Welcome to Sneaker News #108. Bad Bunny is making headlines this week as he collaborates with adidas on another impressive Campus drop. Over at Nike, Drake’s NOCTA is heating up with the release of the Hot Step 2 as Nike also brings back a 1982 silhouette the Field General. If you’re more of a New Balance head though, it has a playful 1906R release and a Grey Day edition of the WRPD Runner. Check it all out below.
adidas x Bad Bunny Last Campus
The latest collaboration between adidas and Bad Bunny delivers the Campus silhouette with a distinctive western flair. Inspired by Bad Bunny’s tour and his latest album release, these shoes feature cowboy and western motifs throughout. The shoes redefine the iconic silhouette with a double-tongue and double-heel construction, characteristic of previous Bad Bunny drops. Crafted from dark brown hairy suede with chalk white and pink accents, they have a rugged and sleek look to them. Complete with the Bad Bunny all-seeing eye on the tongue and an adidas x Bad Bunny logo on the sock liner, it’s one of the artists’ most impressive drops to date.
Nike x NOCTA Hot Step 2 ‘White’
The Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef is raging on, but the sneaker drops don’t stop. This is an evolved rendition of the iconic Hot Step silhouette by NOCTA, Drake’s Nike collab. Featuring a synthetic leather upper with a reflective design finish, this iteration boasts a unique eye stay and utilises textile webbing for lace lockdown. The NOCTA signature sockliner ensures optimal comfort, while a visible Air unit in the heel provides cushioning. Complete with a solid rubber outsole adorned with custom NOCTA North Stars and G-Tek outsole technology, these sneakers are a cross of style and performance.
Nike Field General ’82 ‘White and Orange Blaze’
Could the Field General ’82 be the next Nike silhouette to have a renaissance? This American Football classic from 1982 has finally made its return. Crafted from smooth leather, synthetic leather, and durable textiles, this iconic silhouette sports a timeless White and Orange Blaze colour combination. Complete with a rugged black Waffle sole, reminiscent of the turf fields of yesteryear, these sneakers pay homage to the past while also delivering a drop that will please sneakerheads of today. Cop from Nike on 16th May.
Nike SB Dunk Low Pro ‘Varsity Red and White’
It’s been years since the Nike Dunk made its triumphant return, but the iconic low-top is showing no signs of slowing down, releasing a swathe of new colourways. This latest one hits hard too. Varsity Red and White is a colourway that has elevated Jordan drops time and time again, however, it makes its way to the Dunk here, elevating the already very sleek silhouette. The Dunk Pro adds a padded tongue and collar to make the sneakers extra comfy. Head to Nike to get your hands on a pair.
New Balance 1906R ‘Polka Dots / Sea Salt’
A modern homage to 2000s running shoe aesthetics gets a playful colourway not often seen in New Balance drops. Its upper showcases layered mesh and synthetic materials adorned with an eye-catching all-over polka dot print, evoking a nostalgic yet contemporary vibe. The aesthetic may be playful, but the tech means business, engineered with an ACTEVA LITE midsole and ABSORB SBS in the heel. The innovative N-ERGY outsole absorbs shock, enhancing overall comfort and performance. You can grab a pair of these right now from Highs and Lows.
New Balance WRPD Grey Days
New Balance’s Grey Day has rolled around again and the WRPD Runner is one of the silhouettes getting a special release to celebrate one of the brand’s signature colours. Crafted with an open knit mesh upper and sculpted contours in tonal grey hues, it’s a subtle drop elevated by the boundary-pushing silhouette. Equipped with a full-length FuelCell midsole and medial stability post, it offers optimal cushioning and support. Inspired by nature’s stone structures, this edition shows New Balance’s ability to evolve with time while also keeping its core characteristics. Keep an eye on New Balance on 17th May.
Air Jordan 1 Low OG ‘Shadow’
The latest Air Jordan 1 Low OG drop sees the return of the classic black and medium grey colourway. Crafted with premium leather, this iconic silhouette features signature details like the perforated toe box and wings logo. Versatile and easy to style, there is a steeliness to this colourway that feels both powerful and fast. Cop this latest drop from Nike.
