This week, Jordan Brand is reintroducing the Air Jordan 1 AJKO, Nike SB and Stingwater are getting psychedelic with a Nike SB Dunk, and adidas Originals is continuing their collection with The Simpsons for a ZX 1000. Find out what other new sneaker releases caught our attention in this latest installment of The Drop List.
Air Jordan 1 AJKO Chicago
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For the first time since 2014, Jordan Brand brings back the Air Jordan 1 AJKO Chicago in its original form. The AJKO debuted in 1986 as a canvas alternative to the classic Air Jordan 1 High.
The Air Jordan 1 AJKO Chicago features a white and Gym Red thick canvas upper with black leather Swooshes and collars. From there, signature “AJKO” branding is displayed on the Wings logo. A white midsole and red outsole wraps this retro design.
The Air Jordan 1 AJKO Chicago releases on Wednesday, May 12th for $140 on the SNKRS app.
Air Jordan 1 Shadow 2.0
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Jordan offers a fresh take on the timeless Air Jordan 1 Shadow colorway with the Air Jordan 1 Shadow 2.0.
The upper of the Air Jordan 1 Shadow 2.0 is made of a black leather base with Light Smoke Grey overlays. A classic Wings logo appears on the lateral ankle wrap while a woven Nike Air label is stitched atop the tongue to complete the look.
The Air Jordan 1 Shadow 2.0 releases on Saturday, May 15th for $170 on the SNKRS app and at select retailers.
Nike SB Dunk Low Stingwater Magic Mushroom
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Skateboarder Daniel Kim’s brand, Stingwater, is teaming up with Nike SB to release the Nike SB Dunk Low Stingwater Magic Mushroom. The collaboration draws inspiration from one of Stingwater’s central motifs: psilocybin mushrooms, and their mythical properties.
The Nike SB Dunk Low Stingwater Magic Mushroom features a University Red leather upper with safari print overlays and cream corduroy lining, nodding to the gills of a mushroom. A mini jewel Swoosh is set on the quarter panel alongside Stingwater branding. On the inside of the tongue, there is a hidden stash pocket to carry whatever you’d like to keep secret, and an icy translucent sole adds the finishing touch.
The Nike SB Dunk Low Stingwater Magic Mushroom releases on Monday, May 10th for $125 on the SNKRS app and at select Nike SB retailers.
adidas ZX 1000 Simpsons Flaming Moe’s
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As part of their latest collection with The Simpsons, adidas Originals is honoring Homer’s infamous cocktail with the adidas ZX 1000 Simpsons Flaming Moe’s. The Flaming Moe was first introduced as the Flaming Homer in the third season of The Simpsons, when Homer created a bizarre drink that contained cough syrup. The drink was so good that Homer’s friend and regular bartender, Moe, stole the recipe, renamed it the Flaming Moe, and took credit for inventing it at his eponymous bar.
The adidas ZX 1000 Simpsons Flaming Moe’s features a purple mesh and Nubuck upper with hits of red, orange, and yellow on the Three Stripes branding and flame detailing. The metal deubré references the Flaming Moe cocktail, with flames rising out of the glass. A white and red Torsion sole adds the finishing touches.
The adidas ZX 1000 Simpsons Flaming Moe’s releases on Wednesday, May 12th for $120 at select adidas Originals retailers.
Air Jordan 5 Low Wings
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As commencement season comes to a close, Jumpman celebrates the graduating class of 2021 with the new Air Jordan 5 Low Wings.
The upper of the Air Jordan 5 Low Wings is made of black nylon with plush leather overlays and netted panels. From there, gold “20″ and “21” embroidery is featured on the lateral heel as a tribute to recent graduates. A black and gold midsole with an icy translucent outsole wraps the design.
The Air Jordan 5 Low Wings releases on Friday, May 14th for $190 on the SNKRS app and at select Jordan retailers.
Nike SB Dunk High TV Signal
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Following the release of the Nike SB Dunk Low VX1000, Nike SB delivers another UK exclusive with the Nike SB Dunk High TV Signal.
The Nike SB Dunk High TV Signal features a TV Signal-patterned textile upper with black Durabuck overlays and a white leather vamp. From there, a black patent leather Swoosh is prominent on each side. A white and black sole completes the look.
The Nike SB Dunk High TV Signal releases on Saturday, May 15th for $110 at select UK Nike SB retailers.
New Balance 991 Slam Jam
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New Balance teams up with Italian retailer Slam Jam to release the New Balance 991 Slam Jam. The design reflects Slam Jam’s ethos of “(Un)corporate Uniforms”, an ongoing research project with the aim to understand and help define the concept of uniform.
The upper of the New Balance 991 Slam Jam features a mix of black dyed ripstop nylon, nubuck, and rubber with silver reflective overlays. A reflective New Balance logo is prominent on the quarter panel. A grey and black ENCAP sole provides support to wrap this design.
The New Balance 991 Slam Jam releases on Thursday, May 13th for $180 on the Slam Jam webstore and select retailers.
