PAUSE Picks: 5 Sneaker Releases of the Week

Part of the “Plant Dye” collection, this Nike Air Force 1 utilises Himalayan Rhubarb for the caramel accents that are found on the otherwise white sneaker. A white Air Force 1 is a staple sneaker in every wardrobe, but how many people’s will be dyed with rhubard?

Matthew Williams has a track history of creating well-received sneakers, from his Nike collaborations and hiking-inspired 1017 ALYX 9SM releases. He is continuing this as creative director of Givenchy, producing this futuristic-looking runner.

Bringing its basketball sneakers from 1989 out of its archive, New Balance excited sneakerheads with the release of its leather and suede 550. The retro-inspired sneaker is now available in a clean white with dark burgundy detailing.

Bringing a large dose of retro-futurism, the Yeezy 700 is one of many eye-catching sneaker shapes in the Adidas Yeezy line. For its latest colourway, titled “Blue Tint”, a light blue upper with reflective and black detailing sits on a black midsole.

A shoe worn by professional athletes in the 80s, Reebok has brought its signature AZ II in an original colourway out of the archives. With a wedged heel and large Reebok Logo on the upper, this runner is bringing heavy retro vibes.