This week, Jordan Brand brings back the renowned Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey, Yeezy debuts a new variation of the Yeezy Boost 350 V2, and Nike delivers another Blazer Low collaboration with sacai and KAWS. Find out which sneaker releases are the most popular, most expensive, and which are coming your way in this latest installment of The Drop List.
Best Sneakers This Week
Air Jordan 1 High Bordeaux
After an action-packed weekend of holiday shopping, the Air Jordan 1 Bordeaux has dethroned the Jordan 12 Royalty Taxi as the most sold sneaker of the week on StockX. At a resale price premium of just 20%, the Bordeaux is one of the more affordable routes to owning a pair of Air Jordan 1 Highs, especially for a pair with simple and clean color blocking.
Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey
Even though the Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey isn’t set to officially release until later this week, it is already trading in high volumes. Behind the Jordan 1 Bordeaux, the Cool Grey was also one of the most sold sneakers in the past week, and there are no signs of slowing down as we expect an influx of supply to hit StockX in light of its global release this Saturday.
Most Expensive Sneaker This Week
Nike Mag Back to the Future BTTF (2011)
The Nike Mag Back to the Future BTTF (2011) remains the most expensive sneaker for the second week in a row as another pair closed at a colossal price of $15,000. This is the third trade of this Nike Mag in the past two weeks, proving that there is still deadstock supply of this extremely rare sneaker more than a decade after it was first auctioned off.
Best Sneakers Releasing This Week
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Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey
The holidays are here and, as expected, so is this year’s holiday Jordan 11. For the first time in over a decade, the highly-anticipated Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey returns in its original form.
Originally making its debut in 2001, the Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey features a premium Cool Grey Durabuck upper and signature patent leather mudguards with Jumpman embroidery on the collars. From there, white midsoles and icy blue translucent outsoles complete the retro design.
The Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey releases on Saturday, December 11th for $225 on the SNKRS app and in select Jordan retailers.
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adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Blue
Yeezy debuts a new, “compact” iteration of the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 with the adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Blue.
The adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Blue builds off of the original 350 V2 design by refreshing the knit upper. The CMPCT Primeknit upper arrives with a higher ankle collar than its predecessor, and ditches the traditional side stripe for a sock-like, woven pattern. Also, the lacing system is more voluminous than previous models, with lace loops extending out of the upper to hold its rope laces, perhaps taking cues from the Yeezy 450.
The adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Blue releases on Monday, December 6th for $220 on the adidas CONFIRMED app and in select stores.
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Nike Blazer Low sacai Kaws Purple Dusk
The Nike x sacai x KAWS trifecta continue their Blazer Low collection this week with the Nike Blazer Low sacai Kaws Purple Dusk.
Constructed with a smooth purple leather upper and multicolor overlays, the Nike Blazer Low sacai Kaws Purple Dusk embraces the vibrant palettes frequently employed in KAWS’ paintings. On the midsole, debossed XX insignias nod to the stylization of eyes in his characters. Doubled tongues, eyestays, and Swooshes align with sacai’s previous Nike collaborations.
The Nike Blazer Low sacai Kaws Purple Dusk releases on Friday, December 10th for $140 on the SNKRS app and in select retailers.
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adidas Yeezy 700 V3 Copper Fade
Yeezy extends their 700 V3 line with the copper-toned adidas Yeezy 700 V3 Copper Fade.
Carrying an earthy feeling, the adidas Yeezy 700 V3 Copper Fade is composed of a copper Primeknit upper with a signature translucent TPU lace cage unit. At the base, a black and copper adiPRENE sole provides cushioning and stability.
The adidas Yeezy 700 V3 Copper Fade releases on Friday, December 10th for $200 on the adidas CONFIRMED app and in select stores.
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adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR MX Sand Grey
Alongside the re-releases of the adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR MX Moon Gray and adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR Ochre, Yeezy introduces a new Foam RNNR colorway with the adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR MX Sand Grey.
The adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR MX Sand Grey borrows an adjacent camouflage styling as the MX Moon Grey, but implements a new color mix. Swirls of beige, dark brown, and grey smother the sculptural EVA foam design, offering a similar visual appeal as the process of mixing paint.
The adidas Yeezy Foam RNNR MX Sand Grey, MX Moon Gray, and Ochre release on Saturday, December 11th for $80 on the adidas CONFIRMED app.
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New Balance 574 Louis De Guzman
Chicago-based artist Louis De Guzman teamed up with New Balance for a fresh take on the New Balance 574.
The New Balance 574 Louis De Guzman draws influence from De Guzman’s In Between The Lines series, a series of paintings that gather abstract shapes to create intricate compositions. Atop a multi-colored upper composed of leather, suede, and mesh, New Balance logos filled in with geometric graphics referencing De Guzman’s paintings add a custom element.
The New Balance 574 Louis De Guzman releases on Wednesday, December 8th for $85 in select retailers.
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Nike Golden Gals Pack
If you are looking to turn heads with your choice of footwear, the women’s Nike Golden Gals Pack will shine and dazzle in any setting.
Consisting of a women’s Nike Dunk Low, Air Max 97, and Daybreak, the Nike Golden Gals Pack pays homage to the glitz and glamour of today’s sparkling makeup trends. Each design features silver and gold metallic tones that would most likely be found in a bold palette of eyeshadow.
The Nike Golden Gals Pack releases on Thursday, December 9th at retail prices of $110 and $180 on the SNKRS app and at select stores.
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Saucony Shadow 6000 ALIFE
After a brief hiatus, legendary New York streetwear label ALIFE reunited with Saucony for the Saucony Shadow 6000 ALIFE.
A tribute to MTA subway trains in New York City, the Saucony Shadow 6000 ALIFE features a white mesh upper with multicolor suede overlays that represent iconic lines in the subway system. Reflective metallic Saucony insignia on the quarter panels, ALIFE logos on the toe wraps, and gum outsoles add the finishing touches to this collaborative trainer.
The Saucony Shadow 6000 ALIFE releases on Friday, December 10th for $150 at select Saucony retailers.
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New Balance 550 Rich Paul
Signature sneakers aren’t only for star athletes, they can also be for their agents. Klutch Sports Group founder Rich Paul has teamed up with New Balance for his own signature New Balance 550.
The New Balance 550 Rich Paul features an off-white perforated leather upper with navy detailing and yellowed New Balance logos. Rich Paul branded woven labels and insoles customize the design in a similar way to most player edition sneakers. On the sole, hits of light blue add a complementary effect.
The New Balance 550 Rich Paul releases on Friday, December 10th for $140 on the New balance website and in select stores.
