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This week of sneaker releases is highlighted by a pack from Nike celebrating its beginnings, the latest pair from the PSG x Jordan Brand partnership, a new Nike SB collaboration with Parra, and more.
Drops kick off on Wednesday with a trio of "Shoe Dog" Nike Cortez Classics. The "Viotech" Air Max 90 and "Manchester Rose" Adidas Ultra Boost will arrive at select retailers on Thursday. The remainder of this week's major releases take place on Saturday with the Parra x Nike SB collection, Bandulu x Nike Kyrie 5, PSG x Air Jordan VI, "Defiant" Air Jordan I, and "Black Cement" Air Jordan III TH SP all hitting shelves.
For a more detailed look at all of the pairs mentioned above, here is a Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
Nike Classic Cortez 'Shoe Dog' Pack
Price: $120
When: Wednesday, July 24 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is releasing a special trio of Cortez Classics in the OG "White/Varsity Red/Game Royal" colorway to celebrate the early days of the brand. Each pair represents one of three brand name ideas floated around by co-founders Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman in the early '70s: Nike, Dimension Six, and Falcon. Aside from the nixed Dimension Six and Falcon logos, the third iteration sports a slim Nike Swoosh that is noticeably different in appearance compared to the one seen across the brand's product range today. Finishing touches include a white leather Swoosh stitched on the medial side panel, leather heel flap, and retro-styled nylon tongue.
Nike Air Max 90 'Viotech'
Price: $140
When: Thursday, July 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike takes inspiration from 2001's "Viotech" Dunk Low for its latest Air Max 90. The pair maintains the multi-colored suede upper albeit with slightly different colors and placement. A black leather tongue tab, black accents, and white midsole break up the vibrant design.
Adidas Ultra Boost 'Manchester Rose'
Price: $250
When: Thursday, July 25
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Adidas has crafted a special colorway of the Ultra Boost to commemorate the 110th anniversary of Manchester United's FA Cup victory in 1909. The stealthy look features a black Primeknit upper, tonal leather Three Stripes cage, and a matching heel cup. The stripes are etched with "110 years," "Manchester Rose," and "1909-2019," respectively. The sole pop of color comes from the red rose embroidered on each tongue as a nod to the rose worn by the 1909 championship team. An all-over rose print covers each insole, with the left insole also bearing the official Manchester United logo.
Parra x Nike SB Collection
Price: $85-$100
When: Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Parra rekindles his relationship with Nike for special Nike SB collab dropping this weekend. A Dunk Low and Blazer Low will both be up for grabs. Each sports a white leather upper with Parra's signature red, blue, and pink designs acting as details. Accents include a quadruple-layered chenille Swoosh on each side panel, Parra-branded tongue tags, co-branded embroidery on each heel tab, and a colorful liner.
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Bandulu x Nike Kyrie 5
Price: $130
When: Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest collaborator to put its spin on the Nike Kyrie 5 is Boston's Bandulu, a clothing brand known for up-cycling vintage garments. The brand chose to cover a cream mesh upper with its signature multi-colored paint splatters. Other details include a white mini Swoosh stitched on the lateral toe, olive green liner, red midsole, and gum bottoms. Dual branding on the tongue and heel complete the unique collab.
PSG x Air Jordan VI
Price: $200
When: Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand's latest collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain hits shelves this Saturday. The Parisian soccer club has been given its own Air Jordan VI colorway this time around. The pair is dressed in a black and Iron Grey nubuck upper with Infrared detailing. Special hits include co-branded lace locks, a PSG Jumpman logo on each heel, and infrared "PANAME" tags under each heel pull tab. The pair sits atop a smoky semi-translucent outsole.
Air Jordan I 'Defiant'
Price: $175
When: Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Yet another new interpretation of the Air Jordan I is hitting retailers this Saturday. The "Defiant" colorway sports a white leather upper with black overlays. The standout detail on this pair is the frayed red stitching forming a Swoosh on the lateral side panel. The medial side panel dons a yellow leather Swoosh instead.
Air Jordan III TH SP 'Black Cement'
Price: $200
When: Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The remixed Air Jordan III inspired by Tinker Hatfield's original sketch, the Air Jordan III TH SP, is dropping in a familiar colorway. Similar to the iconic "Black Cement" styling of the original model, this pair is given a black suede upper, leather mudguard, and black elephant print panels on the toe and heel. A reflective tongue, eyestay, Swoosh on the lateral side panel, metallic gold top eyelets, and a white midsole provide some contrast. Other notable details include "Nike" stitched in black on the medial side panel, and insoles bearing a re-creation of Hatfield's signature and sketches in gold.