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BBC x REEBOK: INSTAPUMP FURY BOOST
Billionaire Boys Club, a label founded in 2003 by Pharrell Williams and Bathing Ape's Nigo - is a considered by many one of the founding fathers of modern streetwear clothing. The brand has seen updates and innovation over the past few years, including but not limited to their ongoing collaboration with footwear-giant Reebok. This Spring 2021's collaboration focuses on an intergalactic theme, dressed up on the Instapump Fury with added BOOST sole technology.
The 2 iterations are both constructed of a Cordura fabric with unique color motifs. The first pair is seen dressed in a light 'Dandy Blue' with black and yellow accents, while the second takes on a military inspiration in a mix of 'Pine Green' with taupe and and muted orange detailing. Both pairs sit atop a white BOOST midsole and gum rubber outsoles and are complete with a mixture of small embellishments that attain to the Collection’s theme. Some of the added details include a rocket ship keychain hang tag, galaxy-printed insoles, and BBC's signature astronaut mascot on the tongue's air pump.
Release Info: The Reebok x BBC Instapump Fury Boost is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's 8 - 12 US
Price: $225 CAD
PUMA x KIDSUPER STUDIOS: SPRING 2021
Puma teams up with Brooklyn-based artist collective KIDSUPER STUDIOS, founded by Colm Dillane, to bring together a capsule collection full of fun graphic prints, bold color ways and unique artistic expression. The release sees an assortment of new apparel pieces as well as a fun take on the classic Puma Ralph Sampson 70, and Mirage Mox sneakers. From half-zips and graphic tees, to a full tracksuit ensemble, this collection bases many of its designs on a custom pattern showcasing animated faces as well as illustrated prints showcasing the design of the KIDSUPER mascot himself.
KIDSUPER STUDIOS taps into color experimentation as well, mixing neutral shades atop bright hues of pink, yellow and purple. The capsule not only experiments with color palettes, but also with mixed materials from a soft cotton, to shell lining, to the ribbon like fabrics on the tags. The set is a fresh take on Puma heritage styles and is perfect for the upcoming Spring/Summer Season.
Release Info: The Puma x KIDSUPER STUDIOS Spring '21 Collection is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: S - L / Men's 4.5 - 12 US / Women's 6 - 13.5 US
Price: $55 - 180 CAD
VAULT by VANS x PORTER YOSHIDA & CO
Vault by Vans comes together with widely renowned Japanese bag maker - PORTER (Yoshida & Co) for an exclusive Collection of footwear & accessory styles featuring some of Vans' most iconic silhouettes. Included in the release are four footwear styles that are infused with premium tumbled leather linings, suede panelling, co-branded embellishments, and velcro stripes. The styles are all dressed in neutral tones of army green, black and cream contrasted by PORTER's signature bright orange linings.
PORTER takes their own spin on the Vans traditional checkerboard pattern with mixed materials of suede, leather and canvas to add some unique detailing. The OG Old Skool LX is offered in black and green highlighting a unique floral print on the uppers, while the OG SK8 Hi LX and OG Slip on LX is dressed in the monochromatic checkerboard print. Each silhouette (with the exception of the OG Slip On LX) includes custom designed checkerboard printed shoelaces to complete the design.
Rounding off the footwear offering are two PORTER accessories - a Wallet and 3-Way Brief Case. Constructed in a mix of nylon and suede, the accessories feature a matching design motif coinciding with the footwear.
Release Info: The Vault by Vans x PORTER Collection is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $140 - $560 CAD
CONVERSE x BANDULU
The Boston-based brand returns to the helm for a follow up collaborative capsule with Converse, joining forces once again for a limited edition capsule complete with a 3-piece apparel story. After breathing new life into the CT '70 in 2015 with the embroidered black and white releases, the second iteration of this partnership continues where it left off.
Centering around the same art inspired elements, the elevated street couture brand adds their signature meticulously embroidered detail on two iconic Converse silhouettes, the Pro Leather and Chuck '70 Hi. Featuring splashes of paint, each piece looks to be randomly placed but has been carefully yet intently manipulated adding a hand-sewn silk embroidered finish.
Closer inspection reveals a multitude of details boasting a rich balance of colors and textures both on the apparel and footwear range. Debossed heel side logos, premium nubuck suede, heavy gauge canvas, speckled midsole and embroidered logo patches add finishing touches to the release.
