- by mark haddon
Melbek - Black/Montano - Skate Shoes €74,95 EUR
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The Melbek Black/Montano is a skate shoe built for durability and performance. Featuring a rugged suede upper, it offers increased resistance to wear, while a soft textile lining enhances overall comfort during sessions. The abrasion-resistant rubber outsole provides solid grip and long-lasting traction, making it ideal for both street and park skating. Designed with functionality in mind, this model blends classic skate aesthetics with dependable construction.
Rare Air Jordan £190
The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Rare Air – White Lettering' is a bold take on a classic silhouette, combining premium materials with heritage design cues. This iteration features a black nubuck upper with signature quarter panel netting, red-and-black moulded eyelets, and plastic support wings for added structure.
A grey suede mudguard, outlined with crisp white stitching, reinforces the forefoot, while a bright blue knit lining adds contrast and comfort around the collar. The iconic Nike Air branding is featured on the heel tab, complemented by interchangeable Velcro tongue patches for added customisation. Inside, a 'Rare Air' logo decorates the insole.
Underfoot, a visible Nike Air unit is housed within a foam midsole, highlighted in royal blue and anchored by a splash of black around the heel. With its mix of nostalgic detailing and bold colour accents, the 'Rare Air' edition offers a fresh yet faithful take on the Jordan 4 legacy.
A grey suede mudguard, outlined with crisp white stitching, reinforces the forefoot, while a bright blue knit lining adds contrast and comfort around the collar. The iconic Nike Air branding is featured on the heel tab, complemented by interchangeable Velcro tongue patches for added customisation. Inside, a 'Rare Air' logo decorates the insole.
Underfoot, a visible Nike Air unit is housed within a foam midsole, highlighted in royal blue and anchored by a splash of black around the heel. With its mix of nostalgic detailing and bold colour accents, the 'Rare Air' edition offers a fresh yet faithful take on the Jordan 4 legacy.
Nike SB Denim Turquoise and Baroque Brown £199.99
Nike pays homage to over a century of artisanal craftsmanship with the release of the Nike Dunk Low PRM "Harris Tweed", blending timeless heritage with street-ready design. This elevated iteration of the iconic Dunk silhouette incorporates authentic Harris Tweed®—the world-renowned hand-woven fabric made exclusively in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides.
The sneaker features Denim Turquoise overlays, Baroque Brown leather accents, and distinctive houndstooth textile underlays, creating a richly layered look. Red Stardust sidewalls add a warm, vintage tone that complements the earthy palette, while a Harris Tweed® tongue label delivers a final stamp of heritage authenticity.
With comfort-forward construction and premium materials throughout, this edition of the Dunk Low is a celebration of both tradition and craftsmanship—crafted for those who value legacy and elevated style in equal measure.
The sneaker features Denim Turquoise overlays, Baroque Brown leather accents, and distinctive houndstooth textile underlays, creating a richly layered look. Red Stardust sidewalls add a warm, vintage tone that complements the earthy palette, while a Harris Tweed® tongue label delivers a final stamp of heritage authenticity.
With comfort-forward construction and premium materials throughout, this edition of the Dunk Low is a celebration of both tradition and craftsmanship—crafted for those who value legacy and elevated style in equal measure.
Jordan Flight Court x Téla Crèpe £109.99
Jordan Brand teams up once again with Téla D'Amore to deliver a sophisticated new take on the Jordan Flight Court, blending basketball heritage with layered storytelling and elevated craftsmanship. This latest collaboration delves into the emotion behind performance—the quiet struggles and inner strength that fuel greatness—expressed through thoughtful design elements and material choices.
The low-top silhouette is built for daily wear and rooted in Jumpman DNA, featuring a supple Coconut Milk leather upper paired with a soft suede mudguard for added texture and structure. Co-branded accents in Off-Noir and Varsity Red inject subtle contrast, while a tear-away detail at the heel offers a customizable finish, letting wearers reveal their preferred logo.
A standout design feature is Who Decides War's signature darning technique, stitched across high-wear zones to highlight areas that naturally crease—bridging function with artistic expression.
Blending comfort, durability, and introspective design, this edition of the Jordan Flight Court continues the legacy of performance-meets-storytelling, making it a standout addition for collectors and everyday wearers alike.
The low-top silhouette is built for daily wear and rooted in Jumpman DNA, featuring a supple Coconut Milk leather upper paired with a soft suede mudguard for added texture and structure. Co-branded accents in Off-Noir and Varsity Red inject subtle contrast, while a tear-away detail at the heel offers a customizable finish, letting wearers reveal their preferred logo.
A standout design feature is Who Decides War's signature darning technique, stitched across high-wear zones to highlight areas that naturally crease—bridging function with artistic expression.
Blending comfort, durability, and introspective design, this edition of the Jordan Flight Court continues the legacy of performance-meets-
Nike SB Dunk Low Pro x Arts-Rec Skateshop £159.99
Nike SB joins forces with Arts-Rec Skateshop to release a special edition of the Dunk Low Pro, paying homage to San Diego’s deep skateboarding roots and vibrant cultural mix. Founded in 2018 by pro skater Kellen James, Arts-Rec reflects the duality of skateboarding—a balance between style, community, and creativity—all of which are echoed in this unique design.
