Terror Squad, Jennie, Pharrell, and A$AP Rocky lead this month's lineup of new arrivals, covering everything from artist collaborations to new retros.
Oruny ChoiSneakers
Sneakers trace their modern evolution to 1917 and the sneaker we now know as the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star, a basketball shoe with a rubber sole designed for performance on the court. The category gained monumental cultural significance with the 1985 launch of Nike’s Air Jordan 1, created in collaboration with Michael Jordan and featuring the iconic Wings logo and Nike Air cushioning technology. Other landmark models include Adidas’ 1970 release of the Superstar, notable for its rubber shell toe, and the 2012 debut of Nike’s Flyknit technology, which revolutionized lightweight, breathable uppers. Sneaker culture is driven by dedicated communities that follow high-profile drops like Travis Scott’s collaborations with Nike and the 2020 release of the Off-White x Air Jordan 4 “Sail.” Complex covers these moments extensively, highlighting the impact of limited-edition colorways and materials such as premium suede and reflective accents. Collectors often engage in resale markets on platforms like StockX and Goat, where scarcity and provenance define value, while customization artists like The Shoe Surgeon push the boundaries of sneaker design as wearable art.
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Jeff Staple is among the influential figures featured in Season 1 of KLEKT’s ‘Sole Stories’, hosted by renowned sneaker designer and collector Sean Wotherspoon.
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Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble 'Greedy' Now Available on Complex
The 2015 mismatched mashup returns in the White and Medium Ash colorway.
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Vans LX Old Skool 36 Pearlized 'Yacht Club' Is Available on Complex
The latest iteration of the Pearlized Old Skool features a nautical theme.
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Vans Just Dropped New Loafer Sneakers
Here's how to buy the Vans Skate Loafer now.
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New Balance Unveils the 983 Lifestyle Sneaker
The New Balance 982 releases in October.
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How to Buy the Anima Atomic RT and Mercury RT Sneakers on Complex
The eco-friendly Atomic RT and Mercury RT are available now.
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Jennie Launches Adidas Originals Collection Inspired by 'Softness and Restraint' of Ballet
The BLACKPINK vocalist celebrated 'adidas Originals by JENNIE' at a West Hollywood event just days before the collection's release.
Jaelani Turner-Williams13 days ago
Eminem's Sneaker Auction Raises $400,000 for the Marshall Mathers Foundation
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Post Archive Faction x On Cloudboom Volt Now Available on Complex
The collaborative sneaker is available in two colorways.
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Redesign Your Air Force 1 Lows With UNINVITED's Interchangeable Jewelry System
The proprietary system of interchangeable pieces allows you to add some flair to your sneakers.
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How to Buy Christian McCaffrey's New CMC Training Shoe
The While on Earth CMC training shoe is available now.
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Adidas x Bad Bunny F50 Ghost Sprint Now Available on Complex
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Adidas x Brain Dead Barricade 13 Now Available on Complex
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From 1960s archives remade with indigo denim to Willy Chavarria runway design, here are the top Three Stripes styles available on Complex now.
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