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Welcome to SNX DLX, your weekly roundup of the best shoes on the internet. It’s a rare week where Adidas and Nike operate on equal footing. Generally in SNX, Nike dominates – with, at a minimum, five to six sneakers in our roundup. But this week they only landed four, with Adidas leading with three. It doesn’t seem like a big deal, but it looks a lot like Adidas’ version of Andre 3000’s iconic Source Awards speech. The three stripes have something to say!
New Balance takes the list to eight, with its latest collab, a dope iteration of the 990v3 made with Amsterdam streetwear staple Patta. Let’s dive into this week’s eight best sneakers and where to buy them!
Air Jordan 3 Women Black Gold
This week’s Black Gold Air Jordan 3 is giving off royal vibes. It combines classic Jordan 3 colors like Black, Cement Gray and Fire Red with shimmering Metallic Gold accents, presenting itself as a kind of special commemorative Jordan. Is it the sneaker’s birthday? Is it linked to a particular collaboration? No, it’s just a regular Thursday at Nike where they continue to release super fresh colorways in exclusive women’s sizes week in and week out.
Our favorite detail is the sailcloth midsole. We always love a sail midsole!
The Women’s Air Jordan 3 Black Gold is set to release October 6 at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $200. Get a pair via the Nike SNKRS App or alternate sites like GOAT.
Converse x A-COLD-WALL collection
It’s not easy to redesign a classic like the Chuck 70. This sneaker looks great as is, preferably in the classic black and white colorway, but a few labels have managed to take on the sneaker and turn it into something that looks new. Off-White by Virgil Abloh was one such brand, the other is A-COLD-WALL by Samuel Ross.
Featuring reflective detailing and a smoke translucent midsole, the A-COLD-WALL collection comes in two colorways – Washed Black and Off White – with alphanumeric branding and a futuristic aesthetic.
The Converse x A-COLD Wall Collection is set to release on October 6 at 7:00 a.m. PST for a retail price of $110. Get a pair via the Nike SNKRS app.
Adidas Campus 80 South Park Towel
The Towel is back! First released last year on 4/20 (obviously), this beloved Campus 80 release is getting a re-release this week, just in time for your Towelie Halloween costume. Featuring a terrycloth upper with leather lining, a rubber outsole, and a handy tongue stash pocket, the Towelie sports graphic eyes on the tongue (a bloodshot red pair, l other white Visine) with the famous Towelie quotes on the inner tongue and drops in a special commemorative box designed by Southpark.
This is dope, very bad pun.
The Adidas Campus 80 South Park Towelie is set to release October 6 at 7:00 a.m. PST for a retail price of $100. Get a pair via the Adidas app CONFIRMED.
Adidas Mahomes 1 Black Panther Impact FLX
Adidas is releasing four Black Panther-related sneakers and as cool as they all are, we don’t have room for all four, so we’ll just highlight the best two, starting with the Mahomes 1.
Featuring a full-textured upper in Stealth Black with Gold metallic accents and what Adidas calls “Tribe Purple” to the outsole, the Mahomes 1 Black Panther sports a football coach-inspired design and is partially crafted from of recycled content from the Adidas cutting room. floor. It sits on a plush BOOST midsole for ultimate comfort.
The Adidas Mahomes 1 Black Panther Impact FLX is set to release on October 7th at 12:00 AM PST for a retail price of $140. Get a pair via the Adidas app CONFIRMED.
Adidas Marvel Black Panther Ultra 4D
Although sneaker trends have evolved slightly, the Adidas Ultra 4D is still one of the brand’s best looking and most comfortable sneakers and this new Black Panther inspired redesign is the coolest sneaker the sneaker has seen since. one moment.
Featuring a Primeknit upper and that signature 4D midsole, the Ultra features a grippy rubber outsole suitable for all terrains and weighs just 12.4 ounces (size 9), making it the one of the lightest running sneakers on the market.
The Adidas Marvel Black Panther Ultra 4D is set to release on October 7 at 12:00 AM PST for a retail price of $220. Get a pair via the Adidas app CONFIRMED.
New Balance x Patta MADE in USA 990v3
This week, New Balance teams up with beloved Amsterdam streetwear brand Patta for a fresh take on the 990v3. The 990v3 from Patta features a pig suede and mesh upper in soft olive tones with bright green detailing, a speckled ABZORB midsole, reflective detailing and Patta branding to the heel. The design was apparently inspired by trees, which of course I assume are green. Regardless, it looks dope anyway!
The New Balance x Patta MADE IN USA 990v3 is set to release on October 7 at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $219.99. Get a pair at New balance.
Nike Air Jordan 3 Archaeo Brown
If you’re complaining internally about the super sleek Black Gold Jordan 3 only dropping in women’s sizing, stop, because people with larger feet are also getting their own Jordan 3. Dubbed the Archaeo Brown, this AJ -3 combines premium leather and textured details in a tan, brown and yellow colourway that gives off an autumnal vibe.
Not fall enough? This sneaker also sports a plush fleece collar lining. It may not be as sleek and luxurious as the Black Gold, but the details are so precise that they make up for it.
The Nike Air Jordan 3 Archaeo Brown is set to release October 8 at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $210. Get a pair via the Nike SNKRS app.
Nike Dunk Low Argon
The Argon, with its multi-hued blue colorway, looks dope, that’s undeniable. But it’s not just any blue Dunk, this color is downright legendary. Originally released as a highly sought after Japanese exclusive, the Argon is finally getting a US release!
The Argon features a smooth leather upper with a plush collar and a wraparound swoosh with White accents. This is probably the best Dunk to come out of the year.
The Nike Dunk Low Argon is set to release on October 8 at 7:00 a.m. PST for a retail price of $130. Get a pair via the Nike SNKRS App or alternate sites like GOAT and Flight club.