Release Info: The Converse x Bandulu Collection launches 12:00AM (PST) - Thursday, Feb 11th, 2021.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 7 - 12 US / S - L US
Price: $55 - 150 CAD
NEW BALANCE x JADEN SMITH - VISION RACER YELLOW
Doubling down on the bold design of the Vision Racer by New Balance and Jaden Smith, the latest iteration of the sneaker sees the application of a vivid hi-visibility yellow color. The Vision Racer combines aesthetics and features of Jaden's two favourite silhouettes - the 1700 and X-Racer. As part of New Balance's sustainability initiatives, the Vision Racer's construction features a variety of different recycled materials.
Seeing an upper made up of a combination of mesh and leather panels, the sneaker's bright yellow color is contrasted by hits of grey and white on the sides and midsole. The use of black on the heel clip, tongue tag, and piping text further highlights the unique lemon-colored sneaker. The Vision Racer is finished off with its signature translucent outsole, stamped with a large pink 'VISION' graphic.
Release Info: The 'Yellow' New Balance Vision Racer will be available 12:00AM (PST) - Nov 6th
Sizing: Men's Sizing 4 - 13 US / Women's Sizing 5.5 - 14.5 US
Price: $200 CAD
REEBOK x ERIC EMANUEL - QUESTION MID 'PINK TOE'
A shoe popularized by NBA Hall of Famer - Allen Iverson, the Reebok Question Mid returns once again, this time around in collaboration with New York-based designer Eric Emanuel. The Reebok Question Mid 'Pink Toe', is Emanuels follow up to his previous Reebok Club C 85 collection.
Utilizing a clean white upper composed of a pebbled and smooth leather, Eric's Question Mid is blasted with hits of Pantone Pink on the toe, heel, and vector logos. With Dark Royal Blue accents on the eye-stays and logos, this retro ball shoe features a mesh tongue, and HEXALITE technology in the midsole. Finally, a semi-translucent outsole wraps the bottom of the mid-top sneaker, which is stamped at the heel with Eric Emanuels signature 'EE' insignia.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $210 CAD
AIR JORDAN 4 RETRO 'PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN'
Teaming up once again with the famed Parisian Football Club - 'Paris Saint-Germain', Jordan Brand unveils their latest reinterpretation of the Air Jordan 4 Retro. Rather than opting to utilize PSG's traditional red, white, and blue motifs seen on previous collaborations, Jordan and the French FC opt for a clean white and 'Bordeaux' burgundy, a palette no-less Parisian.
The all-new AJ4, minimalist in its design and color-blocking, features details unique to this rare 'PSG' iteration. A white leather upper sees contrasting blacks on the midsole, eye-stay straps, tongue tag, heel stamp, and underneath the mesh midfoot caging, while the deep 'Bordeaux' color contrasts the sneaker on the eye-stays, heel, and midsole. Attached to the forefoot of the toebox surround, is a small tag displaying the word 'PANAME' - a surname for Paris, the city of love. A large rubber heel stamp sees co-branding from both collaborators. Finally, the sneakers are finished off with a custom packaging - consisting of a Paris Saint-Germain branded box, with custom paper, and a 'grassy' graphic lining, inspired by the football pitch.
Release Info: The Air Jordan 4 'PSG' Raffle has now concluded.
Rules: One (1) entry per person online + One (1) additional entry per person in-store at Sneakerbox Metrotown. Open to all residents of Canada.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $300 CAD
REEBOK x ERIC EMANUEL - CLUB C 85
Reebok, never to shy away from working with a broad spectrum of artists and creatives, continues their innovation on the classic Club C 85 tennis sneaker this Fall with New York-based designer - Eric Emanuel. Best known for his unique line of mesh basketball shorts and jerseys, Emanuel's self-titled brand has gained popularity among celebrities and athletes around the world.
Joining the Reebok team to release this collaborative set of Club C's, Eric Emanuel's simple yet vibrant aesthetic compliments the classic tennis silhouette. Working with a crisp white leather upper, and matching white midsole, these Club C 85's feature hits of contrasting color on the lining and heel. The first - an 'L.A Lakers' inspired homage, sees a striking royal purple at the heel, with a bright yellow outsole. The second Club C - features a simple grey outsole, with a white upper highlighted with a vibrant 'Cherry Tomato' red. Both sneakers are finished off with a custom insole graphic, as well as Eric's signature 'EE' insignia on the heel.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 4 - 12 US / Women's Sizing 5.5 - 13.5 US
Price: $140 CAD
