TOP SNEAKER RELEASES WEEK 40

The Air Jordan 11 ‘Rare Air’ brings a breath of fresh air to the iconic series and features a bold colour scheme. White leather meets a high-gloss royal blue patent leather mudguard, while red details on the logo and eyelets catch the eye. A sail midsole and slightly yellowed outsole round off the design. The sneaker will be released on 1 October 2025 for €220.

The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low ‘Court Purple’, also known as ‘Forever Purple’, combines Lakers heritage with a lifestyle classic. The upper comes in a snakeskin look and bold purple, while the embroidered numbers “8” and ‘24’ on the heels honour Kobe's legacy. A silver dubrae engraved with ‘Forever’ completes the look. Release is on 1 October 2025 for €130 at Nike and selected retailers.

The Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot combines sneaker design with high-tech recovery, delivering warmth and dynamic Normatec compression directly to the feet and ankles. Three heat settings (44–52 °C) and three compression levels (50–210 mmHg) can be controlled via a button or app. The battery-powered boots run for up to 1.5 hours, charge via USB-C and come in a clean black/grey look. They will be released on 2 October 2025 for €750.

The Anthony Edwards 2 ‘Core Black/Zero Metallic/Lucid Red’ offers the perfect blend of performance and style. With its scorpion-like TPU structure on the heel and forefoot, it provides stability and an aggressive look. Black mesh and leather meet red details on the outsole and branding, emphasising its sporty character. The sneaker is lightweight, stable and optimised for explosive movements. It will be available on 4 October 2025 for €130 at adidas and selected retailers.

Despite declining hype, the Air Jordan 1 remains a classic. While earlier colourways such as the ‘Shattered Backboard’ were once highly sought after, current releases are often easier to obtain and even cheaper on the resale market. This is good news for loyal fans. The new version features a high-quality all-leather upper with a light ‘Sail’ base, metallic details and muted colour accents. Visually, it is reminiscent of models such as the AJ1 ‘Bordeaux’ or CO.JP ‘Midnight Navy’. The sneaker will drop on 4 October 2025 for 190 €.