Brandi “Sneaker Vixen” Kaye customized a pair of Nike Sellwoods ahead of President Barack Obama’s inauguration on January 20, 2009. Sneaker Vixen used a women’s size 8 Sellwood to pay homage to the incoming president. I found these photos on the Sneaker Vixen Facebook page linked here.

On the right toe box, the designer painted a portrait of the new president framed by “Barack Obama” and “44th” in black letters. The left toe box features the ubiquitous Obama campaign logo along with the date for Inauguration Day. As we move back from the toe box to the middle panel, we see the red, white and blue of the American flag displayed in creative fashion.

Sneaker Vixen used the heel for the most inspired bit of design on the Barack Obama Sellwoods. Employing the same black/off-white colorway from the toe box, the designer wrote out words like “Hope” and “Change” that represented Obama’s campaign promises. These shoes were available on eBay prior to the inauguration and moved View More Photos/Info

Turns out there is more to the Satin Pack, two more colorways actually. Vans surprises us with the two extremely bright color ways, especially considering the first colorway isn’t. Added to the Metallic Silver pair is a Scuba Blue and Butercup Yellow pair to the complete this pack. Unlike the silver pair, which feature a decorative interior lining, the blue and yellow pairs feature a solid sockliner the exact color of their exterior. Considering bright colors are the latest rage, this pack might be exactly what needed to popularize the Mt. Edition High. Will the Half-Cab receive the same treatment? Guess we’ll have to wait and see. Now available at Essense.

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The Nike KD1 All Star will be worn by Kevin Durant. Durant will be at the All Star Weekend to participate in the Rookie vs Sophomore Challenge. Durant will wear a special All Star colorway of his signature sneaker with Nike. This Nike KD1 is his signature shoe. Durant has played well for the first half of the season and he is rewarded with this signature shoe. He is supposed to wear this pair of shoes when he plays for the Rookie vs Sophomore Challenge.

The shoe does not have a separate toe box. It is fused with the rest of the shoe upper. The bright blue shoe lace is a nice accent that stands out from the colorway. The black Nike swoosh merges with half the portion being black with speckled dots of orange. This matches the outsole, which is also black with specks of orange. The shoe has a slim streamline. The inner lining of the shoe is orange with black specks. The yellow colored strap at the back tab has a double black stripe and looks nice as a functional piece. The side of the collar has a small panel that carries the Durant’s initials, “KD”. View More Photos/Info

We’re pretty much used to Nike mixing together old models or what we would say “classics” to create new creations that stun people! We also saw some classics being updated with new technology to revive them. The Terminator Hybrids are different because they boast a complete overhaul! It has parts from Free, ACG and a mix of basketball stuff. This was enabled by the use of the flexible Free midsole with a rubber outsole for grip and the uppers feature rugged materials with tough stitching. Check out more colourways after the jump.

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Our biggest announcement is the launch of our very own car news site, Auto Infection. Check it out for everything from Porsche to Maybach to Mitsubishi, etc. All types of vehicles, but only hot ones!

Plunder Guide: Check out hottie Melissa Adams and the ever-beautiful Lucy Pinder and her V-day pics! In stuff: Watch out! This Bullet has your name on it! Not into guns? This Samurai Sword Umbrella cuts right through the tension!

Plunder Girls: DJ Astrea Leon spins you right round, baby right round, like a record…

Auto Infection: The new Nissan GT-R SpecV speeds through the skyline. The Maybach Zeppelin is too expensive for your blood. Model Misa Campo is by far the hottest import.

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LeBron James was selected to the NBA East All-Star Team. LeBron, as the current All-Star Game MVP, will be the leader to battle against the present MVP Kobe Bryant and the West. For this special game, Nike Basketball collaborated with LeBron to design the Nike Zoom LeBron VI. The colors were chosen to match his All Star jersey. The toe cap has a fading blue theme to represent Phoenix, which is hosting the special game. The NBA All Star Game is on Sunday, February 15. LeBron James will be wearing this pair of shoes. The game will be very exciting. The performance of this sneaker will be judged too.

The tongue is made of mesh fabric in the same dark blue to blend in with the shoe upper. The tag at the end of the tongue is an accent in light blue and has two logos on it. The shoe lace looks good in plaid. The back of the heel has a short strap in the same light blue as at the tongue. The midsole is white with three liens of stitching for details. The outsole tries to be unique in its dark blue and white pattern. (Images)

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