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Stüssy's Refreshed Granddad Nikes Are Ready to Shine Bright

Written by Morgan Smith in Sneakers

Nike & Stüssy are coming in hot with with collection of surf gear and those long-awaited LD-1000 sneakers.

At the top of the year, samples of Stüssy's Nike LD-1000 sneakers surfaced, much to fan's excitement. The collaboration saw Nike's eldest model refreshed with a classic neon green paint job and the Stüssy's stamps of approval.

Beneath the striking design, the collaborative Nike LD-1000 retains its signature airy mesh and suede upper, complemented by the historic Waffle tread.

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As revealed in Nike's latest SNKRS Showcase, Nike's LD-1000 sneakers are one of many returning Swoosh classics to get dusted off this year, next to Nike's timeless football boot and indoor soccer shoes.

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General release pairs of the LD-1000s are expected to start rolling in as early as August. But first, it's time for Stüssy's highly anticipated collaboration.

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Stüssy and Nike have officially confirmed that its mesh LD-1000 trainers will drop on July 12 on Stüssy's website, alongside sun-ready swim apparel and beachy linen wears.

In addition to the "Action Green" colorway, a second "Phantom" version of Stüssy's Nike LD-1000 sneaker will be for grabs.

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Morgan Smith

Morgan Smith is a style writer at Highsnobiety, born in Virginia and currently based out of New York. If it's a cool, new sneaker or super nice clothing item (or collection), Morgan has more than likely written about it. Morgan has worked in the fashion industry since 2018, writing for publications, managing social media, leading her own sneaker-focused platform, and interviewing fashion figures like Joe Freshgoods and Dapper Dan. Morgan's writing spans several topics, including runway show coverage and trend pieces. Sneakers, celebrity style, pop culture moments, and emerging fashion brands remain her faves. When Morgan isn't glued to her laptop, you can catch her binging the latest season of "Love is Blind" or obsessing over the new Rihanna 'fit that just dropped. By the way, Morgan interviewed the bad gal, too.

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