” collection from Saucony.
Check out a complete guide to this week’s best sneaker releases below.
JSP x Vault by Vans Chukka 'Roses Grown in Granite'
Price: TBD
When: Wednesday, May 12 at 1 p.m.
Where: standardissuetees.com
What You Need to Know: Jimmy Gorecki’s JSP is releasing yet another take on the Vans Chukka this Wednesday. Dubbed the “Roses Grown in Granite” colorway, the pair sports a pink suede upper with pink checkerboard print wrapping the midsole. Details can be seen across each shoe that nod to Philadelphia’s rich skateboarding history.
Air Jordan 1 KO 'Chicago'
Price: $140
When: Wednesday, May 12 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is bringing back the Air Jordan 1 KO, the canvas cousin to the Air Jordan 1. This pair is dressed in the OG “Chicago” color scheme with a mix of red, white, and black. The most noticeable differences between the KO and the usual Air Jordan 1 are different heel paneling, midsoles, and a special “AJKO” Wings logo.
Slam Jam x New Balance 991
Price: app. $275
When: Thursday, May 13
Where: Select New Balance retailers
What You Need to Know: New Balance has collaborated with notable Milan boutique Slam Jam for a special 991 to celebrate the silhouette’s 20th anniversary. The upper combines a mix of materials including pigskin suede, mesh, and ripstop nylon. It is dressed in various shades of grey and comes with two sets of extra laces that boast Slam Jame branding.
Pharrell x Adidas NMD Hu 'Aqua'
Price: $220
When: Friday, May 14 at 10 a.m.
Where: Adidas Confirmed app
What You Need to Know: Adidas is releasing another tonal colorway of Pharrell’s NMD Hu. This pair features an all-over aqua blue design that sees the bright shade used on the Primeknit upper, cage, laces, and Boost midsole. Minor contrasts include a black liner and the white text embroidered on each toe, a signature detail of the NMD Hu.
Reebok Question Low 'Green Toe'
Price: $120
When: Friday, May 14
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Question Low arrives in a green and white colorway this Friday. The color combination is said to be a nod to one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, the Boston Celtics. It is returning for the first time since its original release in 2006.
New Balance 'Grey Day' Pack
Price: $89-$99
When: Friday, May 14
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: New Balance is celebrating Grey Day with new colorways of the 574 and 57/40 in 2021. The 574 stands out for its lack of the usual “N” branding on each side panel. The updated 57/40 features a mix of suede and mesh in various shades of grey. Its large “N" logos remain intact.
Air Jordan 5 Low 'Wings'
Price: $190
When: Friday, May 14 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand is celebrating its Wings program with a special colorway of the Air Jordan 5 Low. The upper is constructed of black mesh and nubuck with gold accents. Special details include lace tips made to resemble the tassels on graduation caps, logos on each insole to mimic diploma seals, and a “20” and “21” replacing the usual “23” embroidery on each lateral heel as a nod to the 2020 and 2021 graduating classes.
Air Jordan 1 'Shadow 2.0'
Price: $170
When: Saturday, May 15 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest Air Jordan 1 making its way to retailers is dubbed the “Shadow 2.0.” The pair sports a grey and black leather upper like the OG “Shadow” with a new colorblocking that more closely resembles the look of the “Chicago” 1s.
Saucony 'Astrotrail' Pack
Price: $110-$120
When: Saturday, May 15
Where: saucony.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Saucony’s four-sneaker “Astrotrail” pack is inspired by astrology. The pack consists of the “Air” Shadow 5000, “Earth” Peregrine 11, “Fire” Grid Azura 2000, and “Water” Mad River 2 TR. Each shoe features a tan-based upper with its own unique set of colorful accents. Each pair also has a different birthstone-colored zodiac sign on the tongue pull tab.
