{"id":403125,"date":"2014-09-09T11:50:44","date_gmt":"2014-09-09T16:50:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/?p=403125"},"modified":"2022-09-15T10:33:33","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T15:33:33","slug":"nyfw-highlighting-designer-collaborations-with-major-sneaker-brands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/nyfw-highlighting-designer-collaborations-with-major-sneaker-brands\/","title":{"rendered":"NYFW: Highlighting Designer Collaborations with Major Sneaker Brands"},"content":{"rendered":"

Collaboration is a wonderful thing. Sure, in the realms of sneakers and hip-hop it can feel like a tired sales tactic, but at its origin it’s all about bringing two worlds together to create a piece of art or perspective that could not be achieved individually.<\/p>\n

In the midst of New York Fashion Week<\/strong>, it’s apparent that many designers are not only inspired sneakers, but have become household names in our community via their collaborative work with sportswear companies. Today, we highlight by footwear brand some of the companies, houses and creatives that have teamed up for sneaker releases.<\/p>\n

adidas<\/h2>\n Jeremy Scott x adidas Tiger (2014)\n Raf Simons x adidas Ozweego 2 (2014) (photo via The Good Will Out<\/a>)\n Rick Owens x adidas Runner (2014) (photo via High Snobiety<\/a>)\n adidas Y-3 Qasa Shell (2014) (photo via Kith<\/a>)\n Opening Ceremony x adidas Crazy 8 (2013)\n Mark McNairy x adidas Originals “McNasty” Collection (2013) (photo via High Snobiety<\/a>)\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Jeremy Scott, Raf Simons, Rick Owens, Y-3, Opening Ceremony, Mark McNairy, United Arrows<\/p>\n

In the last few years, adidas has established itself as a leader in the fashion x footwear collab game. From the playful work of Jeremy Scott to the edgy updates from Rick Owens, the Three Stripes cover a lot of ground on the runway. Longtime partner Y-3 along with capsule creators Opening Ceremony and Mark McNairy all offer something different, while Kanye West looks to join Raf Simons and others\u00a0on the brand’s release resume later this year.<\/p>\n

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Nike<\/h2>\n A.P.C. x Nike Collection (2013)\n photo by Tenisufki via Hypebeast<\/a>\n Pigalle x Nike Air Force 1 (2014)\n Pendleton x Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski (2013)\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Comme des Garcons, Riccardo Tisci, A.P.C., Pigalle, Pendleton<\/p>\n

In 2014, Nike has gained considerable ground in the land of high fashion footwear collabs. The Riccardo Tisci x Nike Air Force 1 line has proved a hit, while A.P.C. has long worked with the athletic titans, dropping clean takes on classic silos. In addition, Pigalle is making noise with basketball centric collections, bringing a Parisian aesthetic to the hardwood and blacktop.<\/p>\n

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Vans<\/h2>\n Marc Jacobs x Vans Vault Sk8-Hi LX (2005)\n
\"Kenzo
Kenzo x Vans Era (2012)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Taka Hayashi x Pendleton x Vans Vault Sk8-Hi (2010)\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Marc Jacobs, Kenzo, Taka Hayashi, Pendleton, Opening Ceremony<\/p>\n

Hip-hop fans remember the mixtape Weezy namedropping Vans and Marc Jacobs together back when he was burning up the blogs. The Off the Wall company has never been fond of building up any barriers between skateboarding and fashion, teaming up with MJ, Kenzo and of course Taka over the years.<\/p>\n

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Greats<\/h2>\n Lardini x GREATS Wooster Pack\n Orley x GREATS Royale\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Lardini, Orley<\/p>\n

Brand on the rise, GREATS is set to team up with Lardini and Orley. Low profile silos take well to the high quality upper updates, offering a clean canvas for collaborations.<\/p>\n

