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'Galaxy' Nike Air Foamposite One Retro Reported for 2024 The 'Galaxy' Foams, a game-changing pair of sneakers that first released in 2012, is coming back next year, according to one credible sneaker leaker

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  One of the most popular  Foamposites  of all time may be returning in 2024. According to leaker  @zSneakerheadz , the “Galaxy” Nike Air Foamposite One is headed back to retail next spring. The sneaker originally dropped during NBA All-Star Weekend in Orlando in 2012 alongside a pack of space-themed sneakers including signature models for  Lebron James ,  Kevin Durant , and  Kobe Bryant . The launch created mayhem across the country, with some retailers having to cancel the release entirely. One person infamously went as  far listing their car —with a full tank of gas—on Craigslist in search of a trade for a size 10.5. The “Galaxy” Foamposite’s popularity has endured in the decade since its debut, and it became one of the most notable sneakers of its era and inspiring countless homages in the sneaker and streetwear scene.   The original sneaker featured an all-over print consisting of blue and purple shades with star detailing, a glow-in-the-dark sole, and “remove before flight” hangt

Detailed Look at the 'Eggplant' Nike Foamposite Retro The popular colorway is expected to return in January

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  One of the most popular  Nike Foamposite One  styles is set to return to retail in 2024. Newly leaked images from  @Kicksfinder  and  @zSneakerheadz  on Instagram show a first look at what's expected to be the upcoming "Eggplant" Nike Foamposite One retro. The images shared of the newest version appear to be true to the original 2009 release, as it dons a rich varsity purple color scheme throughout the entirety of the Foamposite upper, with contrasting black accents on the eyelets, inner bootie system, and shoelaces. The sneaker also features a black carbon fiber plate at the midfoot along with an icy translucent outsole below. The "Eggplant" Nike Air Foamposite One was first released back in 2009 and was last retroed in  2017.  In addition to the "Eggplant" colorway rereleasing next year, it's also rumored that 2012's  "Galaxy" Air Foamposite One  will return to retailers in 2024. Internal Nike documents viewed by Complex confirm t

First Look at Next Year's 'Military Blue' Air Jordan 4 Retro The original colorway is coming back with 'Nike Air' branding

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  Another original colorway of the  Air Jordan 4  is reportedly making its return in 2024. According to trusted sneaker leaker accounts  @zSneakerheadz  and  Sneaker Files,  the  “Military Blue” Air Jordan 4  is coming back next year. Unlike the  “Bred” Air Jordan 4  that’s also reportedly returning in 2024 with a leather upper instead of nubuck, next year’s “Military Blue” Air Jordan 4 retro is expected to feature original specs—including “Nike Air” branding on the heel tab. The mock-up depiction provided by the leaker accounts suggests that the forthcoming retro will feature its traditional white leather construction on the upper, with a grey mudguard at the forefoot and blue accents on the eyestay, tongue, and midsole. According to the accounts, the sneaker will be available in full-family sizing. The “Military Blue” Air Jordan 4 was originally released in 1989 and was first retroed in 2006. The style was last available in 2012. At the time of writing, the “Military Blue” Air Jordan

The Air Jordan 14 'Black & White' Releases in December New addition to the lineup is reminiscent of rare Player Exclusives.

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  The  Air Jordan 14 , Michael Jordan's final Chicago Bulls-era game shoe, is set to return in an all-new colorway this holiday season. Simple in execution, the forthcoming retro is delivered with a black nubuck upper, contrasted by hits of white on the branding elements and along the midsole. Some may also remember this colorway being worn as a Player Exclusive by former All-Star Michael Finley during his first season with the San Antonio Spurs in 2005-06. Glenn James / NBAE via Getty Images The "Black & White" Air Jordan 14 Retro is expected to be released on Wednesday, Dec. 20 for $200. UPDATE (12/26):  In-hand images of the Air Jordan 14 "Black & White" via  beechkicks_ . Air Jordan 14 Retro "Black & White" Release Date:  12/20/23 Color:  Black/Black-White-University Red Style #:  487471-016 Price:  $200 Beechkicks_, h/t Sneaker Bar Detroit / Via  sneakerbardetroit.com Beechkicks_, h/t Sneaker Bar Detroit / Via  sneakerbardetroit.com Be

MSCHF's New Sneaker Is Inspired by Kids' Shoes The Super Baby drops next month

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  Hot on the heels of last week's  Dremel x MSCHF Gobstomper  unveiling comes details of another sneaker release from the Brooklyn-based creative collective. Just moments ago,  MSCHF  previewed its Super Baby collection that's launching early next month. The new sneakers pictured here are fairly tame as compared to many of MSCHF's prior drops, as the silhouette takes inspiration from traditional children's shoes. The first wave of Super Baby releases comes in three colorways, including in "Oscar," that's dressed in a simple white and red color scheme. There are also colorful "Ollie" and "Olivia" iterations, with the first pair featuring yellow, green, blue, and red accents and the latter sporting reflective silver and pink hits. All three styles feature MSCHF branding on the side panels and "Super Baby" details on the heel. Readers will be able to cop the MSCHF Super Baby sneakers starting on Dec. 5 via a draw at 2 p.m. ET at