Author: Bradley Martinez
As of recent, Jordan Brand have been focusing a lot on one of the classic Jordan silhouettes in the AJ6. As for its 30th anniversary, the inevitable retros, OGs and collaborative efforts are expected with the likes of Travis Scott, Carmines and recently the Electric Green.
In addition, Jumpman have been casting their attention to more women’s based exclusive releases such as the Air Jordan 3 x A Ma Maniere as well as having style icon Alaeli May in their roster – who has also had her own iteration of the AJ6.
For SS16, the latest release in the AJ6 line is the ‘Barely Rose’ silhouette. Also dubbed ‘Gold Hoops’, this version is inspired by gold earrings as well as a potential ode to hooped jewellery MJ was known for wearing. The upper is constructed in a white tumbled leather throughout with hits in barely rose on the midsole, heel tab and tongue. Translucent white for the outsole and signature perforations for breathability along the upper. The standout aesthetic are the 3 gold hoops on the shroud with an added gold Jumpman trinket and lace toggle.
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A few years ago, the world of fashion began to look towards the trail/outdoor world for inspiration, focusing on technical fits and materials for their latest designs but when it came to footwear, there was clearly one winner and that was Salomon. Use to being seen on the trails and mountains around the world, Salomon were becoming a focus at runways being seen on the feet of many attendees.
At their core, Salomon are a brand who’s reputation is built deep within competition. After originally founding themselves with Skiing, they very quickly expanded and became pioneers for technological breakthroughs and have been pushing their innovations ever since to the point where they’re a leading brand within the world of trail running.
As always, Salomon continue to develop their XT-4 ADV silhouette which is a firm favourite with us at Footpatrol. The ease of the shoe with its quick lacing system and full-length Agile Chassis™ System (ACS) makes it provide a perfect blend of stability and cushioning.
When the 2002R was reintroduced to the market, it came with a flurry of collaborations and in-line colour ways that sent the sneaker community into melt down. Thisisneverthat and fdmtl x coststore both brought their own takes to the silhouette but another stand out collaboration was with Salehe Bembury.
The first of his collaborations saw Bembury bring his new found love for the outdoors with a trail inspired iteration that featured unique materials and a colour palette inspired by the colours of the Antelope Canyon’s making this one of the most eye catching collaborations of 2020.
Continuing this love of the outdoors, the duo return once again however this time, they’re following the flow of the river through with a collaboration dubbed ‘Water be the Guide’.
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The gift that keeps on giving… The Air Jordan 1 has had an impressive couple of years and thankfully, we are continuing to see retros, new colour ways and collaborations continue on the famed silhouette.
Since it’s introduction over 35 years ago, the Air Jordan 1 moved from the court to dominating the streetwear scene and is a main stay within many collectors cementing itself within sneaker history and to honour this journey, Jordan Brand revisit the ‘Neutral Grey’ colour way.
Recently launched as part of the ’85 line up which saw the Air Jordan 1 Retro High 85 ‘Neutral Grey’, we now have the addition of a Low. Featuring the same super simple, yet instantly approachable colour blocking of ‘White’ and ‘Neutral Grey’, this AJ1 Low is a must, don’t you agree?
Take a closer look below and make sure to get your entries in for your chance of purchasing and adding to your collection!
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A couple of weeks ago, London paid host to its first ever ‘London Gallery Weekend’. This saw the coming together of around 130 leading galleries within the heart of London come together to offer a free to attend, annual event that celebrates culture and creativity within our diverse city. This gave serial gallery attenders and newcomers alike all come together to take in some of this culture whilst learning about some of the biggest artists.
One of those events that stood out to us was just around the corner from Footpatrol’s home in Soho. Tucked away on Dover Street sits Thaddaeus Ropac Ely House gallery where for the first time, an exhibition of new works was being shown by someone everyone in the sneaker community has come to know… Tom Sachs.
Aside from his very much sought after Nike collaborations, Tom Sachs is and always is a sculptor before anything else. Working with sculptures, Tom Sachs work has placed him into a unique position within contemporary sculptures that pay inspiration to a host of subcultures, especially corner shops that are situated throughout the globe with each offering such diversity within the modern city life.
