Culture https://footwearnews.com Shoe News and Fashion Trends Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:47:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-FN-Favicon-2023-05-31.png?w=32 Culture https://footwearnews.com 32 32 178921128 Rihanna Heats Things Up in Amina Muaddi’s Giorgia Sandals for Savage X Fenty’s Valentine’s Day Campaign https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/rihanna-amina-muaddi-giorgia-sandals-savage-fenty-valentines-campaign-1234762377/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:47:35 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234762377 Rihanna is already in full Valentine’s Day mode. To kick off the day of love, the singer has been sharing some sultry and provocative ads for her Savage x Fenty lingerie line, and in a recent one she shared, she is spotted wearing a pair of provocative Amina Muaddi shoes.

In the photos from the campaign, Rihanna modeled her brand’s Champagne on Ice Embellished Slip in the color pink. The slip is covered in translucent sequins, while rhinestone embellishments adorn a deep V-neckline. It also features a low back, a mermaid silhouette, and crisscross straps.

For shoes, Rihanna opted for Amina Muaddi’s Giorga Crystal Sandals in pink satin. The shoes features a lip on design with a square open toe, which are a go-to for the singer. A delicate strap goes over the toes and a wrap around crystal strap with buckle fastening drapes around the ankle. The fuchsia pink satin coordinated perfectly with the slip, giving it an additional level of sexiness.

Muaddi, who is currently in Paris for Fashion Week, shared the post to her Instagram Story on Monday, writing, “What else can I wish for on Valentine’s Day? @badgalriri in the Giorgia sandal for her new Savage x Fenty campaign.”

Rihanna and the shoe designer have a long history of working together. The Grammy winner has been spotted wearing the designer’s shoes on multiple occasions, even debuting pairs before they’re released, and they previously collaborated together for Rih’s Fenty brand. In an interview with FN in 2019 when she won the FN Designer of the Year award, Muaddi revealed that Rihanna had hired her to help design shoes for the Fenty collection.

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Michael Jordan’s Original Air Jordan 1 ‘Bred’ Will Release Next Month in Only 23 Stores https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/air-jordan-1-high-bred-store-list-february-2025-hv6674-067-1234759072/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 15:22:34 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234759072 The Air Jordan 1 High “Bred” has been fiercely anticipated ahead of its return next month, and as the release draws nearer, it’s becoming clear that the sneaker will be much more difficult to purchase than initially thought.

Only 23 stores in the U.S. will get stock of the Air Jordan 1 “Bred” in February, lending credence to the rumor that only 10,000 pairs will be made available. The boutiques that will host releases confirmed so on Instagram just days after Jordan Brand deactivated its social media channels. So far, it does not appear that the Snkrs app will have its own release.

Although the return of the Air Jordan 1 “Bred” is always reason for sneakerheads to rejoice, this year’s retro treatment is being handled with more care in honor of the seminal model’s 40th anniversary. Jordan Brand has made the effort to create the sneaker’s original proportions from 1985 with greater attention to detail than ever before, and premium materials will help take the retail price up to $250, a decision that had already raised eyebrows before consumers realized how rare the shoe will be as well.

Sometimes referred to by the nickname “Banned,” “Bred” was the very first Air Jordan 1 to release to the public. The black and red color scheme failed to conform to NBA uniform regulations, thus informing the myth that they were banned by the NBA, a gift to Nike in marketing the shoe.

The truth, however, is that the Air Jordan 1 was never formally banned by the league. Instead, it was the Air Ship in the same “Bred” treatment that was flagged prior to Michael Jordan beginning to wear his own sneaker. After that, he’d never wear the Air Jordan 1 “Bred” in an NBA game, instead opting for the approved “Chicago” and “Bred Toe” editions. He did wear the sneaker for the 1985 NBA Dunk Contest, though.

The Air Jordan 1 High “Bred” will release February 14 for $250. Below you can find a list of all 23 confirmed retailers.

Air Jordan 1 High “Bred” Store List

  • A Ma Maniére
  • All the Right
  • Bait
  • Concepts
  • Grinmore
  • Kicks Crew
  • Lapstone & Hammer
  • Oneness
  • Premium Goods
  • Shoe Gallery
  • Shoe Palace
  • Sneaker Politics
  • Social Status
  • Sole Play
  • SoleFly
  • Succezz
  • Trophy Room
  • Two18
  • Undefeated
  • Up NYC
  • Wish
  • WoodStack
  • Xhibition

About the Author:

Ian Servantes is a Senior News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.

