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TheShoeGame does it again… deep look inside @Mayor’s Closet

a MAYOR collage - TheShoeGame visits Mayor closet

(and when I say closet, I mean room… with a security code!)

The Shoe Game is more than just a blog, its a freakin phenom of all blogs. If I wanted my blog to, one day, become the TechCrunch of all sneaker/shoe blogs, they are beating me too it LOL

If you visit The Shoe Game, you know that there is a nice community of people who comment on there and support the site and its all out of the ATL.

Now they bring us (with the help of Mayor, of course) a video of Mayor’s sneaker stash (which I am sad to say, does not include ANY shoes) and it is AWESOME.

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LeBron Goes Back To Ohio… as a Miami Heat player

ah geez guys - LeBron VS Clevland

(here we go…)

Oh it is SOOOOOO on right now!!! (and of course I’m going to miss it due to a work schedule change) The buzz tonight is going to be pretty intense and I can’t WAIT to see what the sneakernets is going to say about what happened during and after the game.

And it looks like Clevlane Ohio has something in store for their fallen King when he arrives. YOU gotta check this out:

Cavs Chants x Laugh at LeBron
The official “Chant Sheet” for 12.2.10
Throughout the game:
Whenever LeBron is introduced, laugh as loud as you can
Introductions;
Wade – Boo
Bosh- Boo
Arroyo – Boo
Z – (We’d encourage Cheering)
LeBron – Laugh as loud as you can
12:00-6:00 1st Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
NO-Ring-King (To the beat of “Lets-Go-Cavs”)
6:00-0:00 1st Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
Ak-Ron Hates-You (Clap, Clap, ClapClapClap)
12:00-6:00 2nd Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
Wit-Nessed Noth-Ing (Clap, Clap, ClapClapClap)
6:00-0:00 2nd Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
Sideeeee-Kick Sideeee-Kick (No Claps, derisive singing)
Start of Third Quarter:
To the tune of “My Country Tis of Thee”
Our King he betrayed Thee
Couldn’t play any ‘D’
He has no RING!
Playoffs He Barely Tried
Embarrassed Akron’s Pride
No Doubt he really lied
He HAS NO RING!
(Repeat as Necessary)
12:00-6:00 3rd Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
Scott-ie Pip-pen (Clap, Clap, ClapClapClap) Apologies to Pip
6:00-0:00 3rd Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
Traiiii-tor Traiiii-tor (No Claps, Derisive Singing)
12:00-6:00 4th Quarter
Whenever LeBron has the ball or is at the free throw line the
chant is:
De-Lon-Te! De-Lon-Te! (To the beat of “Lets-Go-Cavs”)
6:00-0:00 4th Quarter
Throughout the last half of the Fourth Quarter:
Cleve-land Rocks!
Cleve-land Rocks!

SOURCE: News From The Hardwood

WTF???

So who’s going to win tonight? Will Lebron’s new 8′s feel the heat? What about those other 2 or more players he plays with that I can’t quite remember there names right now think after the game? Will their kicks feel the “heat’ as well?

Does Nike and adidas bring out the lawyers? LMAO tune in at 7:30 to find out. More on this tomorrow! its gonna be a riot.

 


On Sale: Guess Women’s Faux Fur Obelize Boot

Guess Women's Faux Fur Obelize Boot - collage

(faux fur… so PETA won’t come after you)

These look pretty hot (even though the one review they have on Amazon.com is 1 out of 5 stars) and I am sorta sure you will like them.

 

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But can you rock them? Do you know how? Will men take a look and say, “HELLO?”

If you want them, you can get them here on AMAZON.


Selfridges – Worlds Largest Shoe Department Store Opens

Selfridges 2 - collage

(old news but hey, its still worth noting)

Looks like the ladies get all the attention. If only guys can have something like this… but would guys even go if there was one?

