Author: Bradley Martinez
Based in London, Robi Walters has caught the public eye over the last decade with his vision and transformation of discarded objects creating new leases of life in lovingly pieced together collages. He has produced pieces for people such as Usain Bolt, Major Lazer’s Diplo, Jillioniare and has even collaborated with Mary J. Blige and Sir Paul McCartney.
Long time Footpatrol friend and Soho neighbour – Robi Walters’ gallery & studio space is found within the heart of Soho. We first met Robi in 2015 when he moved opposite the Footpatrol Store on Berwick Street before he later moved round the corner to Ingestre Place where his gallery now resides. Upholding the Soho community spirit we felt that this was a good reason to work alongside Robi to produce our latest Communi-T instalment.
For the t-shirt, Robi has hand-drawn one of his signature sketches, based on sacred geometry and the thousand petalled lotus. These drawings feature in a series of his work called ‘We Are Stardust’. All of Robi’s pieces are named after songs. This particular title is taken from the lyrics of a well-loved Joni Mitchell song, ‘Woodstock’.
Music has always been a huge influence on Robi and his artwork. To celebrate the launch of this project and the return of live music, we’re featuring a performance by IG Culture and his band LCSM (Likwid Continual Space Motion) – a live stream session in Robi’s studio curated by Leanne Wright. Robi will also be giving us insight into how the project began and the design concept and as well as talking about the charitable side of this campaign as we partner with London youth charity ‘Grow’. The proceeds from this release will be going towards expanding their excellent programming from their community farm, forest school and the work they do in schools to promote mental and physical well being and a more hands-on relationship with the natural world.
It wouldn’t be a special project though if there wasn’t a seriously exclusive element to this one-of-a-kind launch. As an addition to the tees designed by Robi, he has also hand-painted a series of 1of 5 custom Footpatrol T-shirts and 5 pairs of Converse that will be available for raffle live on Robi’s site soon! Four of the Converse and four of the T-shirts will be available via a raffle on Robi’s website (tickets will be £10 and £5 respectively with proceeds going to ‘Grow’ charity), make sure to check it out on the link below. Whilst Robi has also put together a special bundle consisting of a pair of the Converse, a T-shirt and a hand signed, hand painted piece which is currently up for auction with proceeds from all sales, going to ‘Grow’.
To check out the raffle, CLICK HERE!
To view the auction, CLICK HERE!
The Air Jordan 1 OG High is the gift that keeps on giving. What seems to be everybody’s favourite Jordan silhouette at current, the Air Jordan 1 doesn’t seem to be slowing down.
A model that has seen a slew of different colourways, OG retros and collaborations over the years, they demand for them is still high. The latest release is a testament to that.
The latest iteration of the ‘Court Purple’ line was first released in 1985 as part of the ‘Metallic Pack’ – a host of subtle coloured AJ1’s with a hit of metallic hues released in both high and low’s at the time. Then in 2009, Jordan Brand retro’d the pair in a mid cut version adding the Jumpman on the heel and tongue tab. Now 12 years later, consumers and collectors see the return in OG form and in women’s exclusive sizing.
Dressed in a clean white tumbled leather, purple hits are featured on the Swoosh and ankle collar – the latter in patent leather. Further purple details are on the satin lining for a luxury take, tongue tab, midsole and on the wings logo.
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To enter, you’re required to sign up via the above forms, these WON’T be available in-store to sign up on.
In-store winners will be contacted via email informing them of their win. Within this email, winners will be given a set of dates in which they must collect their win from our London store. To collect, you will need to provide the winning email and a valid photographic government ID matching the winners name. NO ONE can collect on the winners behalf. Failure to provide this, or failure to collect within the given dates will mean failure to purchase your win.
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
After the release of several women’s exclusive releases on the Nike Dunk silhouette, Nike doesn’t seem to be slowing down on that front.
This latest release is reminiscent of the Nike Dunk Low ‘Orange Pearl’ that launched in mid-March with similar hues, however, the forthcoming pair indulges in a smooth leather construction across its upper, with bases boasting an off-white ensemble. Crimson Tint overlays take up this version with signature collar wings, Nike branding on the tongue and white midsole to complete the model in time for the summer season.
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RAFFLE CLOSED!
To enter, you’re required to sign up via the above forms, these WON’T be available in-store to sign up on.
In-store winners will be contacted via email informing them of their win. Within this email, winners will be given a set of dates in which they must collect their win from our London store. To collect, you will need to provide the winning email and a valid photographic government ID matching the winners name. NO ONE can collect on the winners behalf. Failure to provide this, or failure to collect within the given dates will mean failure to purchase your win.
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
The YEEZY BOOST 700 Enflame Amber features an upper composed of full-grain leather and suede overlays that offer a premium finish, soft hand feel, along with a supportive and durable wear. A mesh upper provides lightweight breathability and comfort where it is needed while reflective material on the heel adds unique design cues and visual interest. The TPU midsole features a stonewash effect that creates a distinctive look, making no two pairs alike. A BOOST drop-in midsole offers the ultimate underfoot cushioning experience.
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RAFFLE CLOSED!
