Even those who have never been interested in the Pokémon TCG—or indeed, the Pokémon franchise in general—will recognize the iconic image of the Poké Ball. The red-and-white capsule that stores Pokémon is not only a symbol of the entire Pokémon franchise; its status as a “beginner’s item” conveys the idea of new beginnings in a […]
List of posts in March 2024
The Latest Rick Owens x Converse DRKSHDW TURBOWPN Mid Dons a “Cave” Makeup
Converse’s Weapon, a champion of ’80s basketball footwear, gets a radical makeover courtesy of quintessential avant-garde designer Rick Owens. His DRKSHDW label overhauls the silhouette as the TURBOWPN. After the release of the “Pelican/Black-Cloud Cream” colorway last October, Owens unveils this new “Cave” makeup. The TURBOWPN Mid features a tan tumbled leather upper, evoking the […]
The Venus Flytrap Inspires the CANOTWAIT_ X Crocs Classic Clog
Crocs and Chinese label, CANOTWAIT_, unveil their latest joint effort: A clog embodying their whimsical proclivities. The crossover takes inspiration from the former’s quintessential Classic Clog design and infuses it with CANOTWAIT_’s signature Venus flytrap motif. The base of the shoe is a cool white and green, accented with a splattered paint design. Vines, represented […]
April Fool’s Day’s Finest Creation? The adidas The Box Shoe
As April Fool’s Day approaches, the sneakersphere is abuzz with anticipation for the slick pranks their favorite brands are about to pull. It’s the one day a year that creativity in the wackiest sense is rewarded. Brands are able to get away—nay, get rewarded—for their ludicrous creations sans criticism. The more outlandish, the better on […]
[Pokémon TCG] Booster Box Mass Restocks on Pokémon Center Japan Website
[Update 1 Apr 2024] Pokémon Japan isn’t done yet! According to an article posted on PokéBeach.com, a reprint of the Ruler of the Black Flame [SV3] expansion set will accompany further expansion set restocks. This will take place in May 2024. Since 2021, Pokémon Japan has consistently claimed that an increase in Pokémon TCG production […]
[ONE PIECE Card Game] Starter Deck Release: 3D2Y [ST-14] (Release Date: 27 April 2024)
Most fans of One Piece generally agree that the point at which the series can be divided into two parts is what’s commonly referred to as the “timeskip”. The iconic scene that indicated this pivotal moment was when Luffy changed the text on his right arm from “3D” to “2Y”, meaning that he would once […]
The adidas Fear of God Athletics One Model “Clay Miami” Is Sleek and Sophisticated
A new addition to the Fear of God Athletics collaboration with adidas Basketball arrives just in time for Spring 2024. The One Model “Clay Miami” brings a fresh look to the lineup, joining the existing “Indiana University” and “Miami Hurricanes” colorways. This shoe seamlessly blends style and performance. The upper is crafted from premium knit […]
Snowboarding Prodigy Su Yiming Fronts His Own adidas Samba XLG
Following his masterclass on the slopes with his mindblowing 1980-degree spin, leading to his first Chinese World Cup snowboard podium finish, Chinese snowboarding prodigy Su Yiming translates his finesse on the slopes into the realm of footwear. Ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, the 20-year old teams up with adidas to design his own Samba […]
A Patriotic Twist: The adidas Crazy 8 “Philly” Rocks Red, White, and Blue
A classic gets a fresh update—the adidas Crazy 8 “Philly”. This high-top shoe pays homage to the Black Mamba’s roots, rocking a vibrant red, white, and blue colorway that screams Philadelphia. The iconic silhouette from Kobe’s early career returns—the Crazy 8, formerly the KB8. This time, it’s crafted in premium Red suede, accented with crisp […]
[ONE PIECE Card Game] Flagship Battle Prize Cards Selling at a Remarkable Pace
The hottest trends in the ONE PIECE Card Game right now are cards originally distributed as prizes for winners of Flagship Battle tournaments. Despite their lofty price tags, these cards have recently been outselling just about every other ONE PIECE Card Game card—and by a wide margin, too. For example, data taken from SNKRDUNK shows […]