We’re taking a closer look at the New Balance 1906L in the ‘Black Suede’ colorway, which dropped alongside the Deep Oak version during the first week of February.
Right away, the thick, luscious black suede panels stand out, complemented by the iconic loafer-style midfoot strap. The suede feels undeniably premium, and the intricate stitching adds a layer of elegance and detail to the design. Unlike most sneakers, these offer zero padding, meaning lockdown relies heavily on the glossy black TPU heel counter. I personally love how it breaks up the suede and adds contrast to the upper.
For comfort, New Balance sticks to its trusted 1906 N-ERGY soles and ortholite-based insoles, providing a well-cushioned ride. Fit-wise, they feel perfect true to size with socks, but if you prefer a snugger fit, consider going half a size down since there’s no internal padding.
A lot of my friends went for the Deep Oak colorway—and I don’t blame them. That rich brown definitely pops. However, as an old-school guy, black screams classic to me. In fact, I have a strong feeling all-black sneakers will make a big comeback in 2025. Beyond being a timeless colorway, black suede also offers incredible versatility when styling outfits.
Unfortunately, these sold out fast on release day, so if you’re looking to grab a pair, aftermarket prices are still reasonable—but probably not for long.
Mac McClung made history at NBA All-Star Weekend, becoming the first player ever to win three consecutive Slam Dunk Contests and solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest dunkers in NBA history.
The 26-year-old electrified the crowd, soaring over a car for a reverse dunk that earned a perfect 50—sending a clear message to first-time participants Matas Buzelis, Stephon Castle, and Andre Jackson Jr. He didn’t stop there. McClung went on to rack up four perfect scores, including an incredible dual-ball dunk to kick off the finals against Castle, leaving no doubt about his dominance.
Thrilling news, as the NBL closes out another record-breaking regular season. For the second year in a row, the League has welcomed over one million fans through the gates—a clear testament to its unstoppable growth and the electric atmosphere that continues to draw crowds nationwide.
This season, sell-out games soared to 47, up from 33 last year. The Tasmania JackJumpers and Adelaide 36ers packed out every home game, with the JackJumpers maintaining a perfect sell-out streak since their inception. Meanwhile, the 36ers, led by stars like Montrezl Harrell, Kendric Davis, and Dejan Vasiljevic, have turned Adelaide games into must-attend events.
NBL CEO David Stevenson sums it up best:
“The NBL is the hottest ticket in town… This milestone is a testament to the unwavering passion of our incredible fans. The appetite for our league is growing every year.”
With the Finals tipping off next week, now is the perfect time to capture the excitement as the League gears up for its biggest and best post-season yet.
Converse is reviving its rich running heritage with a modern twist, introducing three new lifestyle models: the Wave Trainer, Omni Trainer, and Omega Trainer. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s archival running shoe designs of the 1980s, these styles seamlessly blend vintage character with contemporary functionality. The result is a fusion of nostalgia and innovation, designed for both sport and everyday life.
The Industry’s Most Storied and Experimental Archive
With over 10,000 items, Converse’s archive stands as a testament to decades of bold experimentation, creative risks, and groundbreaking sneaker designs. Since 1908, this living collection has shaped the brand’s identity, preserving everything from early canvas sneakers to cutting-edge collaborations. More than just a historical record, the archive serves as an endless source of inspiration, fueling creativity for designers, artists, musicians, and athletes alike.
From the beginning, Converse has pushed boundaries and redefined tradition. Rather than simply replicating past designs stitch-for-stitch, the brand reinvents them—merging elements from different eras to create something entirely fresh and unexpected.
Retro Running, Reimagined
The Wave Trainer, Omni Trainer, and Omega Trainer exemplify Converse’s ability to honor its past while embracing the future. These retro-inspired silhouettes invite wearers to experience the brand’s running legacy through a lifestyle lens. Converse’s history in performance footwear dates back to the 1930s with the debut of the Converse Racer, marking the start of an ongoing journey of innovation. Today, the brand draws from this legacy to craft modern interpretations of classic designs.
