It was announced not too long ago that Nike was going to release a Final Four inspired pack that will use the Nike Air Max Hyperize for a canvas.Finally we are getting ourselves a closer look at the sneaker that could be the best way to represent the college basketball tournament this year.Anyone lucky enough to be rocking a pair of these while watching any of the games live certainly has something to brag about to their friends.

The upper on these will be predominantly orange but will also feature a pretty decent amount of black as well.The swoosh on these ones will come in white as will the midsole of the shoe.It will also feature a visible Air unit that spans the length of the shoe to give it a nice extra touch.This shoe is available now overseas and will be available in the states very soon.

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What would be the best way to celebrate an anniversary? How about after accomplishing a decade of good work? Would you treat yourself with a new collection or just let it pass? Well, the United Kingdom famous retailer Size? has been collaborating with other companies to have a productive result. Size? is celebrating its 10th year this 2010 and this coincide with a team up with adidas Originals to present the Manchester City Pack. This pack is consists of a pair of sneaker and a matching track jacket. A good treat right? Now let’s talk about the included sneaker. It utilized a soft suede material to complement its light blue color as well as pebbled leather for its tongue. Other features include bright red stripes in leather material that match up with the heel tab, black sole and tongue logo as well as gold foil text along the quarter panel and on tongue. The expected date of release would be on the 17th of April in limited amount of 500 shoe pairs and 300 jackets.

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If you were bombarded with collaborations of various brands with Nike then it would be no surprise at all if the competing adidas company will not stay behind. After its previous works with other companies that even gained a review on this site just like the Star Wars x CLOT x adidas Originals Skate High HOTH, adidas also showed its original 2010 Summer lineup with a preview of the adidas Originals Rod Laver Vintage. Now let’s take a peek with the El Dorado silhouette from the collaborative efforts of adidas and Def Jam. At first glance, the sneaker has similarities with the spring released Nike Air Force 1 Scream Green because of its lime-colored base. Other features of this El Dorado shoe are primarily blue color, leather base, minimal suede accents throughout the midfoot section and the collar area. You can also spot the branding of the Adidas and Def Jam on the side panels and tongue. Now available at selected retailers like Styles, check out the photos for a closer look.

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Speaking about hybrid, even shoes are prone to it such as the latest Nike Sportswear Lunar Chukka Woven – Brazil. This innovated sneaker was designed by famous Brazilian street artist, Nunca. While he plays with his arts, he thought that Black woven suede would be a perfect upper for this runner. For Nunca to keep this shoe light, a Lunarlon sole was applied in bright Green tone. [STREEThing]

Nike Sportswear Lunar Chukka Woven – Brazil

Nike Sportswear Lunar Chukka Woven – Brazil

Nike Sportswear Lunar Chukka Woven – Brazil

Nike Sportswear Lunar Chukka Woven – Brazil

Nike has launched sneakers for the Summer which includes the Dunk, Mad Jibe, and Blazer. Each style owns its unique and original design plus some touch of fashion. For the Dunk, two colorways using suede upper were presented, followed by the Ripstop-built Blazer low and the premium leather Mad Jibe which features padded perforated collar. Shop Proper is now offering these sneakers under the Summer 2010 Collection. [HighSnobiety]

Nike Dunk + Mad Jibe + Blazer

Nike Dunk + Mad Jibe + Blazer

Nike Dunk + Mad Jibe + Blazer

Here is one of the latest teamwork between Japanese shop, Atmos, and brand, X-Girl together with New Balance. One vibrant-looking New Balance M850 which uses a bright Pink suede on the mudguard, midsection, and heel. The toe and collar come in White mesh with Black, Purple and Blue hints. An interesting inner liner in Blue with graphic design pairs up with the insole bearing the labels “X-girl” and “atmos”. [NiceKicks]

New Balance M850 XAP x X-Girl x Atmos

New Balance M850 XAP x X-Girl x Atmos