As you all likely know, things can move pretty fast in the sneaker world. What’s popular one week is typically forgotten the next, with little time left over to focus on the details and really appreciate the releases. here at The Sole supplier we’re a self-confessed team of sneaker nerds, who really appreciate what’s written between the lines with every pair. For this brand-new series, we’re taking a look back into the archives and focusing on some of the most important releases from over the years.
October is a notoriously good month for sneaker releases and we were honestly hard-pushed to select just ten, as there were plenty of equally strong choices out there. So without further ado, read on to find out the best October releases ever and make sure to keep it locked in right here for your daily sneaker fix!
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Nike SB dunk High “Boba Fett” (2008)
While the roaring SB dunk hype of the early noughties had already died down by 2008, Nike’s dedicated skateboarding division were still pumping out heat releases monthly! October ‘08 saw the launch of the Nike SB dunk High “Boba Fett”. While not an official collaboration with the star Wars franchise, the colourway was clearly based on everyone’s favourite galactic bounty hunter. premium leather and suede panelling adorned the upper, with red Swooshes completing the look, making these a very attractive pair indeed! We wonder how successful these would be if they dropped during the current dunk hype resurgence?
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A-COLD-WALL* x Nike Air force 1 High (2017)
Back in 2017, Samuel Ross’ A-COLD-WALL* label was still up and coming in the fashion world, but the coolest kids on the block had already clocked onto the brand. In October 2017, Nike unveiled its first ever collaboration with ACW, with the duo working on an Air force 1 High. Showcasing an innovative lacing system, clear branding and a minimal aesthetic, it was the perfect collision between high fashion and sneaker culture. The pair released exclusively via a NikeLab x ACW pop up shop in London’s Shoreditch area, making this one of the most limited Nike releases in years.
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KAWS x Nike Air Max 90 twin pack (2008)
KAWS, aka Brian Donnelly, is one of the most respected names in the streetwear world. originally famed for street art, he has gone on to create hundreds of iconic vinyl toys and is also a pretty handy sneaker collaborator. In 2008 he joined forces with Nike to release a twin pack of Air Max 90’s (with the black colourway featuring a free sole, known as the AM90 Current). Both pairs featured volt-green accents and OriginalFake XX branding on the toe boxes and tongues. The pack was available exclusively at Nike’s retail locations at 21 Mercer Street, nyc and Montalban Theater, LA.
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Air Jordan 1 High OG Mocha (2020)
Let’s face it, plenty of us were left disappointed after taking an L on the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 “Mocha” back in 2019, however Nike had a plan. The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Mocha” showcased the exact same colour palette, offering a more accessible alternative than it’s collaborative predecessor. The pair officially launched in October 2020, although many SNKRS users received exclusive access in the months leading up to the launch. Whether you’re a Jordan fan or not, there’s no denying that these are an impeccably clean pair of sneakers!
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Nike MAG (2015)
Worn by Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) during Back to the Future II, the Nike MAGs have long since been a grail-status pair for anyone into sneakers. The self-lacing pair were originally just a concept designed by Tinker Hatfield, however on 21st October 2015 (the day that McFly travels to during the film), Nike actually released 89 pairs of the MAGs. users could purchase an unlimited amount of raffle tickets for just $10, with all donations going to the Michael J. Fox foundation to raise money for a Parkinson’s disease cure. since the draw, many pairs have been resold for incredible amounts of cash and they remain one of the most desirable pairs of all time.
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Travis Scott x Air Jordan 6 “Cactus Jack” (2019)
Continuing his journey to become the biggest sneaker collaborator in the world, Travis Scott and Jordan brand joined forces again back in 2019 to work on the Air Jordan 6. While it was always a popular model with Jordan fans, this collaboration propelled the AJ6 into mainstream sneaker culture once again. Travis applied his signature utilitarian aesthetic to the silhouette, with a military green colourway accentuated with red hits. stash pockets and limited-edition branding on the heels completed the premium feel of this collaborative project.
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Nike Roshe Run “Red October” (2015)
Rewind back to 2015 and you might just remember how popular the Nike Roshe Run was. designed by Nike employee Dylan Raasch, the Roshe wasIch war für einen vereinfachten, alltäglichen Sneaker gedacht und wurde von buddhistischen Gärten inspiriert. Im vergangenen Jahr hatte der Nike Air Yeezy 2 Red October ins Leben gerufen – mit dem Hype immer noch sehr vorhanden. Wie wäre es also mit einem dreifachen roten Roshe -Lauf? Dies war ein weiterer Genie -Marketing -Wechsel von der Marke Swoosh, wobei der „Red October“ Roshe Run 2015 einer der beliebtesten Sneaker war.
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Undercover X Nike ACG Revaderchi (2010)
Der Nike ACG Reverdachi wurde 1992 erstmals als Wanderoption aus dem beliebten Bedingungen für den Getriebe der Bedingungen eingeführt. Im Rahmen einer umfassenderen Zusammenarbeit entschied sich das japanische Streetwear-Label Undercover für die Nutzung der Reverdachi als kollaborative Plattform im Jahr 2010. Zwei Farben wurden mit gesprenkelten Sohlen und Neopren-Sockenlinern eingeführt. Interessanterweise machte diese Silhouette kürzlich erneut die Schlagzeilen, als bekannt wurde, dass sie einen bevorstehenden Undercover X Nike AF1 inspirierte.
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Air Jordan 5 “Bel-Air” (2013)
Der Air Jordan 5 „Bel-Air“ im Oktober 2013 ist von der Titelkarte der legendären Sitcom der 90er Jahre The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air inspiriert. Im Laufe der Show ist Will Smith zu sehen, wie einige der kultigsten Jordaner -Veröffentlichungen aller Zeiten erscheinen, sodass es nur für Jordanische Marke Sinn machte, die Serie mit ihrem eigenen Sneaker zu ehren. Premium -Materialien wurden durchgehend vorgestellt, um das ansprechende Farbschema weiter zu betonen.
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Nike Air Max 1 “Leopard” (2012)
Der Hype von Air Max 1 war 2012 immer wieder eine Sache, und Nike pumpte bis zu der Woche viele epische Farben aus. Eine Veröffentlichung, die vieler Sammler in den Sinn kommt, ist das erste „Leopard“ -Paket. Die Tätigkeiten der Premium -Wildleder wurden mit Tierdruck geschmückt, um ein Statement -Paar zu machen, das wirklich als Herzstück für jedes Outfit fungierte. Sowohl schwarze als auch graue Farben dieses exklusiven Pakets dieser Frauen wurden veröffentlicht und bleiben bis heute hochschüchternde AM1s.