SNEAKER RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: APRIL 2022

The arrival of spring is bringing an array of colorful new releases from Nike and adidas. From the floral pop of Marimekko designs at adidas to a Nike and Polaroid collaboration that takes inspiration from the colorful Polaroid logo, you're sure to find a new release that brings some color into your sneaker collection. Here are some of the latest releases and some bright lace swaps to go with them.

adidas The Kobe aka Crazy 1 “Sunshine” Yellow

(source: Sneaker News)

While the future of the Kobe Bryant estate's relationship with adidas is uncertain now that the contract has come to an end, adidas will be releasing the iconic Crazy 1 in Sunshine Yellow at least one more time this month. With a modern shape that was met with everything from admiration to skepticism from its initial release, this sneaker has quickly become a classic. Keep the colors Kobe and Lakers classic with a Purple Luxury Leather Lace swap.

Release Date: April 1, 2022

Lace Swap: Purple Luxury Leather Lace

Polaroid x Nike SB Dunk Low

(source: Sneaker News)

This collaboration between Nike and Polaroid takes inspiration from the colorful Polaroid logo and applies it to Nike's own swoosh in bright blue, yellow and pink, while keeping the rest of the shoe in neutral black and white. A Neon Pink or Bahama Blue Shoe Lace swap would pick up the color on the swoosh and help break up the black on the front of the uppers.

Release Date: April 5, 2022

Lace Swap: Neon Pink or Bahama Blue Shoe Laces

adidas Ultraboost 5.0 X Marimekko

(source: adidas.com)

The modern, floral designs of Marimekko have found a new canvas in this adidas collaboration. Colorful flowers cover the knit uppers of the latest Ultraboost 5.0. Pick up the pink with a Pink Jordan 1 Replacement Shoelaces swap to add a little more color and compliment the bright green detailing on the heel and tongue.

Release Date: April 1, 2022

Price: $200

Lace Swap: Pink Jordan 1 Replacement Shoelaces

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