Building these everyday objects, Tom Sachs utilises the use of everyday materials including plywood, cardboard, resin, tape and paint instantly building a contrast to the eye. The sculptures, often left exposed bear traces of their making, becoming reflections on the creation of value and human labour.
Take a look below at the exhibition and make sure to head over to Thaddaeus Ropac to find out more about how you can visit the exhibition.
The YEEZY 450, the first YEEZY model to be made in Germany features a unique design language with an industry-leading technology that uses advanced automated manufacturing throughout the production process. The one-piece premium knit and sock-like construction provides an adaptable fit with exceptional comfort. Meanwhile, a soft PU injected midsole compound offers high performance rebound and cushioning to deliver an innovative, one-of-a-kind aesthetic.
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When you think of a golden era for skateboarding and sportswear, you instantly think of the 90’s as being one of these periods so to celebrate this, Puma have teamed up with Australian skate brand ‘Butter Goods’ to bring a nostalgia driven collaboration that centres itself around the ‘Basket Vintage’.
Known for their graphic elements and bold colours, Butter Goods strip things back to basics and place more of a focus on typical 90’s vintage fabrics and colour way’s found from this period. With this said, this collaborative ‘Basket Vintage’ has been rethought with an upper constructed from a thick corduroy that’s coated in a deliciously buttery like cream upper. With just dual branding featuring on the tongue, branding is kept to a tasteful minimum.
The Butter Goods x Puma Basket Vintage is now available in-store and online. Click here to shop!
When it comes to the Nike Dunk, sometimes the more simplistic the colour way is, the better and this could be said for this latest iteration.
Much like the WMNS only release earlier in the year dubbed ‘Coast’, this latest version features the classic use of colour blocking we’ve come to know with the Dunk since its debut back in 1985 with a host of ‘University Blue’ and ‘White’ covering the entire upper of this Dunk.
With no signs of this Dunk resurgence slowing down, take a look at this latest iteration below and make sure to get your entry in to our online raffle for your chance to purchase!
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Covid and lockdowns have been something all of us have had to deal with and work our ways through, whether it be finding new hobbies, exercising more or even working from home. It’s taken its toll and it’s safe to say that we look forward to the days when we can get back to normal!
Some industries have had to work on producing all sorts of new ideas and facets to continue to keep themselves going. With all the hardship many have had to endure, we wanted to create a project based around a place that many of us at Footpatrol hold close to our hearts and also the home of Footpatrol. Being based in Berwick Street, we have always been proud to be a part of this famous street and for our latest own brand project we want to introduce to you the Berwick Street Market Collection.
Being around for 250 years, we wanted to put together a project that showcases the longevity this market has had and help encourage people to head down and support the small local businesses that find themselves based there. From all your milk and fruit needs, all the way to middle eastern and far east asian cuisine you are spoilt for choice with the selection there is to offer. But who better to share their stories, than some of the locals and market stall owners of Berwick Street!
The collection features a puff printed t-shirt and hoodie hosting an original image of Berwick Street Market during the 1968 across the whole collection. The hoodie also features an embroidered quote ‘Soho Since Forever’ placed along the front. Launching on the 24th June, the Berwick Street Market collection will be available to buy in store and online.
Pitstop
Footpatrol: Could you tell us a bit about who you are and what you do?
Pitstop: My name is Carol, I started this stall in 2008 with a small trailer and gradually grew into this big gazebo making Pan Asian food. People tend to come ask for whatever they want, allergies or preferences and we just try to cater for those people.
FP: How long have you been based in Berwick Street and how important is the market to the area?
Pitstop: I’ve been here for 13 years ever since we started. I came here in 1990 from Malaysia and started when my daughter was born in 2008. It’s a smaller capital to invest into, kind of like a restaurant but with better hours. I am a big community person, we used to go to a community center on Brewer Street which has closed down now, we have always tried to give a helping hand. I love to cook and love to see people enjoy the food as well. Gradually our menu is getting slightly bigger and bigger!
FP: Why is visiting and supporting the market after lockdown important for the community?
