12/16/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Nike Doernbecher Freestyle 2016

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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The 2016 Doernbecher Freestyle Collection will be available beginning December 17 on nike.com, SNKRS, at select Nike and partner retail locations across the U.S. (including Shoe Palace, Villa and Mr. Allen’s), with 100% of proceeds from the sales of the collection benefitting OHSU Doernbecher. Pairing up for their 13th collaboration, meet the Nike OHSU Doernbecher Freestyle Collection 2016. Included in the collection is the Air Jordan 7, two pairs of the Air Max Zero, the Stefan Janoski Max, the Nike Air Kyrie 2, and the Air Huarache Ultra.  Continue reading

12/12/16 O&A NYC WTH WaleStylez FASHION: Adidas FutureCraft 3D Black Releases Today

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr. 

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Adidas has announced a limited edition release of the 3D technology shoes, the FutureCraft 3D Black. This first time public release of the FutureCraft 3D Black and it will be available for $333 via adidas Confirmed in New York with sign ups starting today and reservations opening tomorrow, December 13. Pairs can be picked up on Dec. 15 at adidas NYC, the brand’s new flagship store.

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The FutureCraft 3D Black features an engineered 3D web structure with dense zones in high force areas and less dense zones in the low force areas, allowing for the optimum level of performance. The shoe also features a 3D printed heel counter, which is integrated into the midsole and avoids the typical process of gluing or stitching. Benefits include greater elasticity, compliancy and support. A black PRIMEKNIT upper ensures high style, superior fit and performance.

11/22/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Rick Owens DRKSHDW FW ‘16

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Rick Owens most recent mainline collection was an anxiety-driven masquerade of clothing that pooled and draped over the runway models. A plethora of pockets, huge hemlines, and a mix of skinny elongated and cropped jackets executed in shearling, and thick textures. The inspiration from the collection came from Owens’ inner turmoil with the negative changes to the environment.

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11/4/16 O&ANYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION Sneaker Con NYC Ends Today

By Adewale Adekanbi 

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Sneaker Con the two day event at New York City’s Davits Center North, 608 West 40th Street ends today.  

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11/4/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Fat Joe Opens New Sneaker Store UP NYC In Washington Heights

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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UP NYC, rapper Fat Joe’s new uptown sneaker store opens tomorrow Saturday, November 5th  in Washington Heights at 158 and Broadway.  Continue reading

10/31/16 O&A NYC HALLOWEEN HOLLYWOOD MONDAY ENCORE: Grace Jones- The Vamp

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Vamp, starring Grace Jones and Chris Makepeace is a 1986 comedy horror film directed by Richard Wenk, and co-written by Wenk and Donald P. Borchers. Continue reading

10/29/16 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY: The HyperAdapt, Nike’s Awesome New Power-Lacing Sneaker

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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The Nike HyperAdapt 1.0 final go on sale at select retail locations (by appointment) beginning November 28th. Nike designer Tinker Hatfield promised us power-lacing shoes to mimic the kicks from Back to the Future in 2016. Continue reading

10/27/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION:ATMOS AND ASICS GEL-LYTE III MIDNIGHT TOKYO

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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The GEL-Lyte III Midnight Tokyo is the latest collaboration between from Japan’s Atmos and ASICS. The sneaker pays tribute to the over the top neon nights in the city of Tokyo.

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Inspired by the bright and colorful lights of a Tokyo night, the bold look for the GEL-Lyte III features a rainbow-colored reflective material on the toe and quarter panels, while the overlayin black panels also get a reflective “rain” graphic motif.The Atmos and ASICS GEL-Lyte III “Midnight Tokyo” will release exclusively at Atmos on October 29th.

10/22/16 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY: Jean-Paul Goude Directs Kenzo And H&M Fashion Show Celebration

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KENZO x H&M made its runway debut with a spectacular show directed by fashion legend Jean-Paul Goude on October 19th at Pier 36 in New York. Guests were invited to experience the uniquely vibrant and playful energy of the KENZO x H&M collection designed by  KENZO Creative Directors, Carol Lim and Humberto Leon.
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10/15/16 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY: Mahershala Ali Stars in Death to Tennis’s FW16 Short Film

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Death to Tennis’s Fall/Winter 2016 collection short film teased the public with a cinematic preview. The film focuses on the idealism of the thinker or explorer as he ponders the usage and essence of time.

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