Jordan Ellis
Staff Writer
Jordan writes about streetwear culture, adidas collaborations, and emerging sneaker trends. He breaks down upcoming releases and finds under-the-radar deals that most shoppers miss.
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March 29, 2026
Willy Chavarria x adidas Originals Unveils México Capsule
Designer Willy Chavarria and adidas Originals have partnered to create an expansive collection celebrating Mexico's national football program. The capsule spans footwear and apparel, anchored by purpose-built silhouettes and supported by a campaign spotlighting emerging Mexican youth talent.
June 3, 2026
adidas Anthony Edwards 1 Low Cleat Arrives in Atlanta Vikings
Anthony Edwards' signature adidas line has crossed into football territory. The Anthony Edwards 1 Low now exists as a cleat, rendered in a black and Semi Solar Green colorway that pays homage to the youth team where Edwards first developed his elite athleticism before committing fully to basketball.
June 3, 2026
Nike Mind 001 Arrives in White/Metallic Silver
Nike is introducing a restrained take on the Mind 001 platform with a White/Metallic Silver colorway designed for women. The release maintains the silhouette's full technical construction while embracing a quieter, more minimalist aesthetic that contrasts with the model's typically saturated color treatments.
June 3, 2026
adidas W.T.M. Forum Unveiled by Milwaukee's Shake James
Milwaukee creative Eric "Shake" James has partnered with adidas to unveil the W.T.M. Forum, a city-specific collaboration that channels local design language and cultural identity into the German brand's iconic court silhouette. The project continues a growing tradition of place-based sneaker design that looks beyond geography as mere marketing.
June 3, 2026
adidas Anthony Edwards 2 Surfaces in Gold Metallic
The adidas Anthony Edwards 2 continues to expand its colorway rotation with a measured Black/Gold Metallic offering arriving in June. The release underscores how thoroughly Edwards has become woven into adidas Basketball's near-term strategy.
June 3, 2026
Forget-me-nots x Nike Total 90 Shox Magia Releases June
The Tokyo-based concept store makes its official debut with Nike's mainline division through a collaboration on the Total 90 Shox Magia, a hybrid soccer and performance silhouette arriving in two distinct colorways. The partnership marks Forget-me-nots' second major Swoosh venture and arrives timed to the 2026 FIFA World Cup cycle.
June 3, 2026
Nike Mind 001 Arrives in Summit White/Metallic Silver
The Nike Mind 001 departs from its signature highlighter palette with a restrained Summer/Fall 2026 release. This women's exclusive trades the neon accents that have defined the recovery platform for a tonal white and chrome treatment, proving the silhouette's versatility extends beyond its eye-catching 22-pod construction.
June 3, 2026
Nike Cryoshot Mercurial R9 Drops in 2026
Nike is reviving the Mercurial R9—the legendary boot that defined an era—through its new Cryoshot lifestyle line. The upcoming release channels the original's iconic Brazil colorway, reconnecting three decades of soccer culture with contemporary streetwear.
June 3, 2026
Nike Dunk Low Panda Patent Releases Fall 2026
Nike is reviving the Panda Dunk in patent leather for Fall 2026, trading matte canvas for high-gloss black overlays while maintaining the iconic black-and-white colorway. The execution leans toward refinement, marking a subtle but deliberate departure from the original's casual aesthetic.
June 3, 2026
On x Dover Street Market Cloud 6 Drops June 4
Swiss performance brand On reunites with Dover Street Market for a stripped-down take on the Cloud 6 silhouette. The collaborative sneaker arrives in monochromatic black with functional reflective accents and a repositioned metal eyelet, landing June 4 across DSM's retail and digital channels.
June 2, 2026
adidas x Someone Somewhere Unveils Mexico World Cup Kit Collab
adidas and Someone Somewhere have unveiled a seven-piece collaborative collection tied to Team Mexico's new World Cup kit, spotlighting the hand-embroidery craft of indigenous women artisans from Puebla. The partnership marks the second chapter of the two entities' design alliance following their 2024 Copa América success.
June 2, 2026
First Look: Nike Ja Morant Twelve Time Takedown
Ja Morant is stepping into rare Nike Basketball territory with the introduction of the Twelve Time, an official takedown silhouette that signals the Memphis Grizzlies guard's ascent to the same tier as LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo. First images teased by Morant himself reveal a design that diverges from his mainline Ja lineage while maintaining performance-driven engineering.
June 2, 2026
Nike KD 6 x PSG Collaboration Set for Fall 2026
Nike is bridging basketball and football culture with a Paris Saint-Germain collaboration on the KD 6, the storied silhouette from Kevin Durant's tenure with the Swoosh. The partnership arrives fall 2026, marking another intersection of sport and lifestyle aesthetics for the iconic model.
June 2, 2026
New Balance Ellipse Unveils Gabby Thomas Collaboration
New Balance has partnered with Olympic sprinter Gabby Thomas to create a custom iteration of the Ellipse running silhouette. The collaboration merges performance engineering with Thomas's signature aesthetic, marking another step in the brand's athlete-driven design strategy.
June 2, 2026
Cade Cunningham x Nike ST Charge PE Releases June 2026
Cade Cunningham's first signature collaboration with Nike arrives this June. The ST Charge PE "Detroit Tough" will release June 2, 2026, exclusively through Nike.com, marking a significant moment for the Pistons guard's evolving relationship with the Swoosh.
June 2, 2026
Crocs x Spider-Man Classic Clog Releases June 17
Crocs and Marvel are bringing the web-slinger to the comfort category with a Spider-Man-themed Classic Clog arriving June 17. Drawing directly from Earth-616's red and blue suit, the collaboration embeds character references into the clog's molded construction rather than relying on surface graphics.
June 2, 2026
Converse x Tyler, The Creator 1908 Jogger Releases April 7
Converse and Tyler, The Creator extend their collaborative reach into the brand's archival past with a refreshed take on the 1908 Jogger, a dormant 1970s running silhouette reimagined through four complementary two-toned palettes. The collection arrives April 7 at Converse and select retail partners.
June 1, 2026
Nike Reopens 21 Mercer for World Cup Football Takeover
Nike is returning to 21 Mercer, one of the most storied addresses in modern sneaker culture, for a World Cup-focused experiential activation beginning June 4th. The Manhattan space—which defined Nike's downtown presence during the late 2000s and early 2010s—will serve as a community hub and product showcase ahead of the 2026 tournament.
June 1, 2026
adidas Originals Arrives at HBX With Fresh Lifestyle Selection
adidas Originals has restocked at HBX with a curated selection spanning the brand's most enduring silhouettes and collaborative pieces. The German heritage line continues to balance functional sportswear DNA with elevated lifestyle aesthetics.
June 1, 2026