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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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.

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…

TV personalities and lifestyle entrepreneurs, The Von Boozier Twins celebrated the launch of their limited edition shoe collection collaboration with Spain shoe company Qüero Shoes with a soirée at the luxury fashion district hot spot Refinery Hotel, located at 63 West 38th Street in New York City. At the seven o’clock hour, the red carpet rolled out to welcome celebrity…

Essence Magazine held its third annual Street Style Block Party in DUMBO Saturday in celebration of New York Fashion Week. Designers, stylists, bloggers and local fashion vendors came together to celebrate personal style and diversity with fashion. The event featured a fashion show, a kids’ crafting section and live music.