The Wave Trainer reimagines Converse’s 1989 running silhouette, featuring a premium dual-layer suede and sport mesh upper. Authentic colorways pulled straight from the archive enhance its nostalgic appeal, while an embroidered Star Chevron logo and tonal reflective overlays complete the look. Built for all-day comfort, the Wave Trainer incorporates a CX foam sock liner, CX foam midsole, and a PU Strobel for superior cushioning. A traction rubber outsole—modeled after styles from the archive—adds an extra touch of authenticity.
The Omni Trainer and Omega Trainer follow a similar philosophy, pulling inspiration from Converse’s historic catalogue. The Omni Trainer, influenced by the 1984 Converse Equinox, features a durable sport nylon ripstop upper with suede overlays, delivering both resilience and a classic athletic aesthetic. A CX foam midsole and sock liner enhance comfort and support.
Meanwhile, the Omega Trainerchannels the spirit of the 1984 Thunderbolt and the 1985 Converse Gazelle. Its woven poly sport upper, combined with suede detailing and a lightweight EVA midsole, ensures comfort without unnecessary bulk.
All three styles will be available starting the week of February 17 at converse.com and select retailers.
We celebrate another milestone in the Way of Wade basketball performance line with the launch of the 13th edition of the Wade All City. Showcased in the stunning ‘Interstellar‘ colorway. This release not only upholds the brand’s legacy of innovation but also redefines the boundaries of design and functionality.
From the moment you see it, the heel counter commands attention. Inspired by moonrock craters and lunar caves. Its intricate textures seamlessly extend to the bottom of the heel sole. This creates a visually striking and performance-driven design. More than just aesthetics, the shoe incorporates GCU—Way of Wade’s premium rubber compound. Paired with a moon boot-inspired traction pattern. This combination ensures exceptional grip and durability, particularly in the heel area.
Meanwhile, the durable, icy rubber outsole features multi-directional pods and an internal herringbone pattern. Enhancing both flexibility and traction. The extended medial and lateral traction zones work in harmony with the innovative Euro plate TPU. Making this shoe an excellent choice for players who rely on quick side steps and Euro steps—just like Dwyane Wade himself.
Cushioning takes performance to the next level with semi-caged full-length BOOM insoles. Designed for maximum comfort. These insoles strike the perfect balance between shock absorption and energy return. Lockdown and containment are optimized through a combination of woven TPU in the forefoot and lightweight flexible VAJRA skin technology. This fusion of materials ensures durability, support, and versatility for players of all positions. Furthermore, the mesh tongue features large pores for optimal breathability.
Moreover, the upper design pays homage to lunar exploration. Its sleek, astronaut-inspired white exterior is accented with signature Way of Wade branding and storytelling logos. That blends aesthetics with performance-driven intent. With its blend of cutting-edge technology and innovative design, the Wade All City 13 is poised to be a standout addition to the Way of Wade lineup.
Lastly, The Wade All City 13 is now available for purchase at wayofwade.com, retailing at $241 AUD.
Juliana Salazar has been shaping the style game behind the scenes for some of the most influential brands out there—Aimé Leon Dore, Ganni, Tiffany & Co. and StockX, just to name a few. But now, she’s stepping into the sneaker world in a major way, linking up with ASICS. If her 2023 GEL-KAYANO 14 photoshoot caught your attention, consider that just the teaser—her latest move is even bigger.
Now, Juliana is stepping into the spotlight with her own sneaker. She and ASICS just announced the Juliana Salazar GEL-KAYANO 14, dropping on February 8. It’s a perfect fusion of her distinct style and ASICS’ legendary performance-meets-lifestyle design.
Her connection with ASICS started with a fresh take on the brand’s motto—“Anima Sana In Corpore Sano” (aka “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body”)—so it’s only right that this phrase is stamped inside the shoe. As for the design? Think effortless cool: soft “Vanilla Ice” and “Eucalyptus” tones, with a sharp cyan blue hit at the heel to tie it all together. Juliana describes it as the “perfect balance of style and functionality,” and honestly, she nailed it.
