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This weekly guide sorts the very best from the rest when it comes to the saturated world of sneaker releases, with information on prices 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 what you can actually buy on 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.

Nike Air Jordan 3 Retro "Cement Grey"

NikeAir Jordan 3 Retro
£95£160
Buy at Nike UK

Release Date: Aug 31

Editor's Notes: Of all the retro Air Jordan releases, the “Cement Grey” colorway stands out as one of the beacons for true sneakerheads.  

Above The Clouds x ASICS GT-2160

ASICS x Above The CloudsGt-2160
$165
Buy at END.

Release Date: Aug 30

Editor's Notes: Above The Clouds and ASICS continue their collaboration with a new version of the GT-2160, this time in a monochrome hue with experimental textures. 

Alexis Sablone x Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "Chameleon"

Nike SB x Alexis SabloneDunk Low Pro
$135
Buy at Extra Butter

Release Date: Aug 27

Editor's Notes: Alexis Sablone teams up with Nike to create SB Dunks in a wild, dino-like textural finish.

Nike Air Jordan 17 Low SP "University Blue"

NikeAir Jordan 17 Retro Low SP
$300
Buy at Extra Butter

Release Date: Aug 28

Editor's Notes: Nike's Air Jordan 17 makes its first retro appearance in the classic University Blue colorway harkening back to Michael Jordan's tenure at the University of North Carolina. 

New Balance 1080

New BalanceM1080LTS V13
€189
Buy at asphaltgold

Release Date: Sep 1

Editor's Notes: Running sneakers typically have loads of popping colors but New Balance's update of the 1080 proves they can look great with more subtle color choices.

Nike Air Max DN

NikeAir Max Dn
$205$230
Buy at Stadium Goods

Release Date: Sep 3

Editor's Notes: After being released earlier this year, the Air Max DN is on a hot streak.

The latest drop sees the silhouette draped in a two-tone hue with embroidered accents on the upper. 

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