This week of sneaker releases is highlighted by the return of a fan-favorite Air Jordan IV colorway, brand new Adidas Yeezy, and a handful of collaborations to choose from.
The drops start on Wednesday with the return of the “Black Cat” Air Jordan IV for the first time since 2006 and individual releases of the Air Max 1 and Air Huarache from the “87 x 91” Nike DNA pack. On Friday, Nike ACG debuts the Air Terra Antarktik in three colorways, while Puma releases two colorways of the Future Rider in collaboration with Chinatown Market.
Releases wrap up on Saturday with two colorways of the Pigalle x Converse Chuck 70 Ox, “Chinese New Year” Kyrie 6, “NYC Chinatown” Air Max 1, a new colorways of the Air Jordan IX, and “Yeshaya” Yeezy Boost 350 V2s for the whole family.
Check out the highlights below and visit Complex Media for the full guide.
Air Jordan IV ‘Black Cat’
Price: $190
When: Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A personal favorite for many Air Jordan collectors despite its simplicity, the “Black Cat” Air Jordan IV returns for the first time since 2006. The all-black nubuck upper makes this an easy pair to immediately add to the weekly rotation.
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Nike Kyrie 6 ‘Chinese New Year’
Price: $140
When: Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Originally slated to launch last week, the “Chinese New Year” Kyrie 6 is hitting stores this Saturday. Its black upper is highlighted by colorful detailing including a blue heel counter, green liner, purple outsole tread, and yellow laces. The most eye-catching accent on the Year of the Mouse-inspired makeup is the multi-colored strap inspired by the folk-art tradition of Jianzhi (paper-cutting).
Air Jordan IX ‘Black/Smoke Grey’
Price: $190
When: Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Air Jordan IX returns this week in a “Space Jam”-esque colorway. The “Black/Smoke Grey” color scheme features a black suede upper, grey overlay, hiker boot-inspired lacing, and various Racer Blue branding hits throughout.
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Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 ‘Yeshaya’
Price: $220
When: Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com, Yeezy Supply, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Yeezy Boost 350 V2 returns this week in a familiar look dubbed the “Yeshaya” colorway. A multi-toned grey Primeknit upper is highlighted by a semi-translucent stripe running across the lateral side panel and a gum outsole. Like most 350 V2s these days, the pair will be available in sizes for the whole family.
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