From Saucony to adidas, 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 Saucony collab straight from the zoo, to a buttery yellow Hartcopy x adidas BW Army trainer and a brand new installment of A$AP Rocky x Puma — whether you're shopping for a new dad shoe or a tried-and-true icon, this week's range of releases has all types of sneakerheads covered.
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.
Westside Gunn x Saucony Grid Jazz 9 'Awesome God'
Release Date: August 27
Editor's Notes: Trust Westside Gunn to turn a Saucony dad shoe into a fur coat with laces. From cheetah, zebra, cow and pony hair, the whole animal kingdom is featured within this collaborative Grid Jazz 9.
Hartcopy x adidas BW Army Decon 'Halo Gold'
Release Date: August 28
Editor's Notes: Hartcopy has been a one-stop-shop for the best collaborations and releases. With the adidas BW Army trainer quickly becoming the shoe for all seasons, the Decon became a quiet fav, matching stripped back design with premium materials. Paired with an IYKYK red stitch, these babes are given a true Hartcopy spin.
ASAP Rocky x PUMA Straycat 'Formula Red'
Release Date: August 26
Editor's Notes: Pretty Flacko returns with a trail shoe with Formula One flair. From the tire-tread Vibram sole, to a techy double lace system, the Straycat is not afraid to get futuristic with its details. At home on any starting grid, Rocky's is a unique take on a 2026 sneaker.
adidas x Song for the Mute 'Supernova Rise'
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: Putting the runners on the runway, Song For the Mute and adidas are returning with a training shoe that has high fashion literally written on it. The Australian brand is not lacking on the collaborations front, from Salomon to Birkenstock, but the adidas partnership is by far the most storied. With all the technology for long miles, this is a collaboration worth the investment.
Nike Zoom Hyperflight Slam 'Starfish and Smoke Grey'
Release Date: August 25
Editor's Notes: Nike is back again with a sneaker that demands to be seen to be believed: an orange patent upper with futuristic lacing, this Starfish and Smoke Grey colorway is anything but understated. Therein lies the ethos of Nike x SLAM, dating back to '94, with the goal of bridging the gap between hip hop and basketball. In 2026, those communities are closer than ever.
adidas Adistar Jellyfish
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: This swollen dad sneaker shows that Pharrell Williams still doesn't do subtle. From the TPU exoskeleton and wave-like details on the mid-sole, to the glow-in-the-dark outer cage, this adistar is an award-winning design taking to its most extreme.
New Balance 1890P
Release Date: August 26
Editor's Notes: New Balance returns with 1890P in a Code Red colorway that would make anyone stop. The 1890P has quietly become a New Balance staple, also thanks to the reptilian release earlier in the summer. Packed full of ABZORB cushioning, New Balance is hiding technical comfort under a bold red wrapper.
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