Occasional Wisdom is where we answer the questions sneaker fans keep asking: how things work, where shoes are made and how to wear them. Ever wondered why a pair shows up on StockX before its release date, where New Balance shoes are made or how to lace Jordan 1s? The answers are here, along with sizing guides, sneaker histories and beginner guides like our Sneaker Twitter guide. It’s for the curious, whether you’re new to the game or have collected for years.
It feels like yesterday that we rounded up the best sneakers of 2022. But here we are, ready to kiss the year goodbye with a list of the best sneakers 2023 gave us. From collabs to sneakers with a theme, this list has the crème de la crème of the year’s releases. We do this…
Oh, the magic and drama of the sneaker and resale industries. From buying sneakers for retail to finding the right place to resell them, it’s a battlefield out there. However, it usually goes pretty smoothly. Unfortunately, sometimes shady things happen, and today’s case is very much like that. So, what’s up with Restocks declaring bankruptcy?…
If you’re new to the world of sneakers, you need all the help you can find. After all, it’s not easy to navigate through a world of kicks, colors, and styles! However, everyone knows that Air Jordans have a chokehold on the industry, for good reason. You can check out the history of the brand…
Today, we’re gonna dig deep into a staple in the sneaker industry. Every sneakerhead owns at least one pair of the kicks we’ll discuss today. You see, gum sole sneakers are pretty popular among skaters and sneakerheads. But why do gum soles have such an appeal? And why does slapping a gum sole on a…
It’s almost Christmas, and who doesn’t like to get cozy when they hang out with family and friends? While rocking comfy holiday socks is pretty cool, leveling up your shoe game is a must. Hence, we get to today’s discussion. Get ready to rock the ho-ho-holiday cheer with these awesome Christmas Crocs! From ugly sweaters…
If you’re a sneakerhead or reseller, then you’re probably aware of the industry’s roots in the US. However, the world caught on to how valuable kicks are, and sneakers became an international phenomenon. Now, we already discussed European and Chinese markets that keep growing by the day. But another market is also on the rise.…
Remember June 2023? That was when Nike dropped the Nike Mac Attack campaign featuring Travis Scott and John McEnroe. Everything was fine and dandy back then. But well, not everything always goes according to plan. So today, we’re gonna take a look at the Travis Scott John McEnroe drama! But is it really drama, or…
Finding the perfect fit is sometimes pretty hard, especially when it comes to Jordans. From choosing the right pair to styling it right, it certainly gets challenging at times. So, today, we went the extra mile and rounded up a list of Jordans that go with everything! You can dress them up, dress them down,…
In addition to cool kicks and style, the sneaker industry always serves us with legal drama. Surprisingly, this time it’s not Nike suing some brand for copyright infringement. However, it does involve a close Swoosh collaborator: The Whitaker Group. In fact, James Whitner, founder of the company, was named in a $32 million resale scheme.…
In a world full of amazing multicolor kicks, black and white sneakers are still relevant as heck! From the timeless classics to new releases, this color pairing (or lack thereof?) is one of the best out there. So today, we’re gonna take a look at why black and white kicks have our hearts. Moreover, we’ll…