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Chrome Just Might Make This the Best Air Jordan 4 RM Yet — but Sizing Will Be Limited https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/air-jordan-4-rm-chrome-release-date-hv5972-101-1234745293/ Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:41:54 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234745293 Short for “Restomod,” the Air Jordan 4 RM has proven to be one of the more popular modifications for a classic Air Jordan. The shoe debuted through a well-received Nigel Sylvester collaboration and has since received general releases in a number of attractive colorways. And with the new year approaching, a new colorway may prove to be the most alluring yet.

The Air Jordan 4 RM “Chrome” arrives with a trendy metallic polish on its synthetic leather and TPU overlays. When combined with the grid pattern on the lateral material, the effect ends up feeling particularly futuristic. A white base for the upper, as well as the midsole, allows the “Chrome” elements to stand out, and off-white laces provide a slight contrast. The outsole then arrives in a faint green.

Jordan Brand made the Air Jordan 4 RM at a lower price point than its antecedent model, and the upper has been entirely transformed with more uniform paneling. The intent was to reimagine the Air Jordan 4 for BMX, even before Nigel Sylvester had joined Jordan Brand and signed on as a collaborator, although the brand hasn’t pushed that angle much in its pitches to consumer. Down low, the sole unit remains unchanged from that that debuted 35 years ago.

With how popular metallic silver detailing has become in sneakers, particular on retro runners, the Air Jordan 4 RM “Chrome” appears due for a warm reception in 2025. It’ll be joined in anticipation by the “Pine Green” colorway, a close lookalike to the hit Nike SB x Air Jordan 4 from 2023.

The Air Jordan 4 RM “Chrome” will release in spring 2025 exclusively in women’s sizing. A more firm drop date is still to confirmed, and pricing is set at $150.

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About the Author:

Ian Servantes is a Senior News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.

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Olivia Rodrigo Couples Vintage Mugler Dress With Saint Laurent Wedge Sandals at Variety’s Hitmakers Brunch https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/olivia-rodrigo-saint-laurent-wedges-variety-hitmakers-1234740566/ Mon, 09 Dec 2024 21:13:10 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234740566 Olivia Rodrigo embraced ’90s style once again at Variety’s annual “Hitmakers” brunch in Los Angeles over the weekend.

The pop star modeled a black mini dress featuring a velvet halter neckline from Thierry Mugler’s fall 1998 collection. Rodrigo coordinated the fitted frock complete with pockets at the hip with black patent leather Saint Laurent sandals.

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Olivia Rodrigo at the Variety Hitmakers Brunch in Los Angeles on Dec. 7, 2024.Variety via Getty Images

Styled by Chloe and Chenelle Delgadillo, she donned the popular brand’s glossy “La Scandale” wedge silhouette boasting a square open toe.

The ankle-strap pumps retailing at $1,100 deliver over 4 inches of height and come in several other color combinations.

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Olivia Rodrigo wears Saint Laurent Scandale patent leather wedge sandals. Variety via Getty Images

Last month, Saoirse Ronan stepped out in a similar style designed with a subtle open toe and a more prominent vamp. The patent shoes revealing only the tips of the wearer’s toes were courtesy of another celebrity-loved brand, Khaite.

Rounding out her chic all-black look, the “Drivers License” singer opted for no jewelry and wore her long brown hair pulled back into a chic ponytail for the star-studded event.

La Scandale patent-leather wedge sandals retail for $1,100.

Recently, Rodrigo has been seen wearing Manolo Blahnik Veralli leather ballet flats, Stuart Weitzman’s Posh Mary Jane pumps, and Amina Muaddi Charlotte satin pumps. When she’s not wearing designer shoes, the “Deja Vu” hitmaker has been known to step out in classic Converse Chuck Taylors and boots from timeless brands like Dr. Martens boots and Frye. She often performs in chunky platform Dr. Martens boots. For Halloween this year, she dressed up as a witch and pulled her costume together with Maison Margiela’s Tabi Mary Jane leather pumps.

Ahead, scroll through the gallery to check out Olivia Rodrigo’s shoe style through the years.

