Customizer: Nike iD x Vagrant Sneaker “Colors Around NYC” PT. 2 of 3


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The Nike iD that dawns the color-way I designed with NIke iD through a video chat has finally arrived. I’ll be out this weekend shooting them in the place where I got the inspiration from. This was a lot of fun to do and the colors will not be as obvious as you may think. For now, here’s the photo I posted on my Instagram…

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le coq sportif x Footpatrol Éclat “Macaron Edition”


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After some unforeseen troubles with the Saucony collaboration, Footpatrol moves forward with their next calendar collab release for 2013. Working with Le Coq Sportif Eclat for a second time, TeamFB draws inspiration from the very popular desert, Macaron. They focused on three specific colors from the meringue-based confection to create the eye pleasing make-up you see above. Just like the premium and elegant Macaron, this edition of the Eclat is dressed in lush pigskin suede embodied by a perforated toe box top, tongue and side paneling. Smooth satin accompanies the pigskin for the ankle lining and you’ ll see hints of gold and black throughout the silhouette with some 3M placement on the shoe; Even the laces get laced with an accent. To top off the make-up a soft and comfy gum-out-sole completes this catchy color-way that makes the Eclat look absolutely stunning. This one will be a definite must have shoe release for 2013, and without a doubt, one of the better collaborations for 2013 in my book. Unfortunately, we only get one photo to tell the story for the inspiration, but honestly, this photo says it all. Well done Footpartol, well done. More info in the coming days as the launch of the shoe will be June 1st, 2013.

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Customizer: Nike Roshe Run iD “Urban Volt”


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Photography By Angel Gonzalez/Vagrant Sneaker ©2013

After a month of waiting for my Nike Roshe Run iD’s, I can finally share 1 of 2 color-way designs I put together. Before I talk about the design inspiration, I have to say that the quality of the product is as good as I would have hoped it to be. Just good Ol’ Roshe in it’s pure form of mesh and foam. True Roshe Run fans wouldn’t want it it any other way. It’s one of the reasons this shoe is so popular and has spawned consumers everywhere. Right down to brothers, sisters and even mom and pops. To add more fuel to that fire, Nike came out with the Nike iD version of the shoe that has seen a lot of love from many fans. Including two orders from me…

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Coming Soon: Reebok Classic Leather x Solebox “Sturnella Militaris”


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Solebox is back with their next collaboration for 2013 and it’s an interesting one to say the least. As part of the Reebok Classic Leather 30th anniversary Solebox was one of the few chosen to participate in the history making; We seen a few of these collabs throughout 2013 and so far they’ve all been real good. To add to that history, Solebox took the Reebok Classic and added their own touch of history. They designed the color-way of the shoe with their trademark color-blocking. For those in the dark that have no clue what I’m talking about, Solebox were the creators of the colored toe and dark upper design. A color blocking we see many brands and shoe customizers copy and use today. So what better way to make a statement and also take inspiration from a bird called the Sturnella Militaris to create a great looking shoe. One made from premium materials that include leather, suede, oiled nubuck and 3M reflective…

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Available: Braggadocios NY “CROWN”


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Photography By Angel Gonzalez/Vagrant Sneaker ©2013

A few days ago I posted a video from new brand Braggadocios and their first product release, the above ‘Homme’ cap. For those wanting a better view of the quality cap you can now see a bunch of photos in this post,  as well as being able to make a purchase of the hat at the newly launched site right now. Head over to braggadociousny.com now if interested in picking up 1 of only 40 limited ‘Homme’ snapbacks…

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Video: Braggadocios NY “CROWN”


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Coming from the streets of New York City, up and coming brand Braggadocios hits the menswear scene with their first product. A clean black snapback with the French word “HOMME” finely stitched in white raised 3D embroidery. But, what sets this hat apart from the pack is an interesting detail in the form of a zipper that resides in the back of the cap. It comes from the company LAMPO which supplies to other high fashion brands like Prada, Chanel, Gucci Celine, etc. For me, it’s something new and different that needs to be seen to understand…

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Mitch Feinberg On His Boston Magazine Marathon Tribute Cover


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April 15th 2013 has forever been embedded in our heads as the day of the tragic Boston Marathon bombing. To pay tribute to the city and honor those caught in the chaotic event, Boston Magazine hired Mitch Feinberg to create the photograph above. Yes, those are the shoes in the heart shape that belonged to some of the people that ran the traditional yearly (117th) event when the bombing occurred. The magazine reached out to the runners and asked if they could donate their shoes to tell the story for the cover above and consequently, the back of the magazine. Receiving about 120 pairs in total, the project for this important photograph began…

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Podcast: SDMR Podcast – New Balance


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If you’ve been following the SDMR Podcast, then you have heard this episode already. For those that haven’t, you are in for a treat if you’re a fan of New Balance. In this episode of SDMR (Sneaker Design, Media, and Retail) you get to hear from your host Jacques Slade aka KUSTOO, with partners Brett Golliff, and Clyde Edwards talk about New Balance. It’s a great podcast with loads of information for old and new NB fans. Hear about NB’s beginnings, shoe models, trends, and current progress. It’s informative and will definitely teach you a lot about the Boston company. You can listen to the episode in its entirety at the site or subscribe to it on iTunes to listen to on the go. Nice job guys and thanks to Cylde for the shout out.

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Vagrant Sneaker For New Balance Fall 2013


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Back in February, I announced that I was working on a photo campaign for New Balance. The project consists of 30 shoes from multiple collections for Fall 2013. I’m thrilled to announce that they are done and have been sent to New Balance for release. You can expect the photos to start popping up something in July from what I was last told. For those asking about the New Balance Excellent Makers video featuring yours truly, that should be out around the same time as the photos. I look forward to hearing feedback, negative and positive, on what you see and hope you enjoy the photos as much as you will enjoy the shoes themselves. to ti ên einai

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Release INFO: ASICS x Ronnie Fieg “New York City” & “Miami Beach”


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And here they are. With the announcement of  ECP yesterday, some may have been wondering when the photos for the two major highlights of the collection were coming. I’m talking about the two ASICS inspired by team colors from Miami Beach and New York City. A sort of nod to hometown fans of each state, that will bring out the pride in all of them for the cities they love. Made from quality materials this ASICS ECP pack from Ronnie Fieg is one of his best efforts since his Salmon Toes. At least in my eyes. The simple idea behind these is what sets them apart from his past color-way creations he’s pumped out in the last two years. You’ll see staple accents that he’s known for and even spring forward a couple of new ones to step up the quality. One of those is the microperf nubuck on the “Miami Beach” make-up. Think of it as his signature pigskin perforated toe-box, but on nubuck. The other is implementing a sewn-in memory foam footbed for both pairs. If anyone has any shoes with memory foam, than you understand how much nicer the shoes feel when you walk in them. For those that never experienced memory foam, think Dr. Scholls. You can also expect both flat and round laces to be included, as well as matching pairs of invisible socks created by Stance exclusively for these shoes…

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