June 2022

LeBron James, inked a seven-year, $90 million contract with Nike in 2003. He then obtained an extension in 2010, before agreeing to a lifetime contract with the retailing  Giant  in 2015. His current contract’s figures are unknown, although he is rumored to be earning more than $30 million per year from it, and the overall deal is estimated to be  worth more than $1 billion , which isn’t a shocker considering the G.O.A.T status LeBron has reached Its no Wonder why Nike Honored King James by naming one of the buildings at Nikes Massive HQ after the basketball star , dubbed ” the LeBron James Innovation Center.” . The center is said to be more than 85,000 square feet and has four floors . The building is  home to Nike’s innovation and research teams, and the inside of the building includes a 94-foot basketball court with a running loop along the outside of it. The court is also next to a soccer field. What makes this even more impressive is the fact that the last basketball player to get a building named after them at the Nike HQ was… you guessed it , his Airiness  and number 23 , Michael Jordan . Since birth of arguably the second biggest Partnership ( MJ of course being number one) James has Released 17 signature with the exception of the numerous colorways,  Ambassador variations, lifestyle editions, and low-tops . Nike has been hard  at work with LeBron James on a “Hard Hat” makeover for their  LeBron 19 silhouette. With the classic model’s dramatic appearance in a bright yellow color, the Lakers legend provides the foundations for a colorful, one-of-a-kind pair that will enhance any sneakerhead’s collection. Workwear has had a significant impact on both fashion and footwear, as proven by the countless cases of plain work shirts and double knee pants we’ve seen in the past few seasons . However, construction workers’ clothing has not made its way into the shoe market, and the Nike LeBron 19 “Hard hat” might just be the necessary catalyst . How to Get Your Pair Available in store Now ! RSP: R3,599.99 First come First Serve  

The Kangol Bermuda Casual Bucket     Hip-hop and headwear have a long and close relationship. Raps  weren’t the only thing Rappers turned to make statements and express themselves  , Headwear became a vital piece in Hip hop and fashion in the 80’s  . Despite hip hop and Kangol almost being mutually inclusive , the history of the brand may not be as American as you think . Jakob Henryk Spreiregen, a Polish-born Jewish immigrant who came to England in 1915, founded the company in the 1920s and began making hats in London. It didn’t adopt the name Kangol until 1930, when Spreiregen invented it by combining the letters K for “knitting,” ANG for “Angora” (a kind of wool), and OL for “wool.” Kangol became popular in the United Kingdom during and after WWII. During the war, Kangol became the primary supplier of berets to the British Army, with annual output exceeding one million caps. Kangol recruited designers Pierre Cardin and Mary Quant to its list in the 1960s, and they began making hats for celebrities like the Beatles and the late Princess Diana. This type of celebrity exposure sparked the interest of the American market, and people began enquiring where they might get a Kangol hat. This is when the brand began utilizing the distinctive Kangaroo emblem, This is when the brand began utilizing the distinctive Kangaroo emblem, (contrary to popular belief, no Kangol hat has ever originated in Australia.) Thanks to the grand exposure from British icons , Kangol quickly saw a significant spike in US Sales during the 80’s,  but it was only when the one and only LL cool Jay was seen wearing the famous Kangol Bermuda Casual Bucket did the brand get catapulted into the hip hop scene . This was a game changer for both Kangol and Hip Hop Culture , Consumers raced to get their hands on the hat worn by LL Cool J  and the so the kangol phenomena began and is even still present today           Countless rappers , including Run-DMC, Grandmaster Flash, Slick Rick, and Missy Elliott, to mention a few, followed suit . The obsession also transcended the hip hop music scene and  made its way into the world of  Hollywood and Film,  Nino Brown, the renowned character played by Wesley Snipes in New Jack City, can be seen wearing numerous Kangol hats throughout the film. Furthermore In the 1990s, stylish variations of the brand’s headwear, such as the Furgora Spitfire, were released and notably worn by Samuel L. Jackson. As much as the Kangol Bermuda Love Bled Through to multiple cultures and subcultures over the decades , its safe to say that its true home will forever be the booming 80’s Hip hop scenes .  