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Best Floats & Balloons From The 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade https://footwearnews.com/gallery/best-floats-balloons-from-the-2024-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade/ Thu, 28 Nov 2024 16:58:07 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?post_type=pmc-gallery&p=1234736008 Macy’s 2024 Thanksgiving Day Parade included a number of new floats as well as performers. With numbers by Kylie Minogue, T-Pain, Chloe Bailey, Coco Jones as well as Michelle Williams who did a Thanksgiving take on her opening number from Broadway’s “Death Becomes Her,” the parade boasted a variety of floats. Snoopy, the longest running character balloon in the parade’s history was there. As was one for Dora the Explorer. In 2005 Dora made her debut in the parade as the first Latina as the central figure in a float. This year marked her return.

Minnie Mouse, Bluey and Spider-Man all received balloons as well — this was the first year Minnie appeared as a balloon and Goku from Dragon Ball also made a debut. Minnie is also the tallest balloon this year. Smokey Bear celebrated its 80th anniversary by returning to the parade this year.  There were reportedly 34 floats and 22 balloons. The Macys Parade Studio Team includes around 27 members.

 

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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Through the Years, From 1929–2023 https://footwearnews.com/gallery/past-macys-thanksgiving-parade-photos/ Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:00:45 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?post_type=pmc-gallery&p=458286 2024 marks 100 years since the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in 2024 — though it was then called Macy’s Christmas Parade. The highly-anticipated holiday tradition has stuck around for a century, with the official 100th parade coming up in 2026 due to the years it was on hiatus during World War 2. An American fixture, the parade is reflective of our evolving popular culture, with new balloons created to give all kinds of IP the larger-than-life treatment. From Felix the Cat to Baby Yoda, the event has seen a slew of beloved characters parade down the streets of New York City, in addition to pop stars, marching bands, Broadway performers, and more entertainment. And of course, Santa Claus can always be counted on to close out the parade. Journey into the past with photos of the parade spanning from 1929 to 2023.

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Oprah Rocks Her Go-To Designer Sneakers While Modeling Telfar Puff Hoodie Coats With Gayle King on Instagram https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/oprah-winfrey-brunello-cucinelli-sneakers-telfar-coat-1234735605/ Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:06:41 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234735605 Oprah Winfrey has been wearing Brunello Cucinelli sneakers nonstop this year. While most celebrities have been opting for Adidas Sambas or the Puma Speedcat sneaker, the TV mogul has kept several of the Italian designer’s casual shoes on rotation.

Most recently, in a post shared on her magazine’s Oprah Daily Instagram on Nov. 26, Winfrey was modeling one of the items that she listed as part of her 2024 “Oprah’s Favorite Things” list. In the clip, she is alongside longtime friend Gayle King and the magazine’s Creative Director Adam Glassman wearing some Telfar Puff Hoodie Coats and matching bags.

The Puffer Hoodie is a floor-length coat that combines the two essential winter garments into a single item—a hoodie and a puffer coat. The hood and shoulder area feature a softer material, like the one of a traditional hoodie, while the rest of the coat is made of quilted nylon puff. “We like Telfar and I think this is such a warm coat,” Winfrey says while wearing the cream version of the coat.

“We like it because we like Telfar,” King adds while showing off her look in a yellow coat and matching bad. “The color and the bag together it’s very chic, we like it. and he’s got good color variety, too.”

The Brunello Cucinelli Monili Trim Platform Sneaker retail for $995.

While King wore a pair of her go-to blue Sneex on her feet, Winfrey opted for a pair of Monili Trim Platform Sneaker by Brunello Cucinelli, which retail for $995. The shoes are a polyester knit and suede low-top sneakers with metallic beaded monili detailing.

The Italian made sneaker feature a flat heel, a round embellished-cap toe, a lace-up vamp, a cushioned footbed, a rubber outsole, and leather lining.

Winfrey has been rocking a variety of Cucinelli’s sneakers, and dressing them up and down for a range of events. Most recently, she showed her support for Kamala Harris taking the stage at a rally in Philadelphia ahead of the presidential election wearing a pair of white leather sneakers with molini mesh to the event. She wore a pair of white and gray canvas sneakers from the luxury brand while out and about in NYC in the summer, and again in September while heading to a taping of “Good Morning America.”

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Oprah’s Style Through the Years

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A Member of the World’s Tallest Family Credits Drag Queens for Helping Her Find ‘Cute’ High Heels https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/guinness-world-records-tallest-family-in-the-world-shoes-1234734326/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:59:33 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234734326 Savannah Trapp-Blanchfield, the eldest sibling in the World’s Tallest Family, is over six-foot-eight — but that doesn’t stop her from wearing high heels.

