Keep Your Kick Game Strong (Shoe Envy Post)

So heres the deal... I LOVE SNEAKERS! Apart from all the hype (which can get annoying), sneakers are a great way to express yourself and they're also damn comfortable! I wear a lot of nikes because they are #1, so I obviously aspire to wear the market leaders shoes but also they are so technologically advanced (Flyknit, lunar tech, air soles). These shoes inspire me to be better and innovative and also try to push my creativity. As nike is my number one choice for sneakers its only fitting to dedicate this post to nike shoes.

So getting right into it, these are the shoes I am seeking right now:

Nike Air Huarache (JD Sports, Size?, eBay)

So public opinion seems to be very divided on these but I think they are awesome! That heel strap that wraps around to the mid-foot and the sock-like upper are dope. The retail price on these isn't too bad but reseller prices are crazy, especially for "hyped" versions such as the all-white ones pictured. I am waiting for a great colourway (and hopefully an Australian release) before I pull the trigger but keep your eyes on eBay, there is occasionally a deadstock pair that is a must-cop.

Nike Free Orbit II SP - (eBay)

This design is so cool and considered but that is to be expected - they were designed by the guy responsible for the air yeezy II. I originally thought the RRP was a little high but there are so many details on this shoe that make it worth it. The premium textiles and the 3D studded design with a mesh toebox for breathability all look great and despite not having laces, this shoe doesn't make you think its more suitable for a seven year old rather than a grown man. 

Nike Free Mercurial Superfly htm - (eBay)

This is another one of those shoes that just sold out instantaneously, and unfortunately if you live outside of the US, these types of shoes (limited run and very hyped) are pretty much impossible to cop because even if you have a mail forwarder in the US, nike does not accept Australian Paypal/credit/debit cards. You can try to cop a pair on eBay but be prepared to pay reseller prices.

Music Mondays #1

Listening to music is such a visceral experience. This, along with the inspiring nature of music is what keeps me looking for that next thing to add into my iTunes library. Listening to music really helps me visualise things and helps me think of different colours/textures as well as moods and I filter this into outfits, logos, campaigns and pretty much everything else I am working on at the time. So on that note, I decided to start this music mondays series where I will feature a few songs/albums that I have been listening to a lot each week with links so you can listen/download.

*Feel free to tell me what you think and even suggest new artists I should be listening to on my Twitter.

#1 After the Dance - Tittsworth feat Q-Tip, Theophilus London, Alison Carney.

This song just nails laid-back cool and conjures up images of cool people in downtown New York very early in the morning walking home reflecting on the great night they've had. The very understated, cool nature of this song sets it apart and all of these artists are on the come-up which is a great reason to show support - and its free for download from Tittsworths soundcloud.

#2 This is America - Parker Ighile feat G-Eazy.

I found this song and haven't stop listening since! Theres a great narrative element to this song and it is also haunting like the pressure of making a name for himself and other peoples influences are stopping him from doing that and really breaking through. It also makes me think about "The American Dream" and having an empire and the chase of that vision - which looks different for us all and how success is gained in western society.

#3 Heavy Metal and Reflective - Azealia banks (iTunes)

Despite all of the controversy surrounding AB I think she is extremely talented and this is her first single to come from her own record label. Azealia does Azealia and no one else, she doesn't care what people think and she just wants to be true to herself - something that I fully support. I saw Azealia live at Future Music Festival last year and she was amazing! I expect huge things to come from her and hope the album is as good as this.