The Inspiration – The Air Jordan 1 “Royal blue” The popularity of the Air Jordan 1 Low has recently seen a massive influx , And of course when demand is high unfortunately that  can only mean one thing for Sneaker heads , and that  is limited stock .   The   Jordan Brand has developed a number of hues based on the original shoes, including this latest model. Of course in our biased opinion nothing will beat the original Jordan 1 high “Royal blue” which released originally in 1985 and has since only been rereleased 4 times. Unlike the Iconic Jordan 1 Chicago and Jordan 1 Banned ,Michael Jordan never played in the Jordan 1 Royal but that doesn’t take away from the importance of this particular sneaker  . This black and blue colorway was Michael Jordan’s favorite, and it was also the first Jordan 1 available for purchase.   “Mystic Blue” The incoming Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Mystic Navy” has a Black, Mystic Navy, and White color scheme. The top is made of quality Black leather with Mystic Navy detailing on the toe box, rubber outsole, heel overlay, tongue branding, and Swooshes. Black laces and a matching black nylon tongue completes the shoe’s minimal design . This new take on the OG colorway  is perfect for those who are looking to elevate their style while still keeping it timeless and classy . It is also a sneaker for all the old heads , who are looking to scratch a Jordan High “Royal blue” itch in the name of nostalgia . How To Get Your Pair Launching 28 June 2022  This pair will be available via First Come First Serve at Sandon and Canal Walk ONLY  Size Run : UK3 , UK4 , UK5 , UK6 , UK7 , UK8  Strictly one pair per customer 

The Jordan 11 The history The anticipation for Michael Jordan’s return had reached a feverish pitch amongst Chicago Bulls and Michael Jordan fans. He ended his one-year tenure in Minor League Baseball with a simple yet legendary statement  that said, “I’m back.” Michael returned to top form after a year of his comeback and quickly clinched the Chicago Bulls’ next three-peat, scoring championship victories in 1996, 1997, and 1998. MJ wore the Air Jordan 11, notably the Concord colorway, throughout the 1995-1996 season, demonstrating his devotion to the sneaker and the colorway. The sneaker became a symbol of MJ’s comeback to NBA greatness, immortalizing a glorious era in the sport’s history. During MJ’s thankfully short lived baseball career, famed Nike footwear designer Tinker Hatfield created the Air Jordan 11. He preserved the designs in case MJ ended his retirement and returned to the NBA – he always wanted MJ to wear the Air Jordan 11 on court . Tinker proclaimed the Air Jordan 11 his favorite sneaker of all time, highlighting its flawless marriage of technology and design. Its ballistic mesh upper made it more durable than the usual sneaker, while the patent leather provided structural lockdown and needed lightness without stretching like traditional leather. The carbon fiber spring plate made the shoe lighter while still supporting Michael’s weight and providing propulsion to complement his aggressive games. Its lightness allowed him to soar about the court freely. It wasn’t simply the technology that distinguished the sneaker. Tinker wanted MJ to wear the Air Jordan 11 off the court, therefore it was created to be more formal than the Air Jordan 10. Its sleek lines, wavy patent leather, and basic form make it suitable for dressing up or down. This must be the reason why Michael Jordan considers the AJ 11 to be one of his favorite Air Jordan’s. Despite being a sneaker, the patent leather pops when paired with a suit and adds a beautiful formal element to the outfit. Dress it down with shorts and a t-shirt for a more casual and comfy appearance. When you consider the comfort of the full-length Air Max midsole, it’s easy to see why anyone would choose the Air Jordan 11 as their go-to sneaker. “Pure Violet” The New Women’s Air Jordan 11 Gives the Iconic Silhouette a fresh look by bringing in a softer and more subtle color pallet Dressed in a soft White and Pure Violet ensemble . The upper and tongue on this Pair is constructed out of the classic White mesh, while the overlays are made of the signature patent leather in none other but the lovely light lilac or ‘pure violet’ colorway. The design is completed with a white midsole above an ice transparent outsole. How To Get Your Pair Launching 26 June 2022  This pair will be available via First Come First Serve at Sandon and Canal Walk ONLY  Size Run : UK3 , UK4 , UK5 , UK6 , UK7 ,  Strictly one pair per customer 

