Converse Skateboarding 2010

Non male, non male. Questo modello di Converse Rune Pro Mid fa parte della collezione Skateboarding Holiday 2010. Le trovate sul loro store.
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Converse Skateboarding 2010

Adidas ObyO by Jeremy Scott

Queste Adidas in smoking sono state disegnate in collaborazione con Jeremy Scott per la collezione Originals by Originals. Data di rilascio vicina, aspettiamo però anche un paio di varianti sul colore!
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Adidas ObyO by Jeremy Scott

Adidas ObyO by Jeremy Scott

Munich Sneakers Design

La marque de sport Munich vient d’ouvrir une nouvelle boutique à Valence, avec la société d’architecture Deardesign. Une véritable vitrine pour les sneakers, basé sur le logo de la marque où chaque chaussure semble planer dans les airs leur offrant une visibilité maximale.



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Previously on Fubiz

Champion Soda Pop

Twist and shout with ’50s-inspired sneakers from the Keds Century Collection
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Just launched as the latest era in the Keds’ Century Collection, the 1950s-inspired Champion Soda Pop satin sneakers play tribute to the twist-and-shout days of early rock n’ roll .

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Bold shades of blue, green and black with polka dots and bright laces add a punch of colorful fun to this season’s autumn neutrals.

The limited edition Champion Soda Pop sneakers sell for $45 on Keds’ Original Sneaker site, where you’ll also be able to find entertaining information on the history of the brand and other monumental moments from the ’50s.


Erik Schedin Relaunched Products

A CH favorite, Erik Schedin of Sweden makes a finely edited collection of essentials, accessories and products sharing a pared-down aesthetic. Proving his chops as a designer, standouts include items that Schedin created himself, which have just been newly relaunched.

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First dropped in 2008 in just one size, his white leather sneakers—the epitome of understatement—are back in production in sizes 41-45 (8-11.5 US) for around $200.

Schedin also re-released his tote bag ($353). The new version, made from boat-cover fabric, features hand-dyed, tonal cotton handles and an off-white drawstring with matching tape covering the interior seams.

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The sneakers and tote are available now on his online shop and Dover Street Market.


Keds Throwback

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As Keds continues to commemorate the decades with their Century Collection, the latest shoe in the series reflects the sober fashions of the ’30s, an era plagued by the Great Depression. The Keds Throwback, a basic sneaker adorned only with their classic blue label at the heel, makes it especially authentic with a canvas stock and sole that’s close to identical to the original.

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Another reminder of Keds’ past, children who grew up in the last couple of decades will remember the simple yellow-and-blue cushioned insole that graced the interior throughout much of the brand’s history, beginning in 1933 when they developed the shock-proof arch cushion. With that extra support and washable fabric exterior, Keds was the original sports-inspired sneaker.

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The limited edition, web exclusive Keds Throwback comes in cream, black and pink colorways for $40. Stay tuned for future Century Collection kicks, or check out the recent 1910s-inspired Champion Take Flight sneakers to see another vintage reinvention.


Keds Champion Take Flight

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The first shoe in Keds’ Century Collection celebrating the decades, the “Champion Take Flight” tackles the 1910s with a look that’s equal parts dapper menswear and ladylike detailing. Washed sateen lends an unexpected touch of shine, while a cap toe, other leather details and a striped lining speak to a classic early 20th century feel. We can imagine Amelia Earhart sporting the gum soled-footwear, though Keds cites “America’s coming of age during Industrial Revolution” as its inspiration.

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As a partner with Keds on their Original Sneaker campaign (Keds introduced the first sneaker in 1916), we’re excited to have the exclusive on this premier sneaker in a series of 10 limited-edition releases that Keds will be debuting monthly—stay tuned for more! The edition of 200 sells online only from the Keds site for $50.


Number (N)ine x Converse

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As a farewell to esteemed Tokyo brand Number (N)ine, Converse recently teamed up with the now defunct label for a final covetable collaboration.

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The resulting asymmetrical Chuck Taylor All Star and One Star oxford-styled sneakers make a fitting end for Number (N)ine, as designer Takahiro Miyashita explains, “My childhood started with Converse.”

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Takahiro tweaked the classic Converse models with an askew lace-up, a nod to the innovative 1970 Converse Odessa (a more recent version is pictured below left). Made of premium deer skin, the shag suede upper’s uneven texture lends a spackle-paint texture for a modern Boho feel.

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While saying goodbye is always hard, as Takahiro eloquently states “When you’re finished changing, you’re finished”—the Converse collaboration seems a silver lining to that cloud.

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The shoes drop in select stores around the world beginning 13 March 2010, including 10 Corso Como, Colette, Dover Street Market, Wood Wood, Aloha Rag, and more, for $140 a pair.


Nike HTM2

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Mark Parker, Hiroshi Fujiwara and Tinker Hatfield have been collaborating for nearly ten years on the HTM series of Nike sneakers which are among the most coveted by collectors. During a recent conversation in Tokyo Parker stated that their mission has always been “to push the limits on style and performance and try some things that might not come out of the company naturally thru the main stream creative process.” Their latest project, the HTM2, takes this goal to a new level.

The 2 in HTM2 is for Mark Smith, Creative Director of the Jordan brand and guest collaborator on this project. The initial design for the shoe, a hybrid between performance gear and casual-wear, came from Smith and was evolved by the team. “It’s an unusual shoe, very different from the normal, classic sneaker. It’s a slip-on using Free performance technology brought to everyday lifestyle with a look that’s very different from a normal running or basketball based shoe,” describes Parker. The fit is surprisingly snug and supportive for a slip-on and the Free sole affords maximum flexibility. The stenciled Swoosh is a nice touch and each of the four collaborators designed their own HTM2 logo, some of which you’ll see in our gallery.

Parker mentioned that this is the first in a new wave of collaborations for the HTM team. Available in both low and hi styles and several colorways, the HTM2 is available at Nike Sportswear stores in New York and Tokyo starting Monday 1 March 2010.


Pro-Keds Spring 2010 Video

Promoting their Spring line,

Pro-Keds recently debuted a short video telling the story of a shoe-based mission. With settings that will look familiar to NYC residents and a Bond-esque soundtrack, the playfully inventive piece follows a cast of characters who at various points throw shoes over a fence, trade them, pluck pairs from lamp posts, and steal them from sleeping subway riders. The madcap upshot, with its saturated colors highlighting the rich hues of the kicks, is one of the more fun examples of branded content we’ve come across lately.