- By mark haddon
Nike Shox Ride 2 £164.99
Originally released in the early 2000s, the Nike Shox Ride 2 has earned its status as a modern classic — a silhouette that was not only visually ahead of its time but also technologically forward-thinking.
This latest edition of the Shox Ride 2 stays true to the sneaker’s bold roots, featuring the signature four-column Shox cushioning system in the heel for responsive impact support, combined with a Max Air unit in the forefoot for added comfort.
The upper blends real and synthetic leather in a sleek Black and Phantom colourway, while accents of Sail, Light Bone, and Metallic Silver add contrast and highlight the shoe's layered construction. Mesh textiles and perforated detailing around the ankle enhance breathability, ensuring wearability across different settings.
Overall, the Shox Ride 2 continues to deliver on both performance and street appeal — a standout option for those after a distinctive, heritage-informed sneaker that still feels relevant today.
This latest edition of the Shox Ride 2 stays true to the sneaker’s bold roots, featuring the signature four-column Shox cushioning system in the heel for responsive impact support, combined with a Max Air unit in the forefoot for added comfort.
The upper blends real and synthetic leather in a sleek Black and Phantom colourway, while accents of Sail, Light Bone, and Metallic Silver add contrast and highlight the shoe's layered construction. Mesh textiles and perforated detailing around the ankle enhance breathability, ensuring wearability across different settings.
Overall, the Shox Ride 2 continues to deliver on both performance and street appeal — a standout option for those after a distinctive, heritage-informed sneaker that still feels relevant today.
ADIDAS HANDBALL SPEZIAL INVINCIBLE £140
In a refined take on terrace heritage, adidas partners with Taiwanese streetwear label Invincible to deliver a minimalist rework of the classic Handball Spezial. Drawing inspiration from the clean aesthetics of the Stan Smith, this collaboration prioritises subtle design cues over overt branding.
The upper features perforated 3-Stripes and understated gold foil lettering, paying homage to adidas’ archive while embracing a modern, pared-back approach. The result is a versatile and elevated sneaker that blends heritage styling with contemporary streetwear sensibilities.
Executed in premium materials and finished with a timeless silhouette, this edition of the Handball Spezial offers a sophisticated spin on a terrace classic — ideal for those who value clean design and cultural authenticity in equal measure.
The upper features perforated 3-Stripes and understated gold foil lettering, paying homage to adidas’ archive while embracing a modern, pared-back approach. The result is a versatile and elevated sneaker that blends heritage styling with contemporary streetwear sensibilities.
Executed in premium materials and finished with a timeless silhouette, this edition of the Handball Spezial offers a sophisticated spin on a terrace classic — ideal for those who value clean design and cultural authenticity in equal measure.
Salomon XT-Whisper £140.00
First introduced in 2009 as a women’s performance silhouette, the Salomon XT-Whisper returns in 2025 with a refreshed, genderless approach aimed at today’s style-conscious and performance-driven audience.
The upper features a breathable pink gradient 3D open mesh, offering both airflow and a visually striking finish. A wavy Sensifit structure ensures a secure, locked-in fit, while reflective accents provide added visibility in low-light conditions.
Underfoot, the sneaker is equipped with Salomon’s EnergyCell midsole for responsive cushioning, complemented by the Agile Chassis System for enhanced stability across varied terrain.
Blending technical innovation with a bold aesthetic, the XT-Whisper is a standout option for those seeking a performance sneaker that transitions effortlessly from outdoor functionality to urban style.
The upper features a breathable pink gradient 3D open mesh, offering both airflow and a visually striking finish. A wavy Sensifit structure ensures a secure, locked-in fit, while reflective accents provide added visibility in low-light conditions.
Underfoot, the sneaker is equipped with Salomon’s EnergyCell midsole for responsive cushioning, complemented by the Agile Chassis System for enhanced stability across varied terrain.
Blending technical innovation with a bold aesthetic, the XT-Whisper is a standout option for those seeking a performance sneaker that transitions effortlessly from outdoor functionality to urban style.
Nike P-6000 £110.00
Blending early 2000s running aesthetics with modern comfort, the Nike P-6000 draws inspiration from past Pegasus models to deliver a bold, retro-tech look.
This men’s edition arrives in a Light Army, Cargo Khaki, and Phantom colourway, combining a breathable mesh base with durable leather and synthetic overlays for a layered, structured finish.
