Waiting to release this RF x Caminando collection wasn’t easy. (Taken with instagram)
(Source: http://instagr.am/p/XlfPj/)
Posts Tagged ‘collaborations’
Posted: December 5, 2011 in Uncategorized
Tags: boots, caminando, collaborations, des moines, dropdsm, kithnyc, kithset, ronnie fieg, sneakers
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Staple x New Balance 577
Posted: November 15, 2011 in UncategorizedTags: collaborations, des moines, dropdsm, new balance, pigeon, reed space, sneakerhead, sneakers, staple
Its not often that a designer has so much pull that a mere teaser pic can get me and thousands of others excited. Well Jeff Staple is that designer. His iconic pigeon has made appearances on some of the most coveted and rare sneakers in the game. Another thing I like about him is that he also designs for function, not just form. You see it in various Reed Space items and more. Designers like Ronnie Fieg are definitely inspired by the clean lines DROPPED by Staple over the years. Here we take a look at a teaser pic of the new Staple x New Balance 577 Made in England. The 577 is a great model that has most recently popped up in the Highs and Lows Night and Day Pack. The black body and pink (or is it infrared) highlights definitely look like they could have some more pigeon inspiration and I for one will be anxiously awaiting the full look. His last collab with New Balance was nothing short of awesome (pictured below) and I am sure this DROP will be just as great. Take a look below and get excited! (Pic credit)
PREVIOUS NEW BALANCE 575 (2008):
Solebox x Saucony Shadow 5000
Posted: October 18, 2011 in UncategorizedTags: collaborations, des moines, dropdsm, saucony, saucony shadow 5000, sneakerhead, sneakers, solebox
Surprise surprise, Europe has another sick retro runner on its hands! Here we take a look at the Solebox x Saucony Shadow 5000. The German shop Solebox is no stranger to collabs and personally I have liked almost everything I have seen them DROP. For this one they once again look to the Saucony Shadow 5000 for their canvas and create 2 great works of art. The first pair features a primarily black and white make-up of suede with pink hits on the eyelets and lining. This pair is versatile enough to wear with anything while still adding a little pop with the pink. The second shoe of the pack is a little louder featuring a black and pink make up in the same suede with the pink appearing on the toe cap similar to Ronnie Fieg’s Salmon Toe Asics from last month. This pair still features enough black to be very versatile but are you man enough to rock the pink? It is breast cancer awareness month after all! As per usual these will more than likely be limited in numbers and reach when they DROP but if any German heads want to send a pair my way I’d be happy to return the favor!(thanks to SneakerNews for the pics/info)
Bodega x Saucony Elite Grid 9000
Posted: September 23, 2011 in UncategorizedTags: bodega, collaborations, des moines, dropdsm, saucony, saucony elite grid 9000, sneakers
The retro runner game is not just for Europe anymore and I for one couldn’t be happier! Below is the new collab from Boston’s Bodega and Saucony. Saucony is another brand that is known for running but has been gaining street cred with its collaborations with popular retailers like Berlin’s Solebox. The Bodega x Saucony Elite Grid 9000 pack features more great fall colors that can carry straight through to spring. The first pair features blue, grey, and purple with a gum sole that all just flow perfectly. These would be great with some khakis or your favorite pair of denim.
The next pair features a slightly toned down set of the same colors sans the purple. This pair doesn’t pop as much to me but is still a neck breaker in its own right.
Look for both pairs at Grand Rapids’ Premier or your favorite Saucony spot. Shouts to SneakerNews for the story.
Crooked Tongues X New Balance 1500 coming 10/2011!!
Posted: September 21, 2011 in UncategorizedTags: burn rubber, cncpts, collaborations, crooked tongues, dropdsm, nb1500, new balance, sneakers
Collaboration is the name of the game right now in the world of fashion kicks and New Balance is definitely a leader of the pack. The traditionally running brand has gained major fashion appeal with several high profile yet limited collaborations with stores like CNCPTS and Burn Rubber. These preview shots make it look like they have no intentions of slowing down. Crooked Tongues is a London sneaker/streetwear online retailer who offers all the hot brands and free international shipping! Today they DROPPED some previews of their upcoming New Balance 1500 collaboration in its preassembled form. The color palates on these 1500s have definite promise and are sure to create some hype on the blogosphere. The first features a classic orange/black/charcoal colorway that brings to mind the first of the fall holidays. The second features a another fall friendly palate of 2 shades of green and white. Look for these to DROP at Crooked Tongues next month and stay tuned for updates. The black based pair is most definitely on my radar!
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