From New Balance to Nike, the Seven Best Sneakers to Cop This Week
This weekly guide sorts the very best from the rest when it comes to the saturated world of sneaker releases, with information on release dates and where to buy. Please note: Some sneakers may sell out at speed.
Raffles, friends and family releases, 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 what's arriving on shop floors this week.
From a radioactive throwback Nike Air Max 95, to an artisanal New Balance Made In USA 2040v5, and leather-bound adidas MEGARIDE 01. This week is a premium affair, with high-end offerings from all the staple brands.
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 Made In USA 2040v5
Release Date: August 20
Editor's Notes: New Balance's reputation for incredibly high-quality, Made in USA footwear is no secret at this point. But tying three layers of FuelCell, ABZORB SPS, and ENCAP technology into a neat New Balance bow is a whole other ball game. This Wolf Grey colorway shows that pushing the boundaries of comfort doesn't mean sacrificing good design. With a heritage-inspired design and outstanding craftsmanship, the 2040v5 is the definition of premium footwear.
Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble x Aya Brown
Release Date: August 21
Editor's Notes: Brooklyn-based artist Aya Brown makes her Nike collaboration debut with an iconic Atomic Green and Black Air Max 95. A childhood favorite, this nostalgia-pilled icon feels like a signature take on a sneaker that has long been part of the cultural landscape. For an artist whose work celebrates Black and queer womanhood, the signature on the sole is a quiet personal touch with every step.
ASICS GEL-KINETIC FR
Release Date: Available now
Editor's Notes: Silver and black, these ASICS GEL-Kinetic FR are space stompers built for the club. Inspired by 2010s running silhouettes, the low-profile upper and mesh detailing show that comfort isn’t just for the big-mile days. A minimalist, moody sneaker with the comfort of a dad shoe, it’s truly a sneaker for all seasons.
Vans Premium Old Skool 36
Release Date: August 20
Editor's Notes: Vans have quickly become the shoe of the summer, offering personalised classics that embody the brand’s counterculture heritage. Leaning into the iconic worn-in look, with a colourful embroidered sidestripe, the color Souvenir Navy oozes playful late-summer vibes, with pinned souvenirs for that extra scoop of personality.
New Balance 750
Release Date: August 21
Editor's Notes: This grape-soda-inspired 750 is a refreshing take on the street classics. Seen both on the court and at the skatepark, this tennis-inspired low-profile is testament to the subtle influence of sportswear on street fashion. In a bold purple canvas upper with white accents and a chain-stitched logo, the 750 balances design and comfort.
adidas DIOS MEGARIDE 01
Release Date: Available now
Editor's Notes: Leather-bound, silver accents, and gothic details. The new adidas DIOS MEGARIDE feels like an unofficial homage to the world of Chrome Hearts. Classically inspired, with an embossed leather upper and a silver zipped lace guard, adidas pairs quality with design on a suitably luxe new sneaker.
New Balance Made in UK 991 V2
Release Date: August 20
Editor's Notes: From grandparents to the ALD grannies, style truly gets better with age. This comfort-forward 991v2 in a toasted Walnut and Shiitake colorway is channelling that lovable elder. Geared up for early autumn, with signature New Balance Made in UK construction and ABZORB heel technology, this New Balance is designed to age gracefully.
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