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I wanted them so bad

May 27, 2015

I Wanted Them So Bad

“I wanted them so bad, but I didn’t have the cash and my mom was not laying out that kind…

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Stan Smiths Blazers

April 7, 2015

Stan Smiths Blazers

Apparently, you can design some Stan Smith inspired Blazers through Nike’s ID program. And you know what? They’re pretty cool. …

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The Rise of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

March 6, 2015

The Rise Of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

The Brooklyn Museum will have an exhibit this summer on the rise of sneaker culture. The exhibit will look at look…

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Michael Jordan’s first retirement from basketball

February 26, 2015

Michael Jordan’s First Retirement From Basketball

In a pitch-perfect parody of Michael Jordan’s first retirement from basketball, Royals starter Jeremy Guthrie retires from sneaker collecting. (Source:…

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I asked Spike Lee what Air Jordan sneaker he’d choose if he could have only one pair

February 17, 2015

I Asked Spike Lee What Air Jordan Sneaker He’d Choose If He Could Have Only One Pair

This week on my public radio show Bullseye with Jesse Thorn, I asked Spike Lee what Air Jordan sneaker he’d…

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Five Distinctive Non-Fashion Sneakers for $100 or Less

January 29, 2015

Five Distinctive Non-Fashion Sneakers For $100 Or Less

2015 is a good time to like sneakers. Whether you’re into retro styles, designer takes on classic sports shoes, or…

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Roman Mars

December 9, 2014

Roman Mars

A year or so ago, my pal Roman Mars presented a story from his show 99% Invisible at Nike. It…

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Cleaning Sneakers

August 14, 2014

Cleaning Sneakers

Some things look better new; some things look better old. Anyone who has ever bought a brand new pair of…

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Alternatives to Common Projects

June 11, 2014

Alternatives To Common Projects

The price of minimalist sneakers has really gone through the roof in the last few years. Common Project’s low top…

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Why Are My Sneakers Fuzzy?

April 10, 2014

Why Are My Sneakers Fuzzy?

Following yesterday’s post on sneakers, I thought I’d share this great find by GazEtc. If you look at the bottom…

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Jerry Seinfeld on his omnipresent white sneakers

January 7, 2014

Jerry Seinfeld On His Omnipresent White Sneakers

Jerry Seinfeld on his omnipresent white sneakers… It started with wanting to be Joe Namath of the 1969 New York…

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Germany Army Trainers

December 26, 2013

Germany Army Trainers

If you’ve ever wanted German Army Trainers, now might be one of the better times to get a pair. Readers…

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Maintenance: Sneaker Rehab with Mr. Clean

October 22, 2013

Maintenance: Sneaker Rehab With Mr. Clean

I never advocate fussy treatment of sneakers–boxfresh is nice and all but most improve with a little dirt and creasing….

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Packing for a One-Week Trip to the UK

August 19, 2013

Packing For A One-Week Trip To The UK

I’m headed to the UK later today to do a few comedy shows. Folks are always emailing for examples on…

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It’s On Sale: Common Projects and Margiela Sneakers

June 5, 2013

It’s On Sale: Common Projects And Margiela Sneakers

Oki Ni is having a spring/ summer sale for customers in the United States and Canada. Take 30% off with…

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