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.
Articles by Jordan Ellis
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March 29, 2026
Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra Evo Merges Trail and Road DNA
Adidas Terrex has engineered a new chapter for the Agravic Speed Ultra Evo by importing marathon-level performance technology into its trail running platform. The collaboration between the German brand's trail and running divisions represents a shift toward hybrid footwear that doesn't compromise on either terrain.
August 23, 2026
Nike Caitlin 1 Debuts in Teal Fade Colorway
Caitlin Clark's inaugural Nike signature silhouette has officially arrived in the Teal Fade colorway. The Nike Caitlin 1 represents the brand's investment in elite women's basketball footwear, positioning Clark's on-court tool at the intersection of performance and cultural visibility.
August 23, 2026
Converse All Star POINTEDTOE Expands With Dressy Low-Tops
Converse is building out its POINTEDTOE collection with two new low-top iterations that push the Chuck Taylor silhouette toward formal wear. The PA OX and GL OX arrive August 21, each reinterpreting the sneaker through tailored materials and structural detailing inspired by dress footwear.
August 23, 2026
Jordan DMSN 95 Arrives in Reverse Bred Colorway
Jordan Brand is testing the restomod waters with the Jordan DMSN 95, a modernized interpretation of a classic silhouette. The latest offering arrives in a Reverse Bred execution that pairs fire red suede mudguards with a jet black foundation and yellow branding.
August 23, 2026
AWAKE x Jordan 6 Releases August 23 Headlining Week's Drops
Angelo Baque's AWAKE NY finally delivers its long-teased Air Jordan 6 collaboration on August 23, launching via EQL raffle before the Blueberry colorway expands to wider retail later in the week. A robust slate of releases follows, anchored by Westside Gunn's fur-textured Saucony Jazz 9, Bad Bunny's adidas F50 Ghost Sprint, and the rare second reissue of the Air Jordan 8 Chrome.
August 23, 2026
Nike Air Foamposite One Obsidian Surfaces in Gem Pack
The Nike Air Foamposite One revival extends into next summer with an Obsidian colorway joining the Gem Pack lineup. This blue-and-black iteration continues the brand's sustained reissue of the polarizing early-2000s silhouette.
August 23, 2026
adidas x Bad Bunny Badbo 1.0 Drops September 2026
Bad Bunny's signature adidas line expands with the Badbo 1.0 in 'Night Navy,' a deep tonal colorway arriving September 26, 2026. The shoe draws visual inspiration from Puerto Rican coastal landscapes, pairing premium suede with orange eyelets and a vintage-inflected midsole.
August 22, 2026
Nike Mind 001 Restocking October 2026 in Three Colorways
The Nike Mind 001 is making its return in October after rapid sellouts have kept the silhouette in high demand. Three colorways—two restocked favorites and one women's-exclusive debut—are confirmed for the drop, though Nike may add additional pairs before launch.
August 22, 2026
New Balance 2010 Arrives in Canvas for Autumn
New Balance is preparing a seasonal refresh of the prolific 2010 silhouette, swapping its standard mesh upper for a sturdy canvas construction. The shift addresses both the shift in weather and the model's established foothold as an accessible alternative to the brand's pricier Made in USA offerings.
August 22, 2026
Air Jordan 11 Space Jam Releases December 2026
Jordan Brand is bringing back the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam in its truest form. The iconic silhouette, rendered in the classic Black, Concord, and White colorway, will release on December 12, 2026, priced at $235 across SNKRS and select retail partners.
August 22, 2026
Air Jordan Mule Surfaces in Summit White for Fall 2026
Jordan Brand's most unconventional silhouette—the Air Jordan Mule—is arriving in its most restrained colorway yet. The slip-on platform shoe trades its louder aesthetic for a crisp Summit White execution this fall, channeling luxury minimalism while retaining its signature maximalist construction.
August 22, 2026
Nike Mind 002 Flyknit Arrives in Fossil Stone
Nike is expanding the Mind 002 Flyknit lineup with a Fossil Stone colorway that trades bold graphics for neutral restraint. The palette centers on earth-toned construction, marking another iteration within the brand's contemporary knit-focused offering.
August 22, 2026
Nike Caitlin 1 'Emerald Rise' Releases January 2027
Nike is expanding the colorway arsenal for Caitlin Clark's signature model with the Caitlin 1 'Emerald Rise,' a vibrant green-and-blue iteration set to drop in January 2027. The shoe layers mint and cobalt tones across a textured upper, anchored by metallic gold accents and a darkened heel counter.
August 22, 2026
SLAM x Nike Hyperflight Surfaces in Patent Orange
The SLAM x Nike Hyperflight collaboration has arrived in official imagery, showcasing a striking orange patent leather execution rooted in early 2000s design language. This partnership brings vintage court aesthetic to a modern silhouette, with release details now confirmed.
August 22, 2026
Air Jordan 4 Retro Pink Thunder Releases December 2026
The Air Jordan 4 Thunder lineage expands into softer territory. Jordan Brand has unveiled the Air Jordan 4 Retro Pink Thunder, a black-and-salmon take on the storied silhouette that tempers the collection's traditional bold palette with a more nuanced two-tone execution. The shoe releases December 19, 2026.
August 21, 2026
Air Jordan 4 Arrives in Army Green for Year-End Drop
Jordan Brand is capping off a prolific Air Jordan 4 season with a Light Army Green rendition arriving as a European exclusive for the holiday window. The subdued colorway adds a more understated entry to the model's year-long rotation.
August 21, 2026
50 Cent Selling Signed G-Unit x Reebok G6 Pairs
Following the retail sell-out of the G-Unit x Reebok G6 retro collaboration, 50 Cent is moving directly to consumers with a limited offering of signed pairs through his webstore. The drop will include authenticated footwear alongside period-appropriate apparel accessories, with a waitlist currently open.
August 21, 2026
Nike Air Bakin OG Returns September 28, 2026
Nike is reviving the Air Bakin OG, a rare retro that defined '90s basketball innovation before controversy nearly buried it. The classic red, black, and yellow colorway surfaces September 28, 2026, with a restored design that corrects the original's misstep while honoring its cult legacy.
August 20, 2026
Nike Air Liquid Max Arrives in Grey Fog
Nike continues its cushioning innovation with the Air Liquid Max, a silhouette that prioritizes negative space underfoot rather than incremental Air increases. The upcoming Grey Fog colorway emphasizes the shoe's signature Dynamic Air pod system through a mercury-like platform execution paired with neutral grey tones.
August 20, 2026