Stone Island Marina’s New Balance Numeric 272s Dive Into This Week’s Best Footwear Drops

By the end of the coming week, two champions will be announced. The NHL Stanley Cup Final and NBA Finals are nearing their conclusion, with the Florida Panthers and Oklahoma City Thunder each on the brink of winning their titles. As we look forward to the continuation of these thrilling series, various shoe brands such as Nike, adidas, New Balance, Converse, Crocs, and Jordan Brand have prepared sneakers for release this week. In keeping with tradition, let’s take a look back at the main footwear news from last week before exploring what lies ahead.

In terms of new collaborations, we had a chat with Avi Gold, founder of Better Gift Shop, about his initial footwear partnership with Nike for the Air Max Dn8. This collaboration revolves around the concept of revenge, as you might have guessed. Our discussion not only delved into the design aspects of the sneaker but also highlighted Avi’s long-standing relationship with the iconic Swoosh logo.

We talked to Avi Gold from Better Gift Shop about his new project with Nike – a shoe collaboration called Air Max Dn8, which is all about revenge. We discussed the design of the shoe and also learned about Avi’s past work with the famous ‘Swoosh’ logo.

Here are some newly unveiled Nike shoe models: The Air Max Phenomena, which is their inaugural sneaker loafer, and the exclusive Astra Ultra for women. Moving on to the topic of waves, we also revealed a two-shoe collaboration between Patta and Nike Air Max 90 “Waves”, set to be released next week. Additionally, a new “Wolf Grey” version of the Ava Rover has appeared as well.

JJJJound continued to make waves in the sneaker industry with not just the release of its PUMA Mostro project, but also unveiling its ASICS GEL-QUANTUM 360 entirely. At the same time, New Balance introduced new colorways for its iconic sneaker loafer, the 1906L, in shades of “Metallic Pink” and “Black/Royal Blue.” adidas combined basketball and American football by transforming Anthony Edwards’ adidas AE 1 Low into a cleat. Lastly, Louis Vuitton finally confirmed the launch of its eagerly anticipated LV BUTTERSOFT sneaker.

After getting updated on the recent happenings in the world of footwear, let’s delve into the top 10 releases you shouldn’t miss this week, commencing with the fresh drops from Nike’s .SWOOSH lineup. Later, swing by HBX to snag styles currently up for grabs.

.SWOOSH x Nike Total 90 III “Quit the Rage”

Launch Date: June 17
Launch Price: $115 USD
Where to Purchase: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: This week, Nike’s web3 and gaming-focused .SWOOSH platform is back with a new drop – the Total 90 III sneaker! Inspired by the world of football, this edition features a “Quit the Rage” theme. The shoe boasts an electric design, symbolizing the frustration gamers might feel when they “rage quit”. Unique details include a cracked T90 logo on the medial side and a printed sockliner detail that reads “Your opponent has forfeited the match.

adidas Italia 60s Made in Italy

Launch Date: June 17
Launch Price: $400 USD
Where Can I Get It: adidas
Why You Might Want to Buy: If you appreciate high-end reinterpretations of iconic shoe designs, adidas has not been timid in making bold moves. In the past year alone, they’ve created premium Italian versions of popular models like the Samba and Gazelle Indoor. The latest addition to this line is the Italia 60s, which boasts luxury construction. This retro sneaker features a “Core White” and “Green” color scheme on its leather upper, complemented by metallic “adidas Italia” branding at the side.

Stone Island Marina x New Balance Numeric 272

Launch Date: June 18th
Launch Price: To Be Confirmed
Where to Purchase: Stone Island
Why It’s Worth Buying: Stone Island and New Balance have teamed up once again, this time combining the nautical influence of Stone Island Marina with the skate-inspired design of New Balance Numeric. The highlight of the collaboration is the Numeric 272, available in three monochromatic colors – white, blue, and yellow. These shoes boast a vulcanized construction, an engineered outsole, and upper materials such as suede and light-reactive poly canvas. Additional features include rubberized heel branding, co-branded dry bag and signal whistle.

