Nike Air Max Joga Bonito, Vans, and Off-White lead this month's new arrivals, spanning artist collaborations, Y2K runners, and heritage picks like the Samba.
Brendan FrederickSneakers
Sneakers trace their modern evolution to 1917 and the sneaker we now know as the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star, a basketball shoe with a rubber sole designed for performance on the court. The category gained monumental cultural significance with the 1985 launch of Nike’s Air Jordan 1, created in collaboration with Michael Jordan and featuring the iconic Wings logo and Nike Air cushioning technology. Other landmark models include Adidas’ 1970 release of the Superstar, notable for its rubber shell toe, and the 2012 debut of Nike’s Flyknit technology, which revolutionized lightweight, breathable uppers. Sneaker culture is driven by dedicated communities that follow high-profile drops like Travis Scott’s collaborations with Nike and the 2020 release of the Off-White x Air Jordan 4 “Sail.” Complex covers these moments extensively, highlighting the impact of limited-edition colorways and materials such as premium suede and reflective accents. Collectors often engage in resale markets on platforms like StockX and Goat, where scarcity and provenance define value, while customization artists like The Shoe Surgeon push the boundaries of sneaker design as wearable art.
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JLP responds to the store owners and sneakerheads who say that the game is over.
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JLP scans the shelves at Solestage LA in search of a classic from 2009 that he almost forgot.
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In anticipation of ComplexCon's 10th anniversary, JLP unboxes some classic releases from a big year in sneakers.
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Nigel Sylvester Pulls Back the Curtain on His Jordan 4 Collab in 'Brick After Brick' Doc
"I wanted to show the work, the energy, the team and the process that goes into bringing a shoe to life," the BMX star said of the film.
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Crep Protect’s ‘Leather Reviver’ Is Here To Refresh Your Tired Creps
Designed to bring faded, tired leather sneakers back to life with an easy-to-use, water-based formula and built-in sponge applicator.
James Keith6 days ago
KLEKT Gets Personal With New ‘Sole Stories’ Series
Jeff Staple is among the influential figures featured in Season 1 of KLEKT’s ‘Sole Stories’, hosted by renowned sneaker designer and collector Sean Wotherspoon.
James Keith19 days ago
Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble 'Greedy' Now Available on Complex
The 2015 mismatched mashup returns in the White and Medium Ash colorway.
Complex Staff20 days ago
Vans LX Old Skool 36 Pearlized 'Yacht Club' Is Available on Complex
The latest iteration of the Pearlized Old Skool features a nautical theme.
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Vans Just Dropped New Loafer Sneakers
Here's how to buy the Vans Skate Loafer now.
Victor Deng27 days ago
New Balance Unveils the 983 Lifestyle Sneaker
The New Balance 982 releases in October.
Victor Deng28 days ago
How to Buy the Anima Atomic RT and Mercury RT Sneakers on Complex
The eco-friendly Atomic RT and Mercury RT are available now.
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Jennie Launches Adidas Originals Collection Inspired by 'Softness and Restraint' of Ballet
The BLACKPINK vocalist celebrated 'adidas Originals by JENNIE' at a West Hollywood event just days before the collection's release.
Jaelani Turner-Williams31 days ago
Eminem's Sneaker Auction Raises $400,000 for the Marshall Mathers Foundation
The auction featured multiple rare sneakers, including the unreleased 'Slim Shady' Air Jordan 3 collaboration.
Joe Price32 days ago
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Post Archive Faction x On Cloudboom Volt Now Available on Complex
The collaborative sneaker is available in two colorways.
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Redesign Your Air Force 1 Lows With UNINVITED's Interchangeable Jewelry System
The proprietary system of interchangeable pieces allows you to add some flair to your sneakers.
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How to Buy Christian McCaffrey's New CMC Training Shoe
The While on Earth CMC training shoe is available now.
Victor Deng34 days ago
Adidas x Bad Bunny F50 Ghost Sprint Now Available on Complex
The latest collab from the Puerto Rican superstar and Adidas has landed on Complex.
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