Release Roundup: Sneakers You Need to Check Out This Weekend

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Whether you are looking for a new pair to keep by the door for everyday use or getting a bit nostalgic and finally buying that pair your parents never did when you were a kid, this week of sneaker releases has got you covered.

Highlights include the newest colorway of the Tom Sachs x Nike General Purpose Shoe, the debut of the Air Jordan 1 KO Low through two clean colorways from Union, a white and green take on the Air Jordan 2, the return of the black and grey Reebok Answer 4, and more.

Take a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below. 

Premium Goods x Nike Air Force 1

Price: $150
When: Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Houston-based boutique Premium Goods has collaborated with Nike on two colorways of the Air Force 1. Both pairs are inspired by Premium Goods founder Jennifer Ford’s love for jewelry and feature intricate beading on the Swoosh and heel tab. Each pair also features a quilted leather quarter panel, Premium Goods logos on the tongue, and thick braided rope laces. “The Sophia” colorway features a black and cream upper with bronze and silver beads, while “The Bella” opts for a tonal cream upper with multicolored beading. 

Undefeated x Nike Air Force 1 'Wild Berry'

Price: $160
When: Thursday, Feb. 2 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: We’re getting another chance to cop the “Wild Berry” colorway from Undefeated’s latest pack of Air Force 1s at retail. The pair is dressed in a colorful mix of green, purple, orange, blue, and pink patent leather. Translucent Swooshes, gum bottoms, and Undefeated’s five-strike logo on each tongue and stamped on each lateral heel complete the design. 

Reebok Answer 4

Price: $170
When: Friday, Feb. 3 
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: One of the most popular pairs from Allen Iverson’s signature line, the Reebok Answer 4, returns this Friday in an OG colorway. This black and grey pair was laced up by Iverson throughout his legendary MVP campaign in 2001. Details include a zipper shroud, Iverson’s face printed on the outsole, and special insoles featuring images of his tattoos. 

Air Jordan 2 'Lucky Green'

Price: $175
When: Friday, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A clean new colorway of the Air Jordan 2 is set to debut on Friday morning. The pair features OG colorblocking with a predominantly white leather upper and hits of Lucky Green on areas like the Wings logo on each tongue and heel counter. 

Air Jordan 5 'Aqua'

Price: $200
When: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand is also introducing a brand new Air Jordan 5 this weekend. The colorway is said to be inspired by the popular “Aqua” Air Jordan 8. It features a similar look with a black nubuck upper and hits of aqua blue and taxi yellow on areas like the tongue and midsole. 

Union x Air Jordan 1 KO Low

Price: $150
When: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: For its latest Jordan Brand collab, Union is introducing the Air Jordan 1 KO Low in two colorways. The first features a white canvas upper, while the second option opts for a sail tumbled leather upper with tonal suede overlays. Each pair comes with interchangeable Swooshes and laces in various colors. Leaving the Swoosh off will reveal a “UN/LA” print hidden in the velcro. 

 

Tom Sachs x NikeCraft General Purpose Shoe 'Field Brown'

Price: $110
When: Sunday, Feb. 5
Where: nikecraft.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Tom Sachs’ General Purpose Shoe returns in a tonal “Field Brown” colorway. This boring pair features its usual elements including a mesh upper, suede overlays, printed Swoosh, giant pull tabs on the tongue and heel, and rugged outsole. 

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