Inspired by the San Diego Zoo’s 99 acres in Balboa Park, the sneaker blends natural tones and textures that evoke nostalgia through a modern streetwear lens. The upper is constructed from soft tumbled leather in Rust Pink and Rough Green, accented with a subtle off-black panther print. A clean Sail midsole sits atop a semi-translucent outsole, delivering both visual depth and classic Dunk functionality.
Hidden homages and custom artwork are found throughout the shoe, including animal print sockliners, debossed details, and colour-matched laces, all of which nod to San Diego’s iconic wildlife and diverse energy.
Thoughtfully crafted and rich in storytelling, the Nike SB x Arts-Rec Dunk Low Pro is a standout release that seamlessly merges skate heritage, regional identity, and premium execution.
Inspired by the San Diego Zoo’s 99 acres in Balboa Park, the sneaker blends natural tones and textures that evoke nostalgia through a modern streetwear lens. The upper is constructed from soft tumbled leather in Rust Pink and Rough Green, accented with a subtle off-black panther print. A clean Sail midsole sits atop a semi-translucent outsole, delivering both visual depth and classic Dunk functionality.
Hidden homages and custom artwork are found throughout the shoe, including animal print sockliners, debossed details, and colour-matched laces, all of which nod to San Diego’s iconic wildlife and diverse energy.
Thoughtfully crafted and rich in storytelling, the Nike SB x Arts-Rec Dunk Low Pro is a standout release that seamlessly merges skate heritage, regional identity, and premium execution.
Bad Bunny reimagines a classic with the release of the adidas Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo”, bringing his signature flair to the iconic silhouette. This limited-edition drop transforms the timeless terrace staple into a vibrant, performance-inspired design that reflects the Puerto Rican artist’s high-energy stage presence.
The sneaker is dressed in rich Cabo Rojo orange suede, complete with a distorted T-toe overlay, zig-zag stitching, and exposed heel tags, delivering a raw, expressive aesthetic. Classic beige 3-Stripes and gold foil adidas branding honour the Gazelle’s heritage, while a gum rubber sole maintains a grounded, retro-sport feel.
Inside, “adidas PARA BAD BUNNY” graphics add a personal signature to the collaboration, reinforcing the artist’s hands-on involvement in the creative process.
The Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo” is a fearless fusion of sport and style—built for movement, music, and making noise—cementing Bad Bunny’s place as one of adidas’ most daring creative partners.
The sneaker is dressed in rich Cabo Rojo orange suede, complete with a distorted T-toe overlay, zig-zag stitching, and exposed heel tags, delivering a raw, expressive aesthetic. Classic beige 3-Stripes and gold foil adidas branding honour the Gazelle’s heritage, while a gum rubber sole maintains a grounded, retro-sport feel.
Inside, “adidas PARA BAD BUNNY” graphics add a personal signature to the collaboration, reinforcing the artist’s hands-on involvement in the creative process.
The Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo” is a fearless fusion of sport and style—built for movement, music, and making noise—cementing Bad Bunny’s place as one of adidas’ most daring creative partners.
NEW BALANCE 1906L SNEAKER £140
New Balance continues to blur the lines between classic and contemporary with the return of the 1906L — that’s ‘L’ for loafer. What was once a bold experiment has quietly carved out its own lane in the lifestyle scene, and the latest “Beige” colourway proves why this silhouette deserves attention.
At a glance, the 1906L might fool you. Its loafer-inspired build keeps things mature, but underneath lies the soul of a sneaker — quite literally. Borrowing the best bits of the original 1906R, this crossover silhouette maintains its sporty backbone with an airy mesh base and synthetic overlays that nod to early 2000s runners. The result? A shoe that’s equal parts sleek and breathable.
The neutral “Beige” upper feels clean and versatile, perfect for easy styling whether you're going smart-casual or street-ready. But it's the small details that elevate this release — from the sculpted ABZORB SBS heel pods that provide reliable comfort, to the bold black N-ergy outsole that grounds the shoe (both in look and feel) with some serious traction and attitude.
In a market full of maximalist designs, the 1906L “Beige” strips it back without losing the edge. It’s a smart, wearable take on hybrid footwear — and one that continues to expand what lifestyle sneakers can look like.
At a glance, the 1906L might fool you. Its loafer-inspired build keeps things mature, but underneath lies the soul of a sneaker — quite literally. Borrowing the best bits of the original 1906R, this crossover silhouette maintains its sporty backbone with an airy mesh base and synthetic overlays that nod to early 2000s runners. The result? A shoe that’s equal parts sleek and breathable.
The neutral “Beige” upper feels clean and versatile, perfect for easy styling whether you're going smart-casual or street-ready. But it's the small details that elevate this release — from the sculpted ABZORB SBS heel pods that provide reliable comfort, to the bold black N-ergy outsole that grounds the shoe (both in look and feel) with some serious traction and attitude.
In a market full of maximalist designs, the 1906L “Beige” strips it back without losing the edge. It’s a smart, wearable take on hybrid footwear — and one that continues to expand what lifestyle sneakers can look like.