ASICS brought Juliana on board because she knows how to style the GEL-KAYANO 14 like no one else. So it makes perfect sense that her first collab is built for versatility. Whether you’re dressing them up, keeping it low-key, or throwing them on for a quick flex, these kicks do it all.
The Juliana Salazar x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14 drops on February 8 for $240. Get ready—these won’t sit for long. To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other SNEAKER features, click here.
The H BEAUTY & YOUTH x GEL-KAYANO 14 reimagines the iconic silhouette with a refined, minimalist twist, seamlessly blending retro performance aesthetics with modern elegance. Crafted with premium materials and a sophisticated neutral-toned palette, this collaboration highlights the timeless appeal of GEL technology and ASICS’ signature craftsmanship. Launching locally on February 7, it delivers a perfect balance of style and performance.
Marvel‘s first family takes its first steps back into the MCU with the debut trailer of the upcoming “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” movie. The Fantastic Four is one of the biggest franchises alongside the Avengers & X-Men in the Marvel universe.
The first footage was originally shown back at D23 last year in which got fans excited, and now everyone can finally enjoy this retro vibe that Jack Kirby originally created.
Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / Thing. They’re joined by Julia Garner as Shalla-Bal / Silver Surfer and Ralph Ineson as Galactus, along with Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne, and John Malkovich.
The official synopsis for The Fantastic Four: First Steps reads, “Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus’ plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren’t bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.”
Now fans can sit back and enjoy this first look at the upcoming movie which is due to hit cinemas on July 25th 2025.
Let us know what you think below. Are you excited for this one or are you starting to get over all the MCU movies?
ASICS and HAVEN team up for the first time to launch the GEL-NIMBUS™ 10.1, a bold fusion of innovation and craftsmanship that reimagines the classic silhouette through a unique lens of duality. With a striking split-color palette inspired by urban light and shadow, layered mesh and synthetic leather textures, and cutting-edge performance technology, this collaboration seamlessly blends high-tech precision with natural elements. The result is a design that feels both bold and refined. The GEL-NIMBUS™ 10.1 drops locally on February 7.
The adidas Originals Radlander is the latest collaboration from mita sneakers, created as part of the adidas Consortium—a global project that brings adidas together with sneaker retailers from all over the world. This partnership has produced some of the most iconic, innovative designs in sneaker culture, and the Radlander is no exception.
It all ties back to the adidas EQUIPMENT series, which first dropped in 1991 with the motto “for all athletes.” The idea was simple: create sneakers that help athletes perform at their best. But the adidas EQUIPMENT series didn’t just focus on performance—it set the gold standard for functionality and innovation in athletic footwear.
Often called “The best of adidas,” the adidas EQUIPMENT line completely changed the game in the early ’90s. It was all about pushing the limits, developing top-tier models for every sport, and using the most advanced tech available at the time.
Fast forward to 1998, and one of the standout designs from the series made its debut—a classic adventure shoe that blended practicality with style. This technical model featured a bold design with a shroud covering the instep, plus cutting-edge features like “FYW (FEET YOUR WEAR),” which supports natural foot movement, and “adiDRY,” a waterproof function that keeps your feet dry and comfortable no matter where you go.
The sneaker wasn’t just practical—it also became a huge hit in Japan’s streetwear scene, earning cult status among sneakerheads and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Now, mita sneakers is bringing back the vibe with a fresh take on this legendary design. This release builds on the concept of the SEEULATER, a collaboration between adidas and mita sneakers that came out in 2016.
The Radlander stays true to its roots with colourways inspired by ’90s outdoor gear, but it’s been updated for today with some modern upgrades. Shoelace stoppers make it easy to adjust the fit on the go, while a breathable, moisture-wicking cork insole keeps your feet fresh and comfy all day long.
This long-awaited revival combines everything we loved about the original with a polished, brushed-up finish. The best part? It’s exclusive to mita sneakers, so you won’t find this masterpiece anywhere else. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the adidas EQUIPMENT series or just love a good retro-inspired sneaker, the Radlander is one you don’t want to miss.
