John Geiger
John Geiger is a Pittsburgh-born designer known for his independent sneaker brand and ongoing "Misplaced" design aesthetic that has been applied to various pieces of apparel. Geiger's limited-edition releases with WWE, NFL, and MLB have become some of the most collectible items in modern streetwear.
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The Best Streetwear Collabs of 2026 (So Far)
From Supreme x MM6 to Swatch x AP, these are the best collaborations of the year, so far.
John Geiger Inks Multi-Year Sportswear Deal With Lids
The collection launches at Wrestlemania early next year and spans select major sporting events into 2028.
How WWE Fell in Love With Streetwear
Throughout 2025, WWE has reignited its official merch through collabs with Cactus Jack, BAPE, and more.
This John Geiger Shoe Was Designed by a 7th Grader
Preorders for the 'Good Day' John Geiger 004 are now live.

It's OK If You Hate Our Sneaker of the Year List
Sneaker of the Year is a hot topic every year, and it's totally fine if you disagree with how we rank shoes. Here's why.

Nike and John Geiger Resolve Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Nike and designer John Geiger have resolved a trademark infringement lawsuit over Geiger's GF-01 shoes, which Nike said infringed on its Air Force 1 sneakers.

MSCHF's New Shoe Is Totally Legal (For Real This Time)
The provocative Brooklyn design studio behind the Satan shoe is releasing a new shoe that looks rather like an Air Force 1. And it's not stopping there.

John Geiger Countersues Nike in Air Force 1 Lookalike Lawsuit
Designer John Geiger has fired back against Nike in the brand's lawsuit over his GF-01 sneakers, which Nike says infringes on the its Air Force 1.

Nikes Fires Back in John Geiger Sneaker Knockoff Lawsuit
Nike filed a new memo in its sneaker knockoff lawsuit that names John Geiger as a defendant. In it, the brand defends its trademark for the Air Force 1.

John Geiger Responds to Nike in Sneaker Knockoff Lawsuit
Designer John Geiger is asking to be removed from Nike's lawsuit, arguing that there's no evidence his sneakers were mistaken for legitimate Air Force 1s.

Nike Files Lawsuit Against John Geiger Over Air Force 1 Lookalike
Nike sues designer John Geiger over his 'GF-01' Air Force 1 lookalike sneakers, claiming that they infringe on the trade dress of its lucrative design.

Best Style Releases This Week: Off-White x Nike, Golf Summer 2021, and More
From Off-White x Nike for the Tokyo Olympic Games to Golf's Summer 2021 collection, here is a complete guide to this week's best style releases.

Listen to Episode 33 of 'The Complex Sneakers Podcast': How John Geiger Gave Up Everything to Start a Sneaker Brand
John Geiger talks about selling everything to start his own brand, jumping in the pool with Red Octobers, and more.

John Geiger Talks Pissing Off Nike | Full Size Run
John Geiger sits down with the Full Size Run boys and answers the hard questions, like: does he think Travis Scott and Nike copied the ‘Misplaced Checks’ Air Force 1?

Inside Sneaker Shopping With Shannon Sharpe | Talking Shop
Complex debuts its new series that gives you a never-before-seen look at our latest Sneaker Shopping episode with host Joe La Puma.

How to Start Your Own Sneaker Brand
We spoke to Mark Gainor of No One, John Geiger, and Hikmet Sugoer on how to start your own sneaker brand.

I Don’t Want to See Another Custom Sneaker Ever Again
Custom sneakers have become a big trend, but they should be avoided like the plague.

John Geiger Gives the Best Look Yet at His Upcoming Signature Sneakers
The John Geiger Model 001 features a black suede upper and a white sole.