A Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneakers Releases
A detailed look at this week's most important sneaker releases like the Nike React Presto, Clot x Nike Zoom Haven 97, Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1, and more.
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This week of sneaker releases has a lot of solid pairs to offer, but the undeniable favorite for many will be Travis Scott's latest work with Jordan Brand on the Air Jordan 1. Other highlights include collabs from Nike and Adidas, a new twist on an old classic, and a brand new silhouette from the Swoosh that merges the past with the present.
The drops start early this week with the "Pink Snakeskin" Air Jordan XI Low arriving on Tuesday. A trio of colorways from Clot on the Nike Zoom Haven 97 hybrid model is set to arrive the following day. Thursday will bring the arrival of the Nike React Presto and JW Anderson's latest project with Converse.
On Friday, the the Tom Sachs x Nike Mars Yard Overshoe receives a wider launch alongside a brand new colorway of the HFR x Nike LeBron 16 and the "Twist" Air Jordan 1. Releases wrap up on Saturday with the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 collab and Undefeated x Adidas collection of trail running-inspired designs.
For a detailed look at all of these pairs, here is a Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
WMNS Air Jordan XI Low 'Pink Snakeskin'
Price: $185
When: Tuesday, May 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A brand new iteration of the Air Jordan XI Low's popular "Snakeskin" motif is being introduced this week. The women's exclusive "Pink Snakeskin" features a white leather upper, branding hits on the tongue and heel, and a milky translucent outsole. The main detail is the pink faux snakeskin wrapping the mudguard in place of the traditional patent leather usually seen on the XI. The colorway is reminiscent of the unreleased Air Jordan XI sample that surfaced back in 2018, courtesy of Drake's head of security Chubbs on Instagram.
Clot x Nike Zoom Haven 97
Price: $200
When: Wednesday, May 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Clot's latest project with Nike, a brand new take on the Zoom Haven from 2000, is getting a wider release this week. The midsole of the original silhouette has been replaced with the recognizable tooling from the Air Max 97 to create a never-before-seen hybrid design. Three different colorways will be releasing alongside matching tracksuits also designed in collaboration with Edison Chen's popular label.
Image via Clot
Image via Clot
Nike React Presto
Price: $120
When: Thursday, May 9 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is debuting its latest hybrid creation, the React Presto, with two colorways inspired by the OG Air Presto. This silhouette features a sock-like upper and plastic midfoot cage similar to the original "T-shirt for the foot," while adding new features like eyestays on the tongue and heel to allow for multiple lacing options. As the name suggests, the upper sits atop a React midsole. Character-based "Brutal Honey" and "Rabid Panda" color schemes will help usher in the new model.
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JW Anderson x Converse 'Glitter' Collection
Price: $140
When: Thursday, May 9
Where: converse.com, jwanderson.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: JW Anderson revisits its original work with Converse for a brand new collection of glitter-covered Chucks. Three new colorways of the Chuck 70 will be available with each covered in its own mix of shimmering panels of gold, silver, neon green, red, blue, purple, orange, and yellow. JW Anderson has also outfitted the boot-like Run Star Hike hybrid model in the original OG "Glitter Gutter" color scheme from the 2017 collection to round out the upcoming offering.
Image via Converse
Image via Converse
Image via Converse
Tom Sachs x Nike Mars Yard Overshoe
Price: $550
When: Friday, May 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following some exclusive releases at installations around the world, the Tom Sachs x Nike Mars Yard Overshoe is finally getting a wider launch. The poloarizing design covers the popular Mars Yard 2.0 silhouette with a Dyneema fabric shroud to weather the elements. In typical Tom Sachs fashion, the futuristic design incorporates multiple magnetic buckles, a toggle system around the ankle collar, and heavy duty rubber foxing and sole for further durability.
HFR x Nike LeBron 16
Price: $225
When: Friday, May 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Last September, multicultural design collective Harlem's Fashion Row released a special version of the Nike LeBron 16 during New York Fashion Week. The collaborative design is returning in a "Bright Citron" makeup this Friday. A yellow Battleknit 2.0 upper is accented by luxurious details like a leather ankle strap with metal buckle and leather heel counter featuring a molded lion's head logo. A bright red liner and milky sole complete the unique design.
WMNS Air Jordan I 'Twist'
Price: $160
When: Friday, May 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Air Jordan I "Twist" is a premium flip on the classic "Black/White" colorway of Michael Jordan's first signature sneaker. The women's release features a white leather upper with black synthetic hair overlays. A metal Wings logo and aglets further elevate the design.
Travis Scott x Air Jordan I
Price: $175
When: Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The wait is finally over. After multiple shock drops to celebrate his performance at the Grammys this past February and 28th birthday last week, the Travis Scott x Air Jordan I is finally receiving its global launch on Saturday. One of the most highly-anticipated releases of 2019, La Flame's latest Air Jordan collab reimagines the classic silhouette with a flipped Swoosh on each lateral side panel, stash pocket on the inner ankle collar, and Cactus Jack Records logos debossed into each heel. The white leather is accented by brown nubuck overlays, black detailing, and will come packaged with multiple lacing options.
Undefeated x Adidas Collection
Price: $100-$160
When: Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Undefeated has collaborated with Adidas for another collection of technical footwear. This time around, the duo has worked on three silhouettes built for the trails: the Climacool, GSG9, and Adizero RC. Each is dressed in the Los Angeles-based streetwear brand's signature, military-inspired olive green and orange color scheme. A capsule of matching apparel will accompany the release as well.
Image via Adidas
Image via Adidas