A soft foam midsole offers responsive underfoot comfort, while the track-inspired design nods to Nike’s performance heritage. Completing the look is a rubber outsole for reliable grip and signature Nike branding throughout.
Merging nostalgia with everyday wearability, the P-6000 stands out as a versatile option for fans of archival running style reimagined for the streets.
This men’s edition arrives in a Light Army, Cargo Khaki, and Phantom colourway, combining a breathable mesh base with durable leather and synthetic overlays for a layered, structured finish.
A soft foam midsole offers responsive underfoot comfort, while the track-inspired design nods to Nike’s performance heritage. Completing the look is a rubber outsole for reliable grip and signature Nike branding throughout.
Merging nostalgia with everyday wearability, the P-6000 stands out as a versatile option for fans of archival running style reimagined for the streets.
Saucony x Jae Tips £145
Jae Tips continues his creative partnership with Saucony in the latest drop titled “I Love You, But I’m Busy”, a collection that once again blends bold design with personal storytelling. Centered around the Grid Jazz 9 silhouette, the collaboration reflects the ongoing narrative of balancing professional ambition with personal relationships — a recurring theme in Jae's previous work.
The Grid Jazz 9 arrives with a layered design featuring mixed mesh uppers, premium suede overlays, and custom detailing throughout. Embroidered graphics on the tongue and heel, along with bespoke sockliners, reflect both Jae Tips’ signature aesthetic and the deeper message of maintaining family ties amid a busy lifestyle.
In a nod to the collection’s core theme, a special children's edition of the Shadow 6000 is also included, reinforcing the importance of family and connection in Jae’s design ethos.
Building on the momentum of his past Saucony collaborations, “I Love You, But I’m Busy” is both a visual statement and a personal reflection — offering footwear that resonates with meaning as much as it does with style.
The Grid Jazz 9 arrives with a layered design featuring mixed mesh uppers, premium suede overlays, and custom detailing throughout. Embroidered graphics on the tongue and heel, along with bespoke sockliners, reflect both Jae Tips’ signature aesthetic and the deeper message of maintaining family ties amid a busy lifestyle.
In a nod to the collection’s core theme, a special children's edition of the Shadow 6000 is also included, reinforcing the importance of family and connection in Jae’s design ethos.
Building on the momentum of his past Saucony collaborations, “I Love You, But I’m Busy” is both a visual statement and a personal reflection — offering footwear that resonates with meaning as much as it does with style.
UA Echo £135
Under Armour takes a bold step into the lifestyle and streetwear space with the launch of the UA ECHO, a silhouette designed to bridge athletic performance and cultural expression. Departing from its traditional sports-focused image, the UA ECHO signals a shift in the brand’s identity — aligning with a new generation of athletes and style leaders who value versatility, self-expression, and impact.
The UA ECHO features a sculpted, futuristic design built with innovative materials that reflect Under Armour’s performance DNA. Its bold streetwear aesthetic is aimed squarely at Gen Z consumers who expect their footwear to deliver both in function and fashion.
Positioned at the intersection of sport, movement, and modern style, the UA ECHO marks a new chapter for Under Armour — one that speaks to cultural relevance as much as it does technical innovation.
The UA ECHO features a sculpted, futuristic design built with innovative materials that reflect Under Armour’s performance DNA. Its bold streetwear aesthetic is aimed squarely at Gen Z consumers who expect their footwear to deliver both in function and fashion.
Positioned at the intersection of sport, movement, and modern style, the UA ECHO marks a new chapter for Under Armour — one that speaks to cultural relevance as much as it does technical innovation.
Clarks x Needles £180
Clarks Originals and Japanese label NEEDLES come together for their first-ever collaboration, offering a fresh reinterpretation of the classic Wallabee silhouette. Officially released last Saturday, April 5, this special edition blends Clarks’ heritage craftsmanship with NEEDLES’ distinct visual identity.
While staying true to the Wallabee’s universally recognised form and comfort, the collaboration introduces a reworked strap design to enhance both fit and visual impact. Signature NEEDLES touches include a peace symbol-engraved buckle and a papillon motif embossed on the heel counter—subtle yet defining details that nod to the brand’s ethos.
The collection spans three silhouettes: low-cut, mid-cut, and a new high-cut version featuring a standout double-strap construction. Each model sits atop a VIBRAM MOLFLEX outsole, ensuring lightweight comfort and modern durability.
