The Air Jordan 8 “Aqua” Makes a Splash in This Week’s Best Footwear Drops

Over the past week, sports enthusiasts have been treated to thrilling action, from Wimbledon to the MLB All-Star Week. Meanwhile, it seems the sneaker world never takes a break, with 10 highly anticipated releases from brands like adidas, HOKA, Camper, Nike, and Jordan Brand set for this week. But first, let’s take a moment to review the headlines that captured our attention over the past seven days.

Nike Basketball showcased a special event within their SNKRS Showcase series, unveiling approximately 20 upcoming product launches from the company. Moreover, they presented the official debuts for the GT Future and Sabrina 3 performance shoes. Additionally, Patta revealed its own Air Max Dn8 model coming soon. The Jordan Brand hinted at the return of the “Banned” Air Jordan 1 as a low-top next summer. Lastly, we got an early peek at the supposed Paris Saint-Germain x Air Jordan 5 “Off Noir.

Last week, Adidas saw two of its musical collaborators create a stir. Bad Bunny showcased his Puerto Rico-inspired “Gazelle City Series,” which included three vibrant colorways for the Gazelle Indoor. Meanwhile, Clipse, in the midst of their new album release, unveiled a collaborative Samba design that was eventually launched through exclusive early access.

Elsewhere, Salehe Bembury shared exciting news about his Crocs Pollex Juniper “F&F Tree Camo,” which he had teased more than a year ago and is now set to drop. The Demon Slayer franchise also announced a new addition to its footwear lineup, introducing a Shinobu-inspired Classic Clog in its Crocs collection.

To wrap up the week, two new signature shoes were introduced: the Reebok Angel Reese 1 and Under Armour Curry Fox 2.

After you’ve gotten fully caught up on the events of the last week, let’s take a peek at what lies ahead. To start, we have the debut of an enhanced version of the adidas Climacool. Over the next 10 releases, be sure to check out HBX for styles that are currently available for purchase.

adidas Climacool Laced “Off-White”

Launch Date: July 15
Launch Price: $160 USD
Where to Purchase: adidas
Why You Might Want to Buy: Last year, adidas expanded its line of 3D-printed shoes with the introduction of the Climacool sneaker. Each pair takes approximately 24 hours to produce and showcases an intricate lattice structure. A “Off-White” version was recently released, and now adidas is set to unveil the lace-up variant, known as the Climacool Laced. The shoe features a black mesh tongue with matching laces, providing a more adaptable fit for the primarily cream-colored sneaker.

MAAP x HOKA Tecton X2

Launch Date: July 15
Launch Price: $230 USD
Where to Purchase: HOKA
Why You Might Want to Buy: This week, HOKA and MAAP have teamed up to bring you the cycling-focused Tecton X2 shoe. The standout feature is the incorporation of HOKA’s popular Tecton X 2 sole, which boasts a parallel carbon plate. Dressed in “Limeade,” this shoe showcases a synthetic upper that blends beige, slate gray, neon green, and collegiate green. It also includes reflective elements, hot melt overlays, and splatter paint details to complete the collaborative design.

ISSEY MIYAKE x Camper Peu Form

Launch Date: July 16
Retail Price: Ranging from $400 USD to $530 USD
Where Can I Purchase: ISSEY MIYAKE and Camper stores
Why You Might Want to Buy: ISSEY MIYAKE has collaborated with Camper to reinvent the Peu series, introducing two new Peu Form shoes. Designed by Satoshi Kondo, the Peu Form comes in both boot and slip-on designs. The boots are available in monochromatic shades of blue and black, while the low-top style is offered in red and white. Each design features a single material that effortlessly wraps around the foot. The slip-on model also includes a collapsible heel, which can be folded down to convert it into a mule.

Nike LeBron 21 “Prime ’93”

Launch Date: July 17
Launch Price: $210 USD
Where to Purchase: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: Last year, LeBron James and Nike Basketball combined forces to create the LeBron 21, which incorporated two of Deion Sanders’ Nike sneakers. The Air DT Max ’96-inspired LeBron 21 Prime dropped in April, and now this week, the LeBron 21 Prime ’93 is being released. This sneaker takes inspiration from the Air Diamond Turf 93, as evidenced by its red, white, and black colorway that pays homage to the Atlanta Falcons. The redesigned upper features a midfoot strap and “Primetime” branding at the tongue.

Arts-Rec x Nike SB Dunk Low & SB Air Trainer 1

Launch Date: July 18
Purchase Price: Ranging from $135 USD to $140 USD
Where to Find: Arts-Rec is the vendor
Why You Might Want to Buy: San Diego’s sneaker and skate store, Arts-Rec, collaborates with Nike on two exciting releases: the SB Dunk Low and a revival of the SB Air Trainer 1. The designs boast luxurious color schemes, such as textured Swooshes, vibrant pops of pink and black, and patterns reminiscent of animal prints. The SB Dunk Low showcases bold orange and green accents, while the SB Air Trainer 1 showcases rust orange and wine red.

Air Jordan 3 “Starfish”

Launch Date: July 18
Launch Price: $205 USD
Where to Purchase: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Shattered Backboard” is set for a comeback next month, but before that happens, another colorway inspired by Michael Jordan’s iconic shattering of a backboard in Italy is being released. This time it’s an exclusive women’s edition of the Air Jordan 3 called “Starfish”. It boasts a canvas and suede upper in beige with pops of bright orange for a unique, eye-catching look.

Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Total Orange”

Launch Date: July 18
Purchase Price: $190 USD
Where to Get Them: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: To honor the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), Nike Basketball has launched a new “Total Orange” colorway of the Kobe 6 Protro. This color scheme is reminiscent of Kobe Bryant’s affinity for the league, as it features his signature orange hue all over the shoe. The sneaker also highlights “Metallic Silver” on its Swooshes and tongue branding, while the outsole boasts a translucent finish.

INVINCIBLE x ASICS’ GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 “HTTP 404”

Launch Date: July 19
Launch Price: $200 USD
Where to Purchase: HBX and ASICS stores
Why You Might Want to Buy: If you missed the global launch of the INVINCIBLE x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 “HTTP 404” last week, you’re in for a second chance! One of the two deconstructed pairs will be available again this week. The shoe features enlarged branding and loose threads, with a fresh combination of silver, white, and blue. Look out for INVINCIBLE references on the lateral stitched tag and the left shoe’s sockliner.

adidas Anthony Edwards 1 Low “Preloved Lime”

Launch Date: July 19
Launch Price: $110 USD
Where to Purchase: adidas
Reasons to Acquire: The partnership between Anthony Edwards and adidas Basketball is preparing for the release of their second signature shoe. This week, the Adidas Anthony Edwards 1 Low unveils a fresh look in “Preloved Lime.” The vibrant green color saturates the Boost-backed sole unit, the lower portion of the upper, and the outline of the shoe’s distinctive black TPU wing.

Air Jordan 8 “Aqua”

Launch Date: July 19th
Launch Price: $215 USD
Where to Purchase: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: The Jordan Brand is bringing back a classic from 1993, the Air Jordan 8 “Aqua”, which was famously worn by Michael Jordan during that year’s NBA All-Star Game. This shoe features a blend of nubuck, textile, and synthetic leather in its construction, with black and gray accents. The distinctive color combination of blue and purple can be found on the midsole, mudguard, and tongue tag.

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