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
Frequent collaborators, sacai and Nike return once again to reimagine one their iconic silhouettes. Whenever Chitose Abe and sacai approach a collaboration, there is a distinct need to create something new and exciting whilst also paying respect the heritage that comes with the chosen silhouette.
Though we’ve seen the duo use the Blazer silhouette in previous collaborations, Chitose Abe brings a new approach by slicing the top off to reimagine a Blazer Low that features a leather upper with exposed foam liners. This latest coming together keeps the best of those previous iterations with sacai’s signature design touches like the stacked swooshes, tongues and double lacing.
Take a closer look at the two colour ways below and make sure to get your entries in for your chance to purchase!
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THE BELOW!
RAFFLES CLOSED!
To enter, you’re required to sign up via the above forms, these WON’T be available in-store to sign up on.
In-store winners will be contacted via email informing them of their win. Within this email, winners will be given a set of dates in which they must collect their win from our London store. To collect, you will need to provide the winning email and a valid photographic government ID matching the winners name. NO ONE can collect on the winners behalf. Failure to provide this, or failure to collect within the given dates will mean failure to purchase your win.
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
The Yeezy Boost 700 MNVN ‘Bright Cyan’ features an upper composed of lightweight polyester with no-sew overlays offering enhanced breathability, flexibility and comfort.
No-tie bungee laces allows for easy on and off wear whilst reflective material throughout specific areas of the model brings a unique design cue and visual interest. The full length drop-in BOOST midsole provides the ultimate underfoot cushioning experience whilst the PU midsole adds comfort and durability.
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THE BELOW!
RAFFLE CLOSED!
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
The Yeezy 500 Taupe Light features an upper composed of full-grain leather and suede overlays that offer a premium finish, soft hand feel, along with a supportive and durable wear. Mesh upper provides lightweight breathability and comfort where it is needed, while reflective piping details add unique design cues and visual interest. A rubber wrap along the midsole provides support and abrasion resistance. The Adiprene+ cushioning absorbs impact and optimizes rebound while a light rubber outsole provides traction.
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THE BELOW!
RAFFLE CLOSED!
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
The return of the dunk continues! This time around, Nike return with two new colour ways exclusively for the women. Featuring both a low and a high, the two colour way options couldn’t be any further apart.
On the one hand, the Low, you have a bright vibrant burst of ‘Laser Orange’ that dominates the upper sitting against the traditional stark white base. Then you have the High, the High takes things back to the more simplistic approach. After launching earlier in the year in a Low, the High takes on a monochrome approach of utilising just a black and white combination.
Take a closer look at this pairing below and make sure to get your entires in however, remember that you can only apply for ONE colour!
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YOU MAY ONLY APPLY FOR ONE COLOUR WAY! MULTIPLE ENTRIES WILL BE CANCELLED!
RAFFLE CLOSED!
To enter, you’re required to sign up via the above forms, these WON’T be available in-store to sign up on.
In-store winners will be contacted via email informing them of their win. Within this email, winners will be given a set of dates in which they must collect their win from our London store. To collect, you will need to provide the winning email and a valid photographic government ID matching the winners name. NO ONE can collect on the winners behalf. Failure to provide this, or failure to collect within the given dates will mean failure to purchase your win.
The YZY Foam Runner ‘Mineral Blue’ features injected EVA Foam to provide lightweight durability. This model is made using algae harvesting technology that helps to keep lakes clean. The soft top layer in the footbed offers immediate step in comfort.
The strategically mapped vents around the foot provide air flow and breathability. Additionally, the YZY Foam Runner will usher in a new box construction that requires less material, which leads to less cardboard material waste.
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RAFFLE CLOSED!
To sign up to the Online raffle, you will be prompted to complete a pre-authorisation payment of the retail price of the product plus shipping costs. This will be held until raffle completion. Those successful will have their raffle win posted out to the address entered during sign up. Those unsuccessful will see a return of their funds, this can take up to 5 working days from when the winners have been drawn. The raffle is limited to one entry per household! Multiple entries will be cancelled!
Ever since 1982, the Nike Air Force 1 has been a staple within the Nike from basketball to lifestyle and pop culture. Seen as one of the all-time silhouettes, the Air Force 1 low and high have be subjected to countless updated iterations, whether that be retros, new colourways, collaborations, PE’s to a complete overhaul, the AF1 is continues to be a canvas for new ideas.
The up and coming release is a testament to that with a 2 pair launch. Referencing the name-tag ensemble, one pair is dressed in a predominantly white premium leather, with black outline around the patent Swoosh as well as “HELLO” on the heel. For an added pop of colour, red detailing is used on the outsole, lining and heel tab but a standout feature is above the midsole which wraps around the shoe.
The second pair dons a more subtle approach with an almost monochrome aesthetic in all black. The Swoosh features a patent black look along with a white outline. Further white detailing is seen on the “HELLO” displayed on the heel just like its counterpart, on the midsole and branding. Moreover, both pairs utilize the hello tag on the tongue and insole.
Look out for more information on the Nike Air Force 1 ‘Hello’ coming soon to Footpatrol!
