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One of the world’s biggest pop stars has her first sneaker collaboration with Jordan Brand dropping this week.
While Billie Eilish’s AJKO 1 and Air Jordan 15 are the highlight, there is plenty of other great pairs hitting stores this week that will satisfy any taste. A handful of new Dunks are dropping, Jeremy Scott is released a vibrant collection of Forums with Adidas, New Balance is celebrating its history with a new 990v3, Trae Young’s first signature sneaker is finally hitting retailers, and more.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Nike Dunk High 1985 'Black Acid Wash'
Price: $130
When: Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Another colorway of the Dunk High 1985 colorway is set to release this Tuesday morning. The shape of the shoe is designed to more closely resemble the OG Dunk Highs that released in the ‘80s. This “Black Acid Wash” color scheme features a cream upper with leather overlays that have been given an acid wash-like treatment. A yellowed midsole completes the vintage-inspired look.
Nike Air Max BW 'Los Angeles'
Price: $140
When: Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Air Max BW is getting another retro release this week. The latest colorway mimics the OG “Persian Violet” look, but replace the purple hits with bright orange. Said to be inspired by the Los Angeles clothing scene in the ‘90s, the pair also features a purple “LA” logo on the left tongue and “Los Angeles” written across each heel.
Nike Dunk Low 'Championship Red'
Price: $100
When: Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following a slight delay, the “Championship Red” Dunk Low is arriving at retailers this week. The pair keeps things simple with a red and white leather upper reminiscent of the collegiate-inspired OGs from the ‘80s.
Nike Air Max 90 'Familia'
Price: $130
When: Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: This brand new colorway of the Air Max 90 is designed to celebrate the diversity of Latin America and its love for soccer. The multicolored look is inspired by a fictional soccer team, Club Atletico Familia. The vibrant sneaker is supposed to resemble the jerseys worn by goalies in the ‘90s. Made up of recycled materials, each pair’s upper is completely unique.
Air Jordan AJKO 1 'Storm Blue'
Price: $140
When: Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Another pair of AJKOs is dropping later this week. The “Storm Blue” pair features a white and blue canvas upper with black leather detailing throughout. OG Nike tongue tags and an AJKO Wings logo on each ankle collar complete the casual design.
Women's Nike Dunk High 'Aluminum'
Price: $110
When: Thursday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A new women’s colorway of the Dunk High is also set to drop this week. The “Aluminum” colorway keeps things simple with a white leather upper and light blue overlays that make these the perfect option for any UNC Tar Heels fan in search of some new footwear to add to the rotation.
Billie Eilish x Jordan Brand
Price: $170 (AJKO1), $225 (Air Jordan 15)
When: Thursday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS
What You Need to Know: Following a limited drop via the singer’s official website, Billie Eilish’s Air Jordan AJKO 1 and Air Jordan 15 are getting a wider release. The tonal pairs include the singer’s logo, are 100% vegan, and are constructed of at least 20% recycled material by weight.
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Adidas Trae Young 1 'Ice Trae'
Price: $140
When: Friday, Oct. 1
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: After being worn by the star point guard throughout the Atlanta Hawks’ impressive 2021 NBA Playoff run in a handful of colorways, Trae Young’s first signature sneaker with Adidas is finally hitting stores. The debut colorway has been previously referred to as the “Ice Trae” color scheme, thanks to its icy blue upper. Subtle red accents including the official polar bear mascot of popular slushie brand ICEE stamped on each heel complete the theme. In an effort to be more sustainable, 20% of pieces used to make the upper are made with minimum 50% recycled content. Performance features include Lightstike cushioning and Boost in the heel.
New Balance 990v3 'Made in US'
Price: $185
When: Friday, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: New Balance continues to celebrate the 990 series with the latest “Made in US” release on Friday. The 990v3 is coming in New Balance’s signature all-grey look. Its appearance differs from the usual grey 990v3 with the inclusion of a red tab on the lateral side panel that reads “Version 3.”
Air Jordan 5 'Orange Blaze'
Price: $190
When: Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The “Orange Blaze” Air Jordan 5 is the newest colorway of the popular signature sneaker to be introduced by Jordan Brand. The pair features a cream leather upper with small-sqaured textile used on the mid panel and to wrap the ankle. Other elements include an orange midsole, cement grey speckled shark teeth, and the 5’s usual reflective tongue. Given some of Jordan Brand’s past colorways, it’s hard not to think about the “Shattered Backboard” series when looking at this brand new pair.
Jeremy Scott x Adidas Forum 'Dipped'
Price: $160
When: Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest drop from Jeremy Scott’s revived collaborative partnership with Adidas is a series of brightly-colored Forums referred to as the “Dip” collection. Low and High versions of the popular silhouette have been covered in a shiny material that make them look like they have been dipped in candy. Solar Yellow, Solar Pink, Blue, App Signal Orange colorways are all available. Matching apparel like velour tops and track pants will also be up for grabs.