New Year, New Kicks! Sneaker Release Spotlight: January 2021
2020 is finally (thankfully) coming to an end, and to bring in the new year, Jordan, Nike, and Adidas have a few highly-anticipated drops scheduled for January.
Check out some of the most notable upcoming releases below, and make sure to check out our online store grab the right pair of laces for your new kicks.
Adidas Yeezy Boost 380 "Yecoraite"
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Yeezy is kicking off its 2021 lineup with the Yeezy Boost 380 "Yecoraite."
The newest addition to the 380 collection features a light tan and grey digital camo Primeknit upper, a light brown stripe across the side, cream midsoles, and gum outsoles.
The official release date is yet to be announced, but it is expected to drop sometime in January 2021.
Air Jordan 1 High OG "Volt Gold"
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Adding to the long list of Jordan 1 colorways is the new Air Jordan 1 High OG "Volt Gold."
This new colorway features a black toe and overlays, a white leather upper, Volt ankles, and neon orange heels. The yellowed midsole gives the shoe a vintage feel, and a flipped translucent tongue label completes the design.
Nike Air Force 1 "Rayguns"
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Nike debuted the Raygun colorway back in 2005 with the "Raygun" Nike SB Dunk Lows, and the colorway is making a return in 2021 with a new pair of Air Force 1s.
The Air Force 1 "Rayguns" feature a white leather base, "Orange Flash" heel panels, yellow heel tabs, yellow stitching outlining a black Swoosh, basketball badges on the ankles, and black outsoles.
Air Jordan 5 Low "Chinese New Year"
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Jordan Brand frequently features colorways inspired by or dedicated to various Chinese holidays and traditions, and in 2021, Jordan is continuing this trend with the Air Jordan 5 Low "Chinese New Year."
The shoe's colorway is pretty simple as the shoe comes dressed in sail white, chile red, and opti yellow accents. What makes this shoe stand out is the patterned layer sitting under the canvas surface which is revealed as the shoe wears -- making each pair unique.
Air Jordan 3 "Cool Grey"
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Adding to Jordan Brand's new year plans is the return of the Air Jordan 3 "Cool Grey." Originally released back in 2007, this fan-favorite is a welcome addition to Jordan's 2021 lineup.
The colorway features a versatile light graphite base, elephant print overlays on the forefoot and heel, orange eyelets, red Jumpman logos, and matte white midsoles.