The Trapp family, with an average height of about six-foot-eight between three children and two parents, received the title from Guinness World Records in 2022. Hailing from Minnesota, Savannah’s brother Adam Trapp is seven-foot-three while sister Molly Steede is six-foot-six; father Scott Trapp is six-foot-eight while mother Kristine Trapp is the shortest in the family at six-foot-three. In an interview with Guinness World Records, the family detailed their experiences living — and shopping — at their above-average heights.

“God bless the drag queens,” Savannah said. “This is the only way that I have high heels that fit me, right? ‘Cause I’m a women’s size 16, men’s size 15, so I wouldn’t have these opportunities for cute shoes if it wasn’t for the drag queens, right?”

She added, “Yes, even though I’m six-eight-and-a-half, I still wear heels. And I can even throw it back in six-inch heels, I can drop it to the ground, I can dance — I can do anything in six-inch heels.”

While shoe options might be limited for women who wear a size 16, there are brands making it their mission to create a more size-inclusive footwear industry. Journee, Dolce Vita, Aldo and Vaila Shoes are among these labels.

The Trapp family also discussed the difficulty of finding clothing that fits, with pants being an issue for multiple family members. Adam brought up the growing pains he felt along his journey to seven-foot-three.

The Trapps could likely understand what it’s like to walk in the shoes of 2024 Guinness World Record holder Eric Kilburn, Jr., who was named the teenager with the largest hands and feet. His struggle to find shoes that fit went viral and Shaquille O’Neal sent him clothing and footwear.

In addition to receiving shoes from a former NBA star, there are other upsides to being tall. The Trapps participated in sports, with Savannah receiving a full scholarship to play at the college level before retiring due to concussions. Scott also thinks that they have bonded as a family through their shared tallness — not to mention, there’s no shelf he can’t reach when shopping for groceries.

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Queen Letizia of Spain’s Best Shoe Looks Through the Years [Photos] https://footwearnews.com/gallery/queen-letizia-of-spains-best-shoe-looks-over-the-years/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:27:25 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?post_type=pmc-gallery&p=391169 Queen Letizia has served up many footwear looks over the years, becoming something of an icon in the space. Whether it’s heels, flats, pumps, boots or strappy sandals, the royal always makes a statement with her shoe looks, counting Stuart Weitzman, Jimmy Choo and Gianvito Rossi as some of her favorite luxury footwear designers, having been spotted in many shoes from each in these past several years. When not in high heels, you can almost always see her in the very comfortable Vivobarefoot brand, which is a British shoe company known for making their shoes as close to barefoot as possible.

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Dover Street Market’s Murdered-Out Nike Zoom Vomero 5 Comes to Life When Hit With Light https://footwearnews.com/entertainment-news/culture/dover-street-market-nike-zoom-vomero-5-release-date-2024-1234732628/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:44:22 +0000 https://footwearnews.com/?p=1234732628 At first glance, Dover Street Market‘s 20th anniversary Nike Zoom Vomero 5 appears much like it and Comme des Garçons’ numerous other all-black collaborations. But there’s a secret contained in the sneaker’s materials, one that comes to life when hit with light.

The Dover Street Market x Nike Zoom Vomero 5 “20th Anniversary” features reflective overlays that include the toe detailing, Swoosh outline and heel wraparound. The mismatched Nike Swoosh and DSM hut logo on the heel stand out when the panel hosting it reflects, and DSM branding on the tongue tags and right insole are the lone white features.

Dover Street Market is kicking off its “Power of 20” initiative with the Zoom Vomero 5, and given the boutique’s history of collaborations, there should be ample special-edition product to follow.

Amid the retro running trend that’s swept the sneaker industry, the Zoom Vomero 5 has been a stalwart for Nike. The model originally launched in 2011 and was praised for the comfort and stability offered by its midsole with dual Zoom Air units and Cushlon foam and the upper’s dynamic caging at the midfoot and heel. A-Cold-Wall brought back the shoe in 2018 through a collaboration that gave the Zoom Vomero 5 a blocky, protruding heel — and the model then came back in full force beginning in 2022. And for a 13-year-old sneaker, the Zoom Vomero 5 still manages to stand out for its comfort.

The Dover Street Market x Nike Zoom Vomero 5 “20th Anniversary” will release Thursday, November 21, exclusive through Dover Street Market’s global stores and its E-Shop. Pricing is set at £165.

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About the Author:

Ian Servantes is a Senior News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.

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