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5/5/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Phil Knight Presents Stephen Colbert With a Pair of Bespoke Nike Air Prestos

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Following the successful release of his highly anticipated memoir Shoe Dog, Nike co-founder and current chairman Phil Knight took to The Late Show to present Stephen Colbert with an exclusive, one-of-a-kind pair of Air Presto sneakers. Covered in a plethora of illustrations significant to The Late Show host, the shoe’s duo-tone, white/purple upper featured, amongst other images, a South Carolina flag, the eagle from Colbert’s old Comedy Central show and an accompanying salt shaker related to his mother. Continue reading

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4/29/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: First Look at Adidas Yeezy Boost SPLY 350

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Get ready sneakerheads here is your first look at the Adidas Yeezy Boost SPLY 350. We’ve seen Kayne “sportin” the latest Yeezy earlier this month – teasing the public and creating a subtle, but effective buzz. Continue reading

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4/27/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Supreme x Nike Air Max 98 Spring 2016 Collection

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr. supreme-nike-air-max-98-0

As previewed by Nike, the Supreme x Nike Air Max 98 is set to release for the Spring 2016 season. Utilizing the classic Air Max 98 runner silhouette, the shoe mixes cushioned midsoles, metallic mesh uppers and reflective details all over. Four colorways include classic Supreme red, navy, an all-black model, and a snakeskin version, while an accessory running hat featuring Dri-FIT technology will also drop to coincide with the release.

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The sneaker and hat will drop exclusively online April 28 and in Japan on April 29; the Supreme NY, LA, London and Paris shops WILL NOT receive this collection in-stores.

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4/25/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: KAWS and NIGO’s UT Collection Is the Resurrection of Original Fake We Deserve

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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NIGO, designer for HUMAN MADE and creative director of Uniqlo’s LifeWear  UT division, has linked up with legendary artist KAWS for the exclusive collaborative series. The collection, which showcases the best of KAWS’ “Companion” character, is a visual and aesthetic throwback to the time of OriginalFake. The concept of Tokyo-meets-Brooklyn combines art and fashion while bridging functionality and versatility. Continue reading

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4/23/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: The 1992 Air Jordan 7 Olympic Was Tinker Hatfield’s Alternate Design

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Michael Jordan debuted the Olympic VII during the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. Jordan lead the Dream Team to taking home gold medals, but the sneaker fans know and love wasn’t intended to look the way it does. Legendary sneaker designer Tinker Hatfield had several alternate designs before settling on the that one MJ wore and subsequently released. Continue reading

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4/20/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez Fashion: Reebok Ventilator Supreme X Cam’ron Purple Haze

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Reebok and Cam’ron are on a roll to celebrate 4/20 with the release of the Reebok Ventilator Supreme x Cam’ron Purple Haze. Cam’s classic Purple Haze album was the inspiration for the sneaker features an ultimate purple nubuck upper with a lenticular heel wrap and a white and teal midsole. Cam’s iconic pink fur picture is also emblazoned on the footbed. Release date is April 20, 2016 at a retail price of $125. He will make a personal appearance today at the Jimmy Jazz in Harlem 4pm.   Continue reading

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4/19/16 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY WITH WaleStylez: Busta Rhymes – Pass The Courvoisier Part II ft. P. Diddy, Pharrell

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
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Pass the Courvoisier, Part II  by Busta Rhymes features rapper P. Diddy, and R&B singer Pharrell. The video, inspired by Harlem Nights and Rush Hour 2, featured cameos from Mr. T, Spliff Star, Mo’Nique, Kym Whitley and Jamie Foxx.
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4/18/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez Dragon Ball Z And Bathing Ape Collection

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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A Bathing Ape and the Dragon Ball franchise have unveiled the full range of their collaborative collection, which looks to be the biggest co-branded release between the two thus far. The collection features graphics of Baby Milo alongside BAPE-ified Dragon Ball mainstays such as Kid Goku, Piccolo and Master Roshi, printed on a range of T-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and tote bags. Continue reading

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4/16/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez Fashion: Today’s Sneaker Releases

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By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Today is a very busy day in the footwear apparel business. Industry leader Nike and the “new upstart” adidas are battling for your latest paycheck by releasing over a half dozen sneakers today. Parents you may want to cover your teenager’s eyes, because this weekend there is definitely something for everyone. 

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Pictured above: Nike Air Foamposite “University Red”, SNS Adidas Stan Smith “Flowers”, Adidas Tubular Doom “Pink”, Concepts New Balance 997 “RivalryPack” NewYork, Concepts New Balance 998 “Rivalry Pack” Boston, Air Jordan 9 Low “Bred”, Air Jordan XXX “Black Cat”, Porsche Design Adidas Ultra Boost.

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4/16/16 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: spring/summer 16 Y-3 Combining Fashion and Function

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For spring/summer 16 Y-3 launch their first dedicated sportswear collection. This exciting new approach to combining fashion and function bring a sophisticated new refinement to urbanwear. The collection may have its roots in Yohji Yamamoto’s Japanese heritage, but smacks of the energy and attitude of the mean streets of New York City. Congratulations to adidas and Yamamoto for a collection that culminates the 15-year collaboration. Continue reading