This release successfully fuses traditional Clarks styling with NEEDLES’ elevated streetwear sensibility, resulting in a unique crossover that appeals to fans of both functional footwear and design-driven fashion.
While staying true to the Wallabee’s universally recognised form and comfort, the collaboration introduces a reworked strap design to enhance both fit and visual impact. Signature NEEDLES touches include a peace symbol-engraved buckle and a papillon motif embossed on the heel counter—subtle yet defining details that nod to the brand’s ethos.
The collection spans three silhouettes: low-cut, mid-cut, and a new high-cut version featuring a standout double-strap construction. Each model sits atop a VIBRAM MOLFLEX outsole, ensuring lightweight comfort and modern durability.
This release successfully fuses traditional Clarks styling with NEEDLES’ elevated streetwear sensibility, resulting in a unique crossover that appeals to fans of both functional footwear and design-driven fashion.
Converse x Daily Paper £85
Converse partners with Amsterdam-based label Daily Paper for a limited-edition take on the Star Player 76, blending retro sport styling with African-inspired design elements.
This updated low-top silhouette features a canvas upper adorned with a distinctive multi-star logo, distressed detailing, and bold pan-African colour accents that reflect Daily Paper’s cultural roots.
Underfoot, a translucent outsole reveals subtle Daily Paper branding, adding a unique design layer to the archival model. The release also includes three sets of laces, along with co-branded touches on the sockliner and heel license plate for added authenticity.
Merging heritage and identity with timeless design, the Converse x Daily Paper Star Player 76 is a strong statement piece that pays homage to both classic sport and contemporary culture.
This updated low-top silhouette features a canvas upper adorned with a distinctive multi-star logo, distressed detailing, and bold pan-African colour accents that reflect Daily Paper’s cultural roots.
Underfoot, a translucent outsole reveals subtle Daily Paper branding, adding a unique design layer to the archival model. The release also includes three sets of laces, along with co-branded touches on the sockliner and heel license plate for added authenticity.
Merging heritage and identity with timeless design, the Converse x Daily Paper Star Player 76 is a strong statement piece that pays homage to both classic sport and contemporary culture.
Saucony Matrix £140
Originally designed in 1999, the Saucony Matrix was created to bridge the gap between performance and lifestyle—proving the brand could excel in both arenas. Combining forward-thinking design with Saucony’s technical expertise, the Matrix returns with a mix of modern materials, classic branding, and a clean silhouette that stands the test of time.
Engineered with advanced GRID technology, the shoe delivers enhanced comfort and support, making it suitable for all-day wear. The open mesh uppers promote excellent breathability, while reflective piping throughout the design ensures visibility in low-light conditions.
Balancing retro appeal with functional performance, the Matrix is a standout example of late-'90s innovation with lasting relevance in today’s sneaker landscape.
Engineered with advanced GRID technology, the shoe delivers enhanced comfort and support, making it suitable for all-day wear. The open mesh uppers promote excellent breathability, while reflective piping throughout the design ensures visibility in low-light conditions.
Balancing retro appeal with functional performance, the Matrix is a standout example of late-'90s innovation with lasting relevance in today’s sneaker landscape.
Crep Protect Spray £12.00
A staple for any serious sneakerhead, Crep Protect’s Rain & Stain Spray offers reliable, invisible protection for all styles and materials. This versatile formula creates an optically clear barrier that repels liquids, helping prevent stains and dirt build-up across a wide range of footwear.
Treated surfaces effectively bead water and other spills, allowing for quick clean-up with just a damp cloth. Whether you're protecting suede, leather, canvas, or mesh, the spray ensures your sneakers stay looking fresh with minimal effort.
Each application provides up to two weeks of durable coverage, making it an essential addition to any sneaker care routine. For collectors, enthusiasts, and everyday wearers alike, this is a must-have product for long-lasting sneaker protection without compromising style.
Treated surfaces effectively bead water and other spills, allowing for quick clean-up with just a damp cloth. Whether you're protecting suede, leather, canvas, or mesh, the spray ensures your sneakers stay looking fresh with minimal effort.
Each application provides up to two weeks of durable coverage, making it an essential addition to any sneaker care routine. For collectors, enthusiasts, and everyday wearers alike, this is a must-have product for long-lasting sneaker protection without compromising style.