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New Balance<\/h2>\n J.Crew x New Balance Made in USA M998 “Independence Day” (2014) (photo by J.Crew<\/a>)\n
\"United
United Arrows x New Balance 1500 (2012)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> J.Crew, United Arrows<\/p>\n

From the USA to Japan, New Balance knows how to maintain their clean cut image and top notch materials while branching out just enough. J.Crew collabs have proved well received, while United Arrows do-ups have proved hard to get.<\/p>\n

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PUMA<\/h2>\n Alexander McQueen x Puma Joustesse Mid Wedge (2013) (photo by Kin Kwan)\n
\"Hussein
Hussein Chalayan x PUMA Urban Swift (2012) (photo via High Snobiety<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Alexander McQueen, Hussein Chalayan<\/p>\n

Often edgy, PUMA has used designer collaborations to appeal to a wide array of wearers. Teaming up with the late, great Alexander McQueen has yielded many collections while their work with Hussein Chalayan is sure to turn heads.<\/p>\n

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Converse<\/h2>\n John Varvatos for Converse Chuck Taylor Collection (2013)\n Maison Martin Margiela x Converse Collection (2014)\n COMME des GAR\u00c7ONS x Converse Pro Leather (2014)\n
\"Missoni
Missoni For Converse Chuck Taylor (2011)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n United Arrows x Converse All Star Pack (2014) (photo by United Arrows<\/a> via Freshness<\/a>)\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> John Varvatos, Maison Martin Margiela, Comme des Garcons, Missoni, United Arrows<\/p>\n

The classic silhouettes, amount of acclaim and heritage bred by Converse has made the sport\/lifestyle brand an easy collaborator for high fashion houses. John Varvatos has been doing his thing with the star studded company for years, bringing rock star status and top tier materials to timeless models. This year’s Maison Martin Margiela collab proved you can teach an old dog new tricks, while pairings with Comme des Garcons and Missoni seem to hit every time.<\/p>\n

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Reebok<\/h2>\n Steven Alan x Reebok Insta Pump Fury (2014) photo via Packer Shoes<\/a>\n
\"United
United Arrows x Reebok Insta Pump Fury (2011) (photo via Cluster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Steven Alan, United Arrows<\/p>\n

Reebok is best known these days for their archival aerobic and basketball kicks. Nevertheless, they still dip their toes in the high fashion pond from time to time. Steven Alan and United Arrows collaborations on the Insta Pump Fury find the loud runner muted to just the right volume for everyday wear.<\/p>\n

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Pro Keds<\/h2>\n
\"Mark
Mark McNairy for PRO-Keds Royal CVO (2010) (photos via Union)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Mark McNairy<\/p>\n

Years before McNairy was making Killa Cam a caped crusader, he was getting down with PRO-Keds in the most #menswear of manners.<\/p>\n

K-Swiss<\/h2>\n Billy Reid x K-Swiss (2014) photo via Esquire<\/a>\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Billy Reid<\/p>\n

K-SWISS doesn’t get a lot of collector cache mainly because they’ve kept it so classic. Updating staple silos with help from Billy Reid has helped the tennis shoe titans remain true to their roots while adding just enough flair and pizzazz.<\/p>\n

Jordan Brand<\/h2>\n Public School x Air Jordan 1 (2014) (photo via High Snobiety<\/a>\/WWD<\/a>)\n

Designer Collaborators:<\/strong> Public School<\/p>\n

Michael Jordan may not be attending any NYFW events, but trust that Russell Westbrook is. The polished PG was sitting courtside at the Public School show, hopefully get an alley-oop on this limited to 50 pairs collab.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Collaboration is a wonderful thing. Sure, in the realms of sneakers and hip-hop it can feel like a tired sales tactic, but at its origin it’s all about bringing two worlds together to create a piece of art or perspective that could not be achieved individually.<\/p>\n

In the midst of New York Fashion Week, it’s apparent that many designers are not only inspired sneakers, but have become household names in our community via their collaborative work with sportswear companies. 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