Pitstop: I started this business to try and get a bit more flexibility and give myself some off days. Berwick Street is close to home and if that wasn’t the case I’m not sure I would have been able to do it. Our trade depends on the workers from the area and passers by and with Covid that has reduced traffic in the area a lot. Hopefully more people will be able to make it over here, we are also trying to change our containers to help also reduce single use plastic!
Fruit Stall
Footpatrol: Could you tell us a bit about who you are and what you do?
Fruit Stall: We are your local Berwick Street Fruit Vendor!
FP: How long have you been based in Berwick Street and how important is the market to the area?
Fruit Stall: I have been here for 28 years but the stall and business has been here for around 55 years in Berwick street.
FP: Why is visiting and supporting the market after lockdown important for the community?
Fruit Stall: We get a lot of office workers from the area getting fruit boxes and all sorts, same goes for the community, locals, restaurants, bars you name it. It’s important for us for people to come by, 3 words – WE NEED YOU! Bring people back to the market!
So High Soho
Footpatrol: Could you tell us a bit about who you are and what you do?
So High Soho: My name is Anna Boil, I am a founder member of So High Soho with a lady called Marsha and that was nearly 28 years ago. We started as a hippy head shop kind of thing and evolved into more about what he had come from which was the festival scene.
FP: How long have you been based in Berwick Street and how important is the market to the area?
So High Soho: So the store has been here for 28 years as I mentioned but Marsha used to run a stall in the market which I used to work at. When we started the shop there were friends backing us and I was the partner because I had a moped at the time! The street used to be full of wholesalers up the road, many of which wouldn’t deal or speak to the public. So we have managed to build up a little archaeology of bits here, coming from the market, relationships with wholesalers, material shops and also record shops! With that we saw a relationship between the music, artists, costumiers and this really interesting bit in between. That’s what Berwick Street means to me, it’s that overlapping of different generations from you guys and the trainer scene to traditional aspects that are here in the bricks & mortar where people meet. We just hope that as people create new traditions it keeps us all alive! People may walk down and what they pick up is a umami of the street which they may not know what it is yet but should come down and find out!
FP: Why is visiting and supporting the market after lockdown important for the community?
So High Soho: For us it is an always alive place, where people are always responding to what people’s interests and values are. That is why we still have people like the guys at the Fruit Stall, many have closed but this one still stands! The shops have the people that are making the shops, it’s not disconnected here, we are really connected to the people who started the businesses. Next door for example we just had a new vintage shop open with 2 guys who have had a shop before and try out something new for them, which I am so glad they have been given access to do so! Fortunately there are little bits that are continuing to grow and I think that will only be dependent on more people visiting the area. It’s a shared space that we have here and we can’t share it without people visiting.
The Jerk Drum
Footpatrol: Could you tell us a bit about who you are and what you do?
The Jerk Drum: We are the Jerk Drum and we specialise in the best Jerk Chicken in London, simple as that!
FP: How long have you been based in Berwick Street and how important is the market to the area?
The Jerk Drum: We have been here since 2019 but the market has been here since 1778 so it’s incredibly important. Markets are the hub of any town center. When you go on holiday in that town, that city usually has a market. What more is there to say! Markets are like the salt of the town, where the real people are around and bearing in mind we have only been here since 2019 it is a family round here, everyone is nice, everyone has each other’s backs so it’s nice to be a part of it.
FP: Why is visiting and supporting the market after lockdown important for the community?
The Jerk Drum: Small businesses have been hurt the most, big businesses have all sorts of clever people that can help them refinance and things. With small businesses though, we don’t have so much luxuries, so much network that some people do. We just want and need people to come down and buy good produce that we have put a lot of love and care into and help keep the economy running.
After reuniting with adidas as their kit maker, they’ve often made the effort to look back on Arsenals past and remember some of their highlights, this can be seen in last seasons away kit that paid tribute to the iconic bruised banana kit.
This time around, adidas and Arsenal look back to the 1971 double-winning team and its 50th anniversary with a celebration of the kit the team wore in the 1971 FA Cup Final when a certain Charlie George scored the winner against rivals Liverpool.
Filled with golden details throughout, the 3-Stripes are detailed with that special year with the club crest decorating the sock liner and not forgetting the famous canon that sits upon the heel.
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