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Opinion: NikeLab Lunar Force 1 x Acronym enhances functionality
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Opinion: NikeLab Lunar Force 1 x Acronym enhances functionality

By Piera MonteneroSeptember 28, 2015

NikeLab has had a strong year of releases. From the collaborations with Pigalle and other designers over to this latest release. The NikeLab Lunar Force 1 x Acronym is not only unique and different, but...

Opinion: Air Jordan Militia Green Collection turns also-ran models into retro stars
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Opinion: Air Jordan Militia Green Collection turns also-ran models into retro stars

By Sandy DoverSeptember 27, 2015

All three models of the Air Jordan Militia Green Collection have admirable individual merit in their beauty. The Air Jordan I High The Return is a powerful shoe just based on its historical merits, and...

Opinion: Nike KD8 'Vinary' reminds of 'The Matrix'
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Opinion: Nike KD8 'Vinary' reminds of 'The Matrix'

By Piera MonteneroSeptember 26, 2015

I finally had the change to test the Nike KD8 and I've got to say...it's tight. At first, it's so tight that it will hurt your feet. Which changes after a few wears. Then it...

BMF Style: Nike Roshe One NM Flyknit Premium 'Geo Camo' x Brush by Ben Smith
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BMF Style: Nike Roshe One NM Flyknit Premium 'Geo Camo' x Brush by Ben Smith

By Sandy DoverAugust 21, 2015

Brush by Ben Smith is back at it with another high-level custom job -- this time the resident artist has manifested the Nike Roshe One NM Flyknit Premium 'Geo Camo' exclusively for "Dancing With The...

Opinion: Nike Dunk High Premium SB 'Familia' is 'well-transferred' concept
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Opinion: Nike Dunk High Premium SB 'Familia' is 'well-transferred' concept

By Piera MonteneroAugust 12, 2015

Nike SB teamed up with Minneapolis-based skate shop Familia not long ago to deliver another SB version of the classic Dunk silhouette -- officially known as the Nike Dunk High Premium SB 'Familia'. The story...

Nike Hyperdunk 2015 has promise of 'loyal little helper'
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Nike Hyperdunk 2015 has promise of 'loyal little helper'

By Piera MonteneroAugust 10, 2015

The Nike Hyperdunk, as a series, is the perfect all-round shoe. It doesn't matter what position you play, you could always ball in a Hyperdunk and it will serve you like a loyal little helper....

Opinion: Nike Air Max 95 OG reintroduced in right way
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Opinion: Nike Air Max 95 OG reintroduced in right way

By Piera MonteneroAugust 10, 2015

I'm not sure what served as the main inspiration for the Nike Air Max 95 OG's design. The silhouette and the materials are supposed to resemble the human body. While the sole is the spine...

Commentary: Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Bordeaux' sole black or gray?
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Commentary: Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Bordeaux' sole black or gray?

By Piera MonteneroJuly 17, 2015

The following is a fictional representation of what I believe went into the planning of the Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Bordeaux'. Meanwhile, at Jordan Brand global headquarters... Random executive raises hand: "We should stop bringing...

Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'
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Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'

By Sandy DoverJuly 15, 2015

This is basically common knowledge now for Michael Jordan aficionados -- MJ was often called the "Black Cat" amongst his teammates and closest friends in basketball. Of course, complexion and race set aside for a...

Sole Collector takes on 'Best Air Jordans' since 1985 series debut
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Sole Collector takes on 'Best Air Jordans' since 1985 series debut

By Sandy DoverJune 26, 2015

It's no secret that the Air Jordan signature line of shoes is considered the best and most famous series of basketball shoes ever created. It's not even close. Nike and Michael Jordan together changed the...