The Black Fives Era Before basket ball became the game we all know and love today , things were a lot different in 1891 when the sport first came into exitance . Teams were referred to as “fives” due to their 5 man starting line . Unfortunately at the time racial segregation was an unpalatable theme in basketball and American culture as a whole . “Colored quints,” “Negro cagers,” or “black fives” were terms used to describe and downplay teams that consisted solely of African Americans. Thankfully this didn’t stop African American Teams from falling in love with the game . Up until the racial integration of the National Basketball League in the 1940s and the National Basketball Association in 1950, the sport remained segregated until 1904, when basketball was first made available to African Americans on a large scale and organized basis. Between those two points, a time frame called as the “Black Fives Era” was marked by the emergence, success, and dominance of several all-Black teams . Generations before the N.B.A. was founded, African Americans were making waves in basketball. Black music, such as ragtime, jazz, and blues, became so loved  when the phonograph was invented in the early 1900s that a dance craze swept the nation. Dance halls and ballrooms replaced player pianos and sheet music in the parlor almost immediately The demeaning, humiliating minstrelsy of the past was replaced with positive and culturally affirming chances in the entertainment business. These Vibrant dance halls and ballrooms gave way to ready made basketball courts on off nights. featuring music by top Black musicians and dancing afterward until well past midnight. As a result, Black Fives Era basketball games went beyond the sport itself and became meaningful social events The Black Fives Foundation and PUMA present their second collection as part of their ongoing collaboration.  The goal of the Black Fives Foundation is to learn about, commemorate, and teach the pre-NBA history of African Americans in basketball.  This collection honors the Black Fives Era teams’ ability to transcend the communities where they first started and establish themselves in American cities and towns.  Teams would travel the nation playing rigorous schedules, adhering to rigid business models while navigating Jim Crow restrictions on everything from public transportation to restaurants to lodging, even before they arrived in tense, foreign, highly volatile arenas, armories, ballrooms, and gymnasiums far from home.  However, these teams frequently prevailed, made it out of town without incident, and received invitations to play again.

The History One of the most iconic Jordan silhouette , the Jordan 4 is at the top of many sneaker heads grail lists . Known for its timeless shape and lightweight feel the Jordan 4 first made its debut in 1989 and was Tinker Hatfield’s answer and follow up to the success of the Jordan 3 . For many sneaker heads all over the world at the time , the Jordan 4 was likely one of the very first Jordan’s they were lucky enough to get their hands on, due to the fact that their 1989 release was the first ever global release of  an air Jordan ,so Its safe to say that the Jordan 4 opened the flood gates for many of our sneaker obsession’s and is at the forefront of the thriving global sneaker community . The Jordan 4 originally Came in 4 OG colorways : The first being the Black Cement or “play offs” which are arguably the most iconic of the 4 colorways and as of late any black and red Jordan colorway automatically takes on the rather peculiar “bred” nickname , the black cement being no excuse . The second colorway was the contrasting White Cement , Although there are fewer on-court recollections of this colorway, their inclusion in Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’ has cemented their status as legends on par with the director. The third addition was the Fire red colorway, it was on All-Star weekend in February 1989 in Houston, Texas, that Jordan first appeared in the eye catching colorway . Last but most definitely not least was the Military Blue colorway , designed in the summer of 1989 by none other than Mr. Hatfield himself the Military Blue Colorway paved the way for ,and inspired the newest addition to the Jordan 4 roster , the Jordan 4 Military black . The new Addition The Jordan 4 Military black  features the same material composition and color scheme as the original 1989 “Military Blue” colorway. The forefoot overlay is composed of grey suede, while the top is constructed of smooth white leather. The TPU eyelets, molded heel tab, and Jumpman emblem on the woven tongue tag all have black accents. It has a visible Air-sole unit under the heel and is supported by a two-tone polyurethane midsole. How to get your pair Launching 22 June 2022 Available Via Online raffle only , raffle opens at 5pm for 3 hours only  All Orders will include an additional R100 for delivery (No instore collections available)  Multiple entries will be banned  size run : uk6 – uk11

The latest Air Jordan 4 retro features a near-identical arrangement on the ‘Infrared 23’-accented sneaker, similar to the ‘Green Glow’ style from August 2013. As a result, numerous sneakerheads have dubbed it the ‘Red Glow’ Jordan 4. The upper’s nubuck materials are varied shades of grey, while the supporting components (i.e. mesh profile windows, laces, inner-lining) are a sharp ‘Black’ contrast. TPU eyelets, Jumpman branding on the tongue, and the underside of the tongue introduce the Jordan’s’ most eye-catching colorway. Underfoot, sole units use a mild color palette, as opposed to its ‘Green Glow’ predecessor’s brightly colored outside tread pattern.