So anyway, the store is open, and has been open for s while. Check out the quote from Lifestyle @ Yahoo:

Measuring approximately 35,000 sq ft, the department is the largest project Selfridges has ever undertaken. It contains six salons and 11 boutiques or ‘themed apartments’ that have been uniquely crafted to reflect each brand – Chanel’s is a reflection of Coco Chanel’s apartment in Paris, while Jimmy Choo’s is adorned with hand-painted gold foil wallpaper.

Europe has all the fun I guess.


DAMN those Reverse Denim Bespokes is nice!!!

Mayor and Bespoke REVERSE Denim

(totally worth the time and bucks to make it)

Its got style, its smooth, not too flashy but will easily be notice. That is what I like about good design. These are the best  pair of Bespokes I have seen in a while.

And there is a video too???

Oh and did anybody notice those “Air 2 The Throne” boxes in the back? Hmmmmm….

 

 


On Sale: Converse Chuck Taylor Hi Roll Down at Finishline

Converse Chuck Taylor Hi Roll Down - collage

(not your average Converse)

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Ladies you in luck if you want a casual kick that represents classic while doing a litle something for your “future look”.

I mean a super hi-top that rolls down isn’t new, but its looks new enough here. Its for that fresh look when everybody else has the same thing on.

On sale ONLY online at Finishline, so check them out HERE.


What If? Twitter X Adidas Originals Superstar | By Gerry Mckay

Twitter x adidas Originals Superstar  By Gerry Mckay - 03

(not bad… not bad at all)

First seen at Freshness.com, the Twitter x adidas collabo would be a welcome look for those who like to tweet and like kicks (especially adidas classics).

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These are NOT on sale yet (before people start sending me emails about it) but just an idea created by Gerry McKay (who has also has some other ideas you should check out HERE.)


Super Sale: Mega Softcell BHM at Finishline

adidas Mega Softcell BHM

(man, I spent too much time making that collage)

Wanting to try on a pair of kicks that actually look like they have some kick to them? Then give these a try. It’s a little odd looking if you ask me but they do have some kind of air of strength and would probably look good on a small foot (12′ + may look like boats).

Reguardless of my more interesting opinions, the big news is that you can get them at $30 bucks off.

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Those other colorways seem yucky though (and there ARE some really interesting colorways)… oh well, you can’t go wrong with $64.99

Currently at Finishline.com


Paris Seems To Like Her Joan & David Flipp

(and the comedy commences…)

 

I guess the guys at Joan and David must feel proud cause Paris Hilton wore their shoes while doing community service.

High heel shoes in the muck doing community service is what people do when they can afford it. I mean, you have to wear something and where do you shop? I guess where she goes to shop, the best pair use are these.

Nice.

How much? On Piperlime they cost $200 bucks. You can check them out RIGHT HERE if ya want to (how did I know it was these shoes? cause the DailyMail said so)


Kim Kardashian and Skechers… time to Shape Up that butt

(Kardashian x Skechers… omg)

Ok, seriously????? LMAO (no pun intended if you caught the connection) why did they do this? Don’t know if this was a good move, but make no mistake, work out sneakers are in right now and Skechers Shape Ups is somewhere on the top.

And yes, I know people who wear these (even BOOT versions) and swears by them.

Do they work? I don’t know and I am NOT going to find out personally by wearing them either.

The price isn’t too bad though if you are into these and on top of that, some of them have nice colorways. You want take a look at these, click RIGHT HERE for them.

More info HERE


Limited Edition DeLorean NIKE 6.0

(now if I could only run 88 miles an hour)

It umm…. doesn’t look that great, but it limited and its based off of the DeLorean, so  hey, why not folks!

By the way… JUST LOVE the sole of these kicks. I would want these just because of the sole. Its supposed to represent the typical 80′s stop light (of which the DeLorean has).

First seen at Autoblog (yes, Autoblog.com), the limited edition NIKE 6 DeLorean will be released on Friday the 26th (Black Friday) this pair of kicks has a unibody upper (no stitches here buddy) and a matte finish silver color. There is also a stamp on the tongue that is supposed to be a nudge to the Irish factory where the DMC – 12 was made.

