Tweet Nike is showing the GS crowd some love with their retro releases as seen here with the Nike Air Griffey Max 1 GS. Sporting a grey and white upper, the model blends leather and nubuck over the old school silhouette. Teal and pink share duties as accents, showing up only on the lace, branding, and Air Max unit. Currently, there is not a release set Ken Griffey Jr sneaker, but stay close and we will update you as soon as we get an update. Source: Marquee Sole Article source: Kicks on Fire
Archive for April, 2012:
Kobe 7 Fade Option On NIKEiD
Tweet Late last week Nike allowed you to customize the Nike Zoom Kobe 7 with the elusive Poison Dart Frog design. Well, if you are into NIKEiD, it appears that the Oregon folks have also added a fade option. The FADE option will allow you to transition between one color and black on the upper to create a gradient type effect across the design. Unfortunately, you can’t combine the fade and the frog together. Available now on NIKEiD. Article source: Kicks on Fire
Air Jordan 1 Phat Anthracite / Club Purple
Tweet The Air Jordan 1 was quickly adopted by the skateboard community for its durability and stylish looks. Today, the Air Jordan 1 comes in many flavors, including the Air Jordan 1 Phat. Seen here in a Anthracite / Club Purple colorway, the model has taken a stroll away from its basketball roots to a more urban setting. Pebbled leather provide a base for the Nike Swoosh packing elephant print, both under the influence of club purple. Final details include the use of anthracite over in inlays, liner, and tongue. The Air Jordan 1 Phat Anthracite / Club Purple is available now at Extra Butter. Article source: Kicks on Fire
Nike Air Safari VNTG Gorge Green/Granite
The Nike Air Safari VNTG Gorge Green/Granite is a shoe we first saw earlier this month. Sparking discussion amongst many sneakerheads, this retro runner now gets an up-close look. Shades of granite and bamboo add contrast to a gorge green suede and mesh base, while the outsole sports a gum tone. Look for this pair at select overseas retailers. Nike Air Safari VNTG Gorge Green/Granite Nike Air Safari VNTG Gorge Green/Granite Source: Burner Article source: Nick Kicks
Style Inspiration: 3 Courthouse Wedding Looks for a Bride on a Budget
Charlotte writes, “I need your help! My beau and I are getting married in D.C in June, and we’re planning a small courthouse ceremony with close family and friends, followed by a luncheon at a relative’s house. Do you think you could offer some outfit inspiration? I visualize a knee-length jacquard dress and pretty fascinator, but have no idea where to start looking. My only ‘requirements’ are that the dress is knee-length (or slightly above) and the entire outfit is under $400.” Congrats on your impending nuptials! So you need a wedding outfit under $400? Sounds like a challenge, but I’m up for it! The first look centers on a $148 floral lace crepe dress by Shelli Segal, along with a $90 pair of Bebe gold and white sandals: Since you mentioned a fascinator, I found one for $89 from
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Matsui could join Bulls sometime in May
slideshow By STEVE WISEMAN swiseman@heraldsun.com; 919-419-6671 DURHAM — On the day when the Durham Bulls ended a near historic losing streak, they also got good news about the future. Former All-Star outfielder/designated hitter Hideki Matsui signed a minor-league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays and is expected to join the Bulls sometime this month. “Over the past two decades, Hideki has been one of the most consistently productive hitters in the world,” Rays executive VP Andrew Friedman said in a statement. “We are happy to add his ability, approach and professionalism to our organization.” Matsui, who will be 38 in June, has played nine seasons in the majors, including seven with the New York Yankees and one each with the Los Angeles Angels and Oakland A’s. He has compiled a .285 batting average with 173 home runs and 753 RBIs.
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ACC’s 2012 football favorites look familiar
• N.C. State coach Tom OBrien: Everybody is healthy. That was the good thing for us. • Duke coach David Cutcliffe: Were on the mend, and thats the most important thing to me right now. • Wake Forest coach Jim Grobe: I think like most coaches will tell you, if you stay healthy in the spring, youre happy. Happy is usually an underlying theme in the spring, as well as hope. N.C. State, Wake Forest and North Carolina all are hoping to build on bowl seasons from 2011, while Dukes chasing a breakthrough under Cutcliffe. As usual, Florida State, Clemson and Virginia Tech are the early favorites in the ACC. Heres a post-spring review of how the conference is projected to stack up as the clock counts down to kickoff on the 2012 season (122 days until N.C. State takes
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Reebok Question x Allen Iverson in China
Tweet Sneakerheads of the past got a touch of nostalgia this weekend as Allen Iverson brought back the Reebok Questions on court. Dressed in their usual white and red make-ups, the models help Iverson in game one of the US Pro-Ball Legend Tour. The tour features players like Dennis Rodman, Clyde Drexler, Scottie Pippen, Jason Williams and Shawn Kemp, but it was the Questions that were getting the most press for the sneaker blogs. Though an official release date has yet to be announced, Swizz Beatz leads us to believe the classic sneaker will be making a comeback this summer. Source: xiekuang Article source: Kicks on Fire
Nike Zoom Kobe 7 Black/Volt Sample
Tweet Nike may have just hit us with the release fo the Nike Zoom Kobe 7 Elite, but that doesn’t mean we will not see anymore look at the regular season Nike Zoom Kobe 7. Today we get a look at a sample of the Kobe Bryant signature sneaker, this time dressed in Black/Volt. The model rocks a mostly black upper with bright volt layer beneath. Additionally, tones of grey hit the majority of the outsole, with black capping off the toe. Kobe Bryant fans can try to grab these over at eBay. Article source: Kicks on Fire
Nike LeBron 9 Low “Nerf” Customs By Mache Customs
Tweet Last year it seemed like the Air Jordan 6 was the silhouette of choices for customizers, but this year the focus has changed to the Nike LeBron 9. Created by customizer extraordinair, Mache Customs, the model mimics the styling of the popular Nike Zoom KDIV of the same name. The purple upper transitions to a black grey gradient on the ankle, and the midsole features a black speckled look. To complete the look, Mache Customs gives the LeBron 9 a burst of color with neon laces. Article source: Kicks on Fire