From HOKA to adidas, Browse This Week’s Best Sneaker Releases
This weekly guide sorts the very best from the rest when it comes to the saturated world of sneaker releases, with information on prices, release dates, and where to buy. Please note — some sneakers may sell out at speed.
Raffles, friends and family, and player exclusives — all of that before a mere mention of the many fire general sneaker releases out there. The world of sneaker drops can be a tricky place to navigate, but we’re here to help. Behold, the best of the best of the open market, right now.
This week’s selection is about as balanced as we’ve seen so far, featuring collaborations, classic sportswear brands, and good old outdoor sneakers.
The cream of the sneaker crop awaits you. What are you waiting for?
Shop the best sneaker releases on the market, as well as upcoming sneaker drops, below.
New Balance M2002NA
Release Date: out now
Editor's Notes: The New Balance 2002R Mule is back and this time it's gotten the Protection Pack treatment. As if the original mule wasn't already wild enough, this slip-on sneaker is decorated with a deconstructed upper consisting of jagged-edged paneling.
ASICS x EMMI Gel-NYC
Release Date: May 24
Editor's Notes: The Japanese apparel and yoga brand EMMI has created a relatively simple (but highly effective) take on the Gel NYC. The retro-infused sneaker masterfully blends yellow, silver, and off-white hues.
adidas Originals x Reverie by Caroline Hu Samba
Release Date: May 24
Editor's Notes: Beneath the thick layer of bunched-up lace that covers the exterior of this sneaker, created in collaboration with womenswear designer Caroline Hu, is the adidas Samba OG. Hu's frilly spin on the sneaker leaves it almost unrecognizable.
HOKA x WTAPS Ora Luxe Green
Release Date: May 24
Editor's Notes: Japanese label WTAPS has infused its military-inspired aesthetic with HOKA's oversized footwear and the result is every bit as good as we expected.
New Balance x District Vision x FuelCell Supercomp Elite v4
Release Date: May 23
Editor's Notes: New Balance's hi-tech marathon running shoe, the x FuelCell Supercomp Elite v4 (catchy name, right?), has been upgraded by the Los Angeles-based running brand and wellness collective District Vision.
This pair is created to celebrate New Balance's "Grey Day", however, if you're a fan of darker-colored sneakers, you'll be happy to learn there's also an all-black version releasing.
adidas x Sporty & Rich Handball Spezial
Release Date: May 23
Editor's Notes: Emily Oberg's label Sporty & Rich is back to its old tricks with adidas, creating tasteful takes on the brand's retro footwear models. This time, it has cast its eye on the Handball Spezial sneaker.
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