And for the fans of having boxes be just as special as the kicks, the box also opens up gull wing style.

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There are only 1000 pairs of these kicks going to be made. I guess that is what they mean by limited.  Who is getting these?

 


Jerremy Scott loves wings: adidas originals FIRE

(this guy REALLY loves wings)

I have to admit that the wings seem a little bit on the extra side of things but he does make them look good. This time he is using the black and orange colorway for that “I’m moving so fast, that I must have wings on my feet AND the wings are on fire” look

I guess that explains “Fire” being in the name of the sneaker.

Little tid-bits about the shoe:
Was Patrick Ewing signature kick back in he 20th century (1986 to be exact) originally called the Attitude

Currently this is now looked as an skate sneaker… Get it? Skating – motorcycle – good looking model? Well the pics still look good.

Info from SneakerNews.com


FINALLY!!! UNDFTD x Converse Poorman set to release Black Friday

(awwwww yeah I’m gettin these)

This has got to be my lucky day cause news of these coming back has totally lifted my spirits! And on top of everything the colorway is right up my alley. This will work for me.

These kicks release on black friday… A day that mad money will be flying out my pocket… Original news from shoes-up via sneakernews.com

By the way… Anybody notice that SneakerNews has been making some big moves lately? Might have to write about that next week ;)


Jordan CMFT Vis Air SOUTH BEACH

(ummm… what just happened here?)

Clearly Brand Jordan has a hit on it’s hands with the Jordan Vis Air, but this colorway just does not do the sneaker any justice at all.

The interesting thing I can say about this sneakers is that, at least from the pictures we have seen of it (modern notoriety.com VIA SneakerNews.com), there is something very interesting going on at the toe. It looks like there is some infused color lines on the patent leather.

Now that is different.

I guess if you are looking for something different and bright with a slash of color on the patent leather (tortoise marble… LOL) for an extra punch, then these kicks are for you. By the way, these kicks do have a couple of “firsts” in them (for example the marbling on the patent leather) so you could view them as collectables. The choice is yours.


Well Now… it looks like Converse has a new website

(hmmmm… when di they do this? looks good)

Looks like Cponverse went all flash happy and made a new website. I personally do not like flash that much (you here that NikeStore!!!) but this works out pretty well. They manage to show off a couple of cool looking kicks, whatever marketing push they currently got going, and the site sort of interacts with your cursor.

Already saw a pair of kicks I will be posting on tomorrow on the site.

So check it out if you wish. I think I may do a little more looking around and do a full review of the site at a later daye.

Click HERE ffor more >> Convers.com

 


Somebody is writing the Truth About Michael Jeffery Jordan… Whatever that means…

(is that why there is a hole in the sneaker?)

(pic from  Sneakernews.com)

Here is the truth, G.O.A.T. = MJ and his kicks kick-started a footwear revolution (2.0) for dudes everywhere.

So why am I posting about this? The word blaspheme comes up in the title of an article about him, so I took the bate… what the hell are they talking about? Well here it is (with my sharp witted, full of myself commentary of course).

Blashpemy: The Truth About Michael Jeffery Jordan

By most accounts this is accepted as fact. There is no problem with the opinion that Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time. There are certainly opinions that hold a lot less credibility. The problem comes when people make him out to be more than what he was.

Source: Bleacher Report

Say whaaaaa??? You know its gonna get good after that (or at least, it should)

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I’m Back… so what the hell happened?

 

So here we are. Its been weeks since I last posted anything related to footwear and I sure missed allot.

Got a little sick there but I am recovering nicely and getting back to the game. Its gonna be slow going at first  but eventually I will be posting  again at leasr 3-4 times a day. Plus, I already strted working on a bigger/better home site for this blog (that is taking WAY longer than I though but its all good).

I love writing about this stuff. I really do. I also love cheering (or jeering) footwear designs and such. I appreciate all the well wishers and readers sticking around to see what else I have in store for them.