Tyler, the Creator x Converse 1908 Naut-1 & Coach Jogger

Launch Date: June 20
Retail Price: Ranging from $80 USD to $100 USD
Where to Purchase: Converse Store
Why You Should Get It: The collaboration between Tyler, the Creator and Converse has been one of the brand’s most successful partnerships since 2017. This dynamic duo is now stepping into a new phase as they unveil the 1908 line, inspired by historical designs. The collection begins with various versions of both the Naut-1 and Coach Jogger shoes. The Naut-1, originally designed in 1971, brings a modern twist to a classic boat shoe look, while the Coach Jogger stands out with its sports-influenced structure.

Nike Air Foamposite One “Triple White”

Launch Date: June 20
Purchase Price: $240 USD
Where to Find: SNKRS
Why You Might Want to Buy: Nike has been continually developing the Air Foamposite One, as well as its subsequent models like the Flightposite and Clogposite. This week, though, the spotlight is on the Air Foamposite One, which boasts a stylish “Triple White” colorway. The 1997 basketball shoe maintains its distinctive liquid-like upper design in a crisp white.

atmos x One Piece x Crocs Classic Clog “Gear 5″

Launch Date: June 21st
Launch Price: Approximately $92 USD (equivalent to ¥13,200 JPY)
Where to Purchase: atmos and Crocs stores
Why You Should Buy: It’s been about two months since the grand sneaker event, atmosCon, in Japan. This event, filled with unique releases, has now given another opportunity to acquire exclusives. This week brings the release of the “Gear 5” One Piece-themed Crocs Classic Clog. The design pays homage to Monkey D. Luffy’s “Gear 5” form, showcasing a cloudy strap and thematic charms.

CLOT x adidas Stan Smith Beaded

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When Can I Get It: June 21st
How Much Will It Cost Me: $160 USD
Where to Find It: adidas stores
Why You Don’t Want to Miss Out: We’re already into the second year of CLOT’s collaboration with adidas, and they’ve been consistently delivering. This time, they’ve given a fresh twist to the classic Stan Smith sneaker, creating a beaded version. The unique East-meets-West design features a white leather upper with black, blue, and white beads hanging from the blue heel tab. CLOT branding is showcased not just on the sockliner, but also on the toe.

Air Jordan 5 “Grape”

Launch Date: June 21st
Retail Price: $215 USD
Where to Purchase: SNKRS
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Out: Jordan Brand is commemorating several milestones this year, among them the 35th anniversary of the Air Jordan 5. This classic design has been refreshed with a variety of new and reintroduced colorways, and the iconic “Grape” appearance will be available again this week. The shoe retains its original features: a white leather upper, purple and blue highlights, a clear outsole, and Nike Air logo on the heel.

adidas Harden Vol. 9 “Red Metallic”

Launch Date: June 21
Launch Price: $160 USD
Where to Purchase: adidas
Why You Should Consider Buying: Although James Harden’s postseason ended early at the hands of Nikola Jokić this year, his collaboration with adidas continues. This week, adidas Basketball is releasing one of Harden’s Fall/Winter 2025 designs – a vibrant “Red Metallic” edition of the adidas Harden Vol. 9. The shoe’s unique sculpted upper is coated in a striking red hue, while its black bootie-like base layer provides contrast.

Veneda Carter x Nike Air Max Muse

– Launch Date: June 23
– Purchase Price: $170 USD
– Where to Find: Veneda Carter
– Why You Might Want to Buy: Get ready as Veneda Carter is all set to debut her first sneaker collaboration with the Swoosh this week. The “White/Hyper Pink” edition of the Air Max Muse is the initial pair in a series, featuring a blend of earthy tones and pristine white elements. Delicate pink accents are complemented by golden detailing, showcasing her penchant for luxury aesthetics.

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