Ava Rodriguez
Staff Writer
Ava specializes in sneaker news, retail strategy, and the intersection of fashion and value. She covers everything from limited drops to everyday lifestyle sneakers, always with an eye on price.
Articles by Ava Rodriguez
nonnative x Paraboot Briac Releases September 5
nonnative and Paraboot have joined forces once again, this time reviving the Briac—a deck-style moccasin that defined the 1990s and has recently reclaimed cultural relevance. Rendered in premium suede and anchored by Paraboot's signature JANNU sole, the collaboration arrives September 5 through nonnative.
September 5, 2026
PUMA MB.06 Arrives in Black/Gold as LaMelo Readies for Season
PUMA is rolling out the MB.06 in a restrained yet refined Black/Gold colorway as LaMelo Ball's signature line pivots toward more wearable aesthetics. The design pairs a black base with metallic gold detailing on tattoo-inspired graphics, marking a tonal shift from the saturated palettes that have defined the young guard's catalog.
September 4, 2026
New Balance 1890 Surfaces in Burgundy for Fall/Winter 2026
New Balance is expanding the 1890's growing color palette with a burgundy iteration that signals a shift toward moodier seasonal options. The silhouette—which pairs 80s-inspired uppers with 2002 tooling—arrives this fall at $190 retail.
September 4, 2026
Nike Air Max Plus x One Piece Gomu Gomu Releases Sept 25
Nike and One Piece have channeled the Gomu Gomu no Mi Devil Fruit into a limited Air Max Plus collaboration arriving September 25. The purple and green palette draws directly from the anime's recognizable mythology, with design details woven throughout the upper and packaging.
September 4, 2026
New Balance 991v1 Surfaces in Coffee Suede for Fall/Winter
New Balance is bringing back the 991v1 in a refined Coffee Suede colorway as part of its Made in UK Fall/Winter lineup. Crafted from premium pig suede with earthy tones and a white/black sole, the silhouette represents the brand's commitment to elevated, production-focused design outside the louder Made in USA collaborations.
September 4, 2026
Nike Air Rift x MoMA Releases Fall 2026
Nike and MoMA are revisiting their collaborative framework with a two-colorway Air Rift collection arriving in Fall 2026. The split-toe runner—a '90s silhouette with enduring cultural weight—receives museum-informed chromatic treatments that balance restraint with chromatic intensity.
September 4, 2026
A$AP Rocky x PUMA Manchester City Jersey Drops This Weekend
A$AP Rocky and PUMA have collaborated with Manchester City on a limited-edition jersey collection rooted in the rapper's 2026 album Don't Be Dumb. Two distinct designs—a retail longsleeve in black and archive gold, plus a players-only gift edition in sky blue—arrive ahead of Rocky's September 5 performance at Co-op Live.
September 4, 2026
Nike Air Diamond Turf 2 '49ers' Releases September 4
Nike is returning the Air Diamond Turf 2 to retail in its canonical '49ers' colorway on September 4, 2026. The cross-trainer, last seen in 2012, draws directly from Deion Sanders' singular but legendary stint with the Bay Area franchise, rendered in black and white leather with red and gold detailing throughout.
September 4, 2026
Jordan Spizike Low Arrives in Fauna Brown Suede
Jordan Brand is preparing a muted autumn iteration of the Spizike Low, arriving in Fall/Winter 2026 with a tonal brown suede construction. The earthy colorway layers multiple shades across the hybrid silhouette, anchored by black trim and executed in premium materials.
September 3, 2026
Nike Giannis Freak 8 Surfaces in Marble-Inspired Colorway
Nike is preparing a fresh colorway of the Giannis Freak 8 for Fall 2026, drawing aesthetic cues from Greek marble quarries. The 'Etched in Stone' edition renders the silhouette in cream and light grey tones, with stone-like veining texturing the upper, midsole, and heel counter.
September 3, 2026
Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 Releases Sept. 12
After months as a Friends and Family exclusive, Larry June's adidas Adistar Control 5 collaboration will finally reach public retail on September 12, 2026. The Bay Area rapper's take on the early-2000s runner features a layered grey and beige upper accented with green, orange, and red—a color palette that honors the silhouette's technical heritage while maintaining strong visual presence.
September 3, 2026
Nike Air Force 1 GORE-TEX Arrives in Baroque Brown
Nike is retrofitting the Air Force 1 Low for colder, wetter climates. The Fall/Winter 2026 'Baroque Brown' edition layers GORE-TEX into the leather upper and swaps the standard rubber outsole for Vibram's grip-focused compound, creating a silhouette built for seasonal durability.
September 3, 2026
Vans Old Skool Pearlized Marshmallow Releases October 2026
Vans is reissuing the Old Skool Pearlized "Marshmallow" on October 8, 2026, building on the design momentum that has driven the brand's recent cultural resurgence. This iteration amplifies the pearl and stone embellishments that defined the original ComplexCon debut, extending the sparkle across additional panels for a more maximalist execution.
September 3, 2026
Nike Vaporposite Pro PE Debuts for LSU Football
Nike has outfitted LSU Football with a custom Vaporposite Pro PE cleat, marking another iteration of the Swoosh's premium football footwear line. The performance engineered model represents the brand's continued focus on athlete-specific equipment tailored to collegiate programs.
September 3, 2026
Nike Air Force 1 Low Surfaces in Team Red Pony Hair
Nike is expanding its textured Air Force 1 Low offerings for Holiday 2026 with a Team Red pony hair iteration. The full monochromatic execution—hair coverage from toe to heel with matching sole—distinguishes it from earlier Orange and Atomic Violet releases in the series.
September 3, 2026
Nike Dunk Low 'Pink Spell' Releases Fall/Winter 2026
Nike is revisiting the women's pink Dunk Low trend with the arrival of the Dunk Low 'Pink Spell,' a women's-exclusive colorway slated for Fall/Winter 2026. The silhouette channels early 2020s aesthetics through patent leather construction and a refined black-and-white palette.
September 3, 2026
Saucony ProGrid Guide 7 Debuts Stan Birch Collab
Designer Stan Birch, known for his work under the Flou Customs banner, has partnered with Saucony for his inaugural collection with the brand. His interpretation of the ProGrid Guide 7 has already circulated through Fashion Week presentations, with a full retail release coming this month.
September 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama x Nike G.T. Cut 4 PE Releases November 2026
The Victor Wembanyama x Nike G.T. Cut 4 PE arrives in the 'NY vs NY' colorway on November 5, 2026, marking another chapter in the French athlete's collaborative design work with the Swoosh. Priced at $210, the performance-oriented build will be available through Nike.com and select retail partners.
September 2, 2026
Nike First Sight Mirage WMNS Releases September 2026
Nike extends its First Sight experimental series into women's footwear with the Mirage, a silhouette that channels football boot aesthetics into contemporary streetwear. The Light Crimson edition launches September 15, 2026.
September 2, 2026
Nike Air Max 95 Arrives in Pencil Point Colorway
The Nike Air Max 95 continues its moment with the arrival of 'Pencil Point,' a restrained dark grey offering that trades maximalism for tonal sophistication. The silhouette lands at Nike.com and select retailers at the standard $190 price point.
September 2, 2026