Posts start up in earnest tomorrow so make sure you come back tomorrow to see what on sale around the net, news stories and commentary on design styles and the culture.

I can’t wait to begin anew! See ya tomorrow!!!!


Android Homme Propulsion… adults only need apply

(if only they were on sale now…)

These need to be on my feet now. This will be apart of the fall/winter line-up according to Nicekicks. This pair has grey distressed leather and it looks quite good.

Or maybe it how they took the shots… Naaaahhhhh, its gotta be the shoes.

I need these to be released for real. The question is, what will they cost when they come out? Normal Adroid Homme prices? Hmmm….


Air Jordan 13 “Premio” Bin 23 is ummmmm… interesting…

(well… now isn’t this snazzy)

As seen on Nicekicks, His Airness is releasing another pair of kicks under the Bin 23 montra of which will cost you a grip if you want one. I love the idea personally, but… and you had to know there was going to be a “but” in this… these are not the best colorway for the AJ13′s.

Don’t get me wrong, they look right (see more images by clicking RIGHT HERE) but I think for the higher price and quality materials, it could have been in a better colorway. It doesn’t have to be in the playoff colorway or one of the OG released colorways, but it didn’t have to be this colorway either.

Maybe this will grow on me like the Air Jordan 9 BIN 23 has… but I doubt it.

Find out more at Nicekicks.com


Nike Air Max 360 Rejuven8

(a clear classic pair of kicks)

One of the most comfortable sneakers I ever worn (until I got the Nike Air 2009) is pictured here.  The history of Nike Air to the date of when these kicks were released is on the reflective upper skin and give the sneaker a very unique look.

Make no mistake though… when these came out there were not that popular and in fact I got these on sale for less than 80 bucks. Not sure if they would be considered cool now or not, but back then it took a while to get these off the shelves… at least in NYC.

More pics of the kicks will be released soon here as well as a review of them on the main site (when ever I get the main site ready)


My Nike Vandals (canvas) On Bridge

(now that is a nice shot ;)

Took this pic a while ago and figured I should post it here. I put those Nike Vandals to work for real. Its one of my more comfortable sneakers, not because it has all this tech in it (because it doesn’t), its because when I walk in them I feel like I am still on the ground.

Sometimes having allot of air isn’t the only way to go, and I think these Vandals prove that.

You can’t find these anywhere for sale unless you go to auction sites like eBay. the sneaker is made of canvas and is just right for the summer if you want a cool sneaker for a hot day.

Anyway, hope you guys enjoy the pic. Its big enough to be a wallpaper.


FIFA 2010 is over and Spain won…. but what kicks were on the field?

(would you buy a 400+ dollar cleat?)

Too much for me, but if the world cup was at stake, I may have gotten them too, especially if they worked. Find the RIGT HERE at NikeStore.com


Nike Hyperdunk CHINA now released

(Ronald McDonald, pick up your sneakers)

These sneaker look hot, they really do, but damn, the colorways are straight out of the restaurant that sells millions of burgers a year.

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Just don’t know about these kicks, but they on sale at FinishLine RIGHT HERE.


Nike Dunk STREETFIGHTER SB Pack

(ummmm… not too sure this works)

Well, these just hit the sneakerswebs and it  seems to be a hit. I think they could look WAAAAAAaaaaay better than what is shown, but who am I to say that they don’t truely seem to reflect the Street Figheters namesakes.

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But they do come close though.

I think for a game that was so iconic in gaming history for the 25+ crowd (and their younger siblings who they pushed away from the game), it could have been somewhat more influenced by the characters they are supposed to represent. Just a little bit more. Nothing too gaudy, just some more dressing I guess or maybe even the inner lining having something.

Somewhere there has got to be a detail or a material used to make this sneaker “kick”.

But I am in the minority on this. The sneakernets have spoken and they say it good.

More info HERE on Sneakernews.com


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