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- Salehe Bembury Declined Nike To Bet on Himself
SummaryDesigner Salehe Bembury declined a lucrative “multi-pronged partnership” with Nike to launch his independent brand, SPUNGEThe Nike deal would have included collaborations with both LeBron James and ConverseBembury stated he passed on the offer to gain “full agency” over his creative vision and build his own communityFootwear designer Salehe Bembury has made a decisive move, announcing the launch of his own independent sneaker company, SPUNGE, just a few years after turning down a high-profile, multi-pronged partnership with Nike. The decision is a powerful testament to Bembury’s conviction that achieving his full creative vision requires complete agency over his process.Speaking to The Wall Street Journal, Bembury revealed that a few years ago, he was invited to Nike’s headquarters in Oregon, where the company proposed a major collaboration. The offer was not limited to a single shoe; it included projects with both LeBron James and Nike-owned Converse. However, Bembury ultimately passed on the “attractive keys” because the terms didn’t allow him to fully execute his unique vision.Bembury, known for his work with Versace, Crocs and New Balance, decided the only way forward was to build his own platform. “My own brand will be 100% my vision,” Bembury stated. “I will get to build the community that I want to build, and have the conversations that I want to have and tell the stories that I want to tell.”SPUNGE is now set to directly compete with the very companies Bembury once collaborated with. Its debut model, the Osmosis, is a performance-lifestyle runner that channels his signature organic aesthetic. The brand, which launched via a raffle on October 13, signals a new era for designers who want to own their creative output without corporate compromise.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
- New Balance 204L “Black/Timberwolf” Has a Release Date
Name: New Balance 204L “Black/Timberwolf”Colorway: Black/TimberwolfSKU: U204LMRAMSRP: $120 USDRelease Date: October 28Where to Buy: New BalanceThe New Balance 204L, the brand’s newest lifestyle silhouette, is set to drop in the sleek and versatile “Black/Timberwolf” colorway. This release continues the model’s momentum by expertly fusing the slim, athletic structure of 1970s running shoes with the tech-inspired texture of the Y2K era, creating a sneaker that feels both familiar and entirely new.The 204L’s low-profile silhouette is a clear stylistic nod to archival runners, particularly the vintage NB 321. Its upper is meticulously crafted from premium suede, featuring layered textures and embossed overlays in a deep black hue. This dark, sophisticated base is complemented by “Timberwolf,” a lighter grey-brown shade, on the accents and the distinctive outsole. This subtle contrast ensures a versatile aesthetic that works seamlessly for both streetwear and smart-casual looks.Designed for lightweight comfort, the shoe is built with an EVA outsole for cushioned support in everyday scenarios. The model showcases intentional design details, such as screen-printed graphics along the saddle and a double-stacked suede “N” logo. The New Balance 204L “Black/Timberwolf” is scheduled for release on October 28.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
- This Nike Dunk Low Recalls the Look of “Frankenstein”
Name: Nike Dunk Low “Frankenstein”Colorway: Brown Kelp/Black-Medium OliveSKU: HV4452-300MSRP: $120 USDRelease Date: October 2025Where to Buy: NikeContinuing to expand its Halloween Pack lineup, Nike introduces a Dunk Low in a camo olive colorway, drawing inspiration from the iconic Frankenstein’s monster.This Dunk Low arrives in a unique patchwork design, blending various textures and colors that recall the iconic stitched-together appearance of Frankenstein. The base of the silhouette is crafted from light brown suede, complemented by black and olive canvas panels wrapping the forefoot and heel. On the toe box, traditional perforations are replaced by small cross stitches. contributing to the “stitched” aesthetic. Finally, black embroidered Swooshes, black midsoles, and olive outsoles complete the monstrous-looking silhouette. The pair also comes with two sets of distressed and tattered laces, enhancing its worn-in look.The Nike Dunk Low “Frankenstein” is expected to launch this October, with the exact release date yet to be confirmed. Check out the official images above.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
- Official Look at the New Balance ABZORB 2000 “Rose Sugar”
Name: New Balance ABZORB 2000 “Rose Sugar”Colorway: Rose Sugar/Monarch-BurgundySKU: U2000PBCMSRP: $170 USDRelease Date: October 15Where to Buy: New BalanceNew Balance is continuing its focus on experimental design and legacy technology with the upcoming release of the ABZORB 2000 in a stunning “Rose Sugar” colorway. This silhouette is a direct, futuristic evolution of the brand’s early 2000s performance runners, blending tech-forward aesthetics with a soft, expressive palette.The shoe’s design is centered around its sophisticated cushioning platform. It features a full-length ABZORB sole unit, which combines the core foam with ABZORB SBS pods in the heel and forefoot for maximum energy absorption and return. This commitment to comfort without compromise is paired with a striking, sculpted midsole that looks almost digitally carved.The “Rose Sugar/Monarch Burgundy” colorway brings a bold, soft gradient effect. The upper, crafted from mesh and printed overlays, moves from a deep pink near the sole to a lighter, creamy tone, giving the shoe a sense of fluid motion. This is complemented by a metallic silver “N” logo and subtle Monarch Burgundy underlays in the sole unit. This unique execution makes the ABZORB 2000 a perfect blend of high-performance tech and expressive style.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
