Posts Tagged ‘shoes’
NBA player Donovan Mitchell pledges $45K toward education of Jacob Blake’s sons
NBA star Donovan Mitchell is committing to give tens of thousands of dollars to improve the lives of Jacob Blake’s children. The Utah Jazz player has pledged $45,000 toward the education of Blake’s three sons, who saw their father, an unarmed Black man, shot in the back seven times by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The…
Read MoreKim Jones thrilled by Michael Jordan’s enthusiasm for Dior collaboration
Kim Jones was overwhelmed by Michael Jordan‘s “enthusiasm for a product launched 35 years down the line” — the limited-edition Air Jordan 1 High OG Dior sneaker. Dior Men’s artistic director Kim, 40, admitted the basketball star is a “massive influence on my generation.” Speaking about meeting the 57-year-old basketball legend in Monaco and then Chicago,…
Read MoreHundreds line up for Air Jordan sneakers while not practicing social distancing
The release of Air Jordan sneakers has always had the feel of an event. Once new versions of Michael Jordan’s signature shoe are released, sneakerheads often sleep outside or line up for hours with the hopes of buying a new pair. On May 2, the Jordan 5 “Fire Red” sneaker, which retails for $200, was…
Read MoreCoronavirus travels twice as far as previously thought and lives on shoes
The coronavirus is now believed to be able to travel as far as 13 feet from an infected person, more than twice as far as the current social distancing recommendations of six feet, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention stated in its new report. In a new study was published in the CDC’s journal…
Read MoreThe shoe designer Janelle Monáe praises
Janelle Monáe has shared her favorite shoe designer. The Hidden Figures actress‘s “most memorable” red carpet outfits have typically involved footwear from Christian Louboutin as she knows they will always be a “conversation piece.” She said: “I’ve worn Louboutins to so many of my most memorable red carpet moments. “For the past two years at…
Read MoreKahmune founder Jamela Acheampong created a ‘nude’ shoe for all skin tones
The idea for Jamela A. Acheampong’s U.K.-based nude shoewear brand Kahmune was birthed out of her own futile search to find clothing and shoes to match her darker skin tone. She quickly discovered that in the marketplace the term “nude” only referred to tan and beige shades. Determined to accomplish her goal, she purchased a…
Read MoreKanye West drops new Adidas Yeezy shoe collaboration
Kanye West is releasing a new Adidas Yeezy collaboration right in time for Christmas. Ahead of the expected upcoming Adidas Yeezy 700 V3 Azael release on Dec. 23. the 700 V1 Carbon Blue is available now. The new V1 release marks the ninth variation for this type of shoe. The Carbon Blue which dropped on…
Read More10 Black companies to support on Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday
We all know about Black Friday, the major shopping day that comes right after we’ve stuffed our faces on Thanksgiving. But sometimes we forget about the lesser-known Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, two shopping days that follow on the heels of Black Friday. Black retailers and business owners are encouraging Black consumers and the…
Read MoreSwae Lee discusses his outrageous jewelry and shoe collection
Swae Lee is a fine jewelry connoisseur. The 24-year-old rapper is obsessed with his precious jewels and often shows off his huge diamond collection on social media, sharing that he wears his luxury pieces all of the time – even when he’s showers and sleeps. “I sleep with my jewelry on. I take a shower…
Read MoreLisa Hunter explains why Jack Daniel’s teamed up with ‘The Shoe Surgeon’
On the first day of ComplexCon Chicago, Jack Daniel’s hosted an event that featured custom sneaker designer Dominic “The Shoe Surgeon” Chambrone. During the event, Chambrone unveiled seven new Jack Daniel’s-inspired sneaker prototypes. Attendees also were able to partake in signature Jack Daniel’s cocktails while exploring The Shoe Surgeon’s custom, limited-edition Jack Daniel’s sneakers. Following…
Read MoreAgain? Nike stocks soar after another Colin Kaepernick controversy
Shoe manufacturing goliath Nike, may have discovered that Colin Kaepernick controversies are gold for the company’s bottom line, even as the former NFL star-turned-urban hero continues to draw fire from right-wing White Americans. For the second consecutive year, Nike’s stocks soared in the heated aftermath of publicly supporting Kaepernick. When the “Swoosh” debuted their 4th…
Read MoreKicks 4 the City hosts 4th annual Agora Sneaker Ball
You can tell a lot about a person by the condition of their shoes. For the homeless, the soles of their shoes, show the pain and anguish of a roofless dwelling. In 2012, Justin Johnson created an organization that to date, has ensured that homeless children and adults have less to worry about in terms…
Read MoreKevin Hart shares the moment his life flashed before his eyes
Kevin Hart shares the story of how his life flashed before his eyes. The 39-year-old actor was dancing in the middle of a crowd in the rain during the outdoor reception at the wedding of his personal trainer Ron Everline and his bride Dominique, which was held last Saturday, May 18, 2019, when he slipped and…
Read MoreWhy Beyoncé sent sneaker brand to the left
Beyoncé has always made a point of pushing for diversity and inclusion when it comes to her projects. The Grammy Award-winning singer took that same approach when searching for a collaboration with a sneaker brand. According to ESPN writer Nick DePaula, Beyoncé decided to walk out of a meeting with a sneaker company because there were…
Read More10 more Black designers you should know and support
I’m not sure what is going on in the European fashion world lately — whether it’s ignorance, or a lack of diversity, or sheer disrespect the culture that has caused several designer brands to create collections that feature blackface and other racially discriminatory styles. What I do know is that as long as they continue…
Read MorePayless tricks upscale shoppers with fake store called ‘Palessi’
The Payless shoe store chain has pulled off a massive prank that sent shockwaves through the LA fashion elite crowd. The discount shoe chain opened a pop-up store with the name Palessi and tricked the invited upscale shoppers to a one-of-a-kind party and shopping spree. Attendees paid hundreds to purchase shoes that normally cost $19.99.…
Read MoreThe Black shoe designer that Tracee Ellis Ross is obsessed with
A New York City-based businesswoman, Stella Maze has worked her way to the top of the fashion industry with her colorful and creative high-end designs. Originally from the Virgin Islands, Maze incorporates influences from native crystal blue water in her eye-catching blue sole shoe designs. The luxury shoe brand Stella Hues has been featured in several…
Read More3 rappers with sneaker lines
Fashion and hip-hop have always been conjoined. We first saw collaborations in the cultures with Run-D.M.C. and adidas. They inspired an entire generation of artists to pursue endorsement deals with shoe companies, while fans of both cultures reveled in the excitement. We’ve seen artists such as MC Hammer, Birdman, Jay-Z, and 50 Cent broker multimillion-dollar…
Read Morev: LeBron James on nicknaming his shoes
LeBron James nicknamed his shoes on Tuesday night. He told rolling out if he’ll continue that trend during the Cavaliers 10-game winning streak.
Read MoreLavar Ball and Big Baller Brand have officially lost their minds
Lonzo Ball‘s debut shoe design dropped on May 4. According to the Big Baller Brand website, “The ZO2 Prime is ushering in a new paradigm on and off the court. The ZO2: PRIME was meticulously developed at every stage by Lonzo Ball. Debuting in a low-top cut, the Prime flies first class without compromise.” One pair of…
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