Last Wednesday, Radio Rose invited us into the studio to keep her company while she recorded one of her upcoming interweb radio programs, “Girl’s Town” for Children of Da Curb and PNC Radio. The studio is in DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), and had a stupendous view. I even finally got to see the NYC Waterfalls by Olafur Eliasson - so exciting! Recording the show was lots of silly fun - it was a full on dance party with tons of old school freestyle or as Rose calls it, Puerto Rican R&B with lots of 80s dance tunes thrown in for good measure. The show won’t go live for a few weeks but we’ll let you know when it launches - stay tuned! Many thanks to Rose for inviting M.I.S.S.! Check out more pics and some video of the dance party after the jump . . .
We recently had the pleasure of hearing Ben Kuchler, Reebok’s Lifestyle Design Director, talk about some of Reebok’s newest releases including two new styles for women - the Vollee and the Courtee. Both styles are made from lasts (shoe molds) for women. This may not seem like a big deal but it is. Rather than just using the men’s last and sizing them down, Reebok has taken into consideration the unique contours of the female foot to develop these new silhouettes. Both styles are part of the “My Generation” Collection, sneakers designed for women that embrace the brand’s heritage while incorporating trendy, street elements.
The Courtee (pictured below right) is based on a traditional basketball silhouette and is available in many color ways. A mid Courtee style is set for release later in the year in time for holiday. The Vollee (pictured below right) may seem a bit familiar to you. That’s because it’s based off of the ever-popular freestyle with design elements borrowed from the Freestyle including the strap velcro band, the out-sole and mid-sole, and the quilted ankle details. The Vollee will also be available in many color ways.
Pictured above from left to right: Volleee, Courtee. This solid gold color way releases in November 2008. Pictures of more color ways after the jump.
During Ben’s talk, we also got a glimpse of some men’s product - see below for some stuff we know the boys will like. The thing is, I like the boys stuff way better. I’m a high-top girl to begin with but I also find the color combinations more refreshing, wearable and relevant. What do you guys think? Am I crazy? We sat down with Ben for an exclusive Q & A about the differences in design between the men’s and the women’s shoes. We’d love to hear YOUR input so please comment on this post with your thoughts! Check out the exclusive Q & A M.I.S.S. had with the designer and more pics of the women’s Courtee & Vollee after the jump!
Pictured above: Top row Pump Omni Lite, Bottom Row Sir Jam Mid.
This fall, Reebok will be dropping a black and white based music themed set of the iconic Freestyle sneaker, inspired by the vibrant styles seen in the hip-hop and punk scenes. The sneakers will retail for $69.99 and will be released on 10/1 so keep your eyes peeled if you like what you see! Check out the black version of the Punk sneaker after the jump. (more…)
Ladies! The super limited Reebok Reebok x Maeda Emoretion that we’ve been telling you about is available for sale today, exclusively at RBKCustom.com, and they are going FAST! Only 100 Pairs are for sale in this country! You can watch the countdown as they disappear, so act fast if you want em!
Sarah of Colette let loose a sneak peak of a shoe that Colette & MOB are doing with Reebok. It looks like a Freestyle with a jelly soul and the MOB kiss on the bottom. The shoe is set to release in April - we’ll keep you updated with more news as we get it!
We’d previously posted the upcoming release on the Reebok Freestyle X Maeda Emoretion limited edition sneaker, and I’m back with some more info for you. Just so you know, John Maeda is an accomplished graphic designer, computer scientist and president of the presitgious Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). The shoe was inspired by “Law 7 - Emotion” in Professor Maeda’s book The Laws of Simplicity. Here’s what he has to say about his inspiration and purpose behind this design:
I think the design of this classic sneaker is definitely a good look, it’s colors feminine and bold with a touch of adventure. I’d totally wear these on a my next trip into outer space. So keep your eyes and ears open for this limited drop. I will try to find out which stores will be carrying it to keep you guys in the know. In the meantime, you can ooh and ahh at some more up close pics after the jump (more…)
Can’t stop, won’t stop giving props to those doing attractive and creative things in the ladies sneaker game, so here’s a little video that ought to give you guys a broader idea of the inspiration behind and connected to the Reebok Freestyle World Tour collection, and it’s embassadors.
I also mentioned in my last post about the Freestyle World Tour that it was a footwear and apparel collection, but I didn’t show you any of the apparel. The collection will consist of tees, sweats, track jackets, and at least one bag, and the pieces will retail ranging in price from $28 - $75. So enough with the talky-talk, here we go with some pictures direct from Reebok, and some that I shot at the event.
London Track Jacket (more…)
Thursday night, Reebok invited M.I.S.S. Crew to the launch event for their latest and greatest campaign for the iconic woman’s Freestyle sneaker, The Freestyle World Tour. This collection is an apparel and footwear line inspired by six of the world’s most glamorous and fashion forward cities, and represented by six rising star celebrities who embody the “freestyle” mentality: Tokyo by dancer Ai Yasuda, Madrid by singer/model Bimba Bose, London by DJ Nikki Beatnik, Paris by singer Yelle, New Delhi by actress Sagarika Ghatge, and New York by actress Sheetal Sheth.
London - Paris
Tokyo - New York
New Delhi - Madrid
The party was held in an amazing house/former sausage factory which I immediately recognized as the residence of the Real World 10: Back To New York season. I wonder if the essence of Coral and The Miz lingers! Caught some cool celeb sightings on the red carpet and wandering around the party, like Gossip Girl’s Blake Lively, Leighton Meester and Jessica Szhor, as well as Lil’ Kim, Amy Smart, Christina Milian and Vanessa Minillo. Check out some video, and hear what the celebs have to say here.
The Freestyle World Tour Collection sneakers will all retail for $85 and are dropping in the following order: Feb - Tokyo - Out now!! March - Paris
May - New Delhi
July - Madrid
September - London
November - New York
Check the interactive microsite for more images and information here.
After the jump, more pics of the lovely brand embassadors and the event.
Most of the big sneaker brands have followed Nike’s lead as far as releasing holiday themed kicks is concerned. Puma is getting in on the action and has released two Valentine’s Day themed sneakers for the ladies, the full-grain leather and suede motorsport inspired Espera, and the suede upper court heritage Flipper. Both sneakers retail for $65, and are available right now at Puma.com.
Reebok has also released two hearty heart day sneakers this year. A classic Freestyle, and the first release of the women’s Pro Legacy Low, available now at Major DC.
High Snobiety reports that Reebok has released an international-only Valentine’s Day Freestyle, that is available at Caliroots. This shoe might be an international-only release now, but it certainly was not LAST YEAR when it dropped here in the US. Yeah, I caught them. On sale for $29.99. At V.I.M. I have eyes everywhere. Oops.
