Month: August 2016

Rio 2016: A Lit Sneaker Olympics

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Every 4 years when the Olympics come around, we’re treated to lots of great shoes. Brands bring out their latest and greatest to showcase on the world’s biggest stage … and sneakerheads get a chance to immerse themselves in dozens of Olympic collections, collaborations, and colorways. Each and every Olympic Games has their own special releases, but Rio 2016 may very well be one of the best Olympics in terms of sneakers yet, as every brand that dropped special products came correct. read more


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Infant Shoe Hype? Baby Yeezys Are Causing A Commotion

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Sneakerheads are always thirsty for any shoe designed/endorsed by Kanye West. You already know this. You know about the raffles. The instant sell-outs online. The crazy resell prices. The hype is borderline insane. But did you ever really think it would extend to baby shoes?

In case you haven’t heard, the beloved Yeezy 350 Boost will be releasing in infant sizes this fall. That’s right, there are going to be baby Yeezys. Now you can dress your little one in Kanye’s finest footwear for a whopping $120. read more


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It’s Time To Retire Rock Tees From Your Wardrobe

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Trends come, and they go. What starts out as a fashion statement by a select few will catch on like wildfire, and grow until it’s found at every mall retailer you can think of, and worn by every trend-hopper you know. You can’t go anywhere without seeing it, whatever it may be. What was once cool has become totally washed, and needs to be retired.

The most recent trend to reach this level of hype? Rock tees. What was once only worn by rock fans to support their favorite band has now infiltrated mainstream fashion culture on every level, and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon … which is why now is a perfect time for you to remove any and all rock tees from your wardrobe. read more


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The Come Up: 3 Brands You’ll Be Seeing More Of This Fall

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It’s time to start getting your fall wardrobe ready.

Sure, we’ve still got a decent chunk of summer in front of us … but the start of school is drawing closer and closer, and it’ll be upon us before you know it. You’ll always see an influx of new clothing in the fall, and you might have an opportunity to get acquainted with a brand you’re not terribly familiar with.

We always do our best to spot trends in the Twin Cities, and there are three brands that we really think you’ll be seeing more of this fall. Just remember who called it when you see it. read more


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Brrr! Gucci Time Pop-Up At Rival Sneakers

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Nobody’s hotter than Gucci Mane right now. After his recent release from jail, Gucci dropped a new album, “Everybody Looking”, and has become a must-follow on Instagram and Snapchat. A whole new era of fans has been introduced to his music and personality, and he’s back on top where he belongs once again.

Gucci’s old fans are thrilled about his successful return too, and day 1 OG Gucci supporter and designer Chris Bailey recently hosted a “Gucci Time” pop-up shop at Rival Sneakers in Tucson, AZ. With original T-shirts designed by Chris himself, and Gucci-inspired artwork, it was an event that couldn’t be missed by any Gucci fan. read more


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First Thoughts: Supreme F/W ’16

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You probably saw the news when you woke up Monday morning. There’s a good chance your phone was buzzing with texts from your fashion-forwards homies asking for your opinion and thoughts. The Internet is going nuts, like it always does. Yup, the lookbook and product images for Supreme F/W ’16 are upon us.

So here’s a true first impression for you. I just finished browsing through everything for the very first time, and am going off the top of my head with my unfiltered thoughts and opinions on the collection. It’s 11 AM Monday as this is being written, and we’re getting right to it. The first word that comes to my mind? Safe. read more


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Music Mondays: August 15th

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For today’s edition of Music Mondays, we’re feeling nostalgic … so we’re going to bring you some classic Clipse heat. Here’s “Mama I’m So Sorry”, off of their classic album Hell Hath No Fury.


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Ever Wondered What’s Inside Your Shoes?

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A lot of sneaker heads are product nerds … and who can blame us? It’s dope learning about the different materials that go into a shoe, what they do, and how the shoes themselves are constructed. There’s a myriad of different technologies on the market, and each offers their own special benefits.

We’re betting that if you’re here reading this article, you know a good amount about technology. You understand the difference between Air Max and Zoom Air. You know what makes Boost foam so great. But have you ever seen what a shoe looks like when it’s been completely cut open? What the difference between  an older release and a newer release is on the inside? read more


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New NSOD Jackets Are Available Now

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Here at KicksOneTwo, we can always appreciate a fire jacket. As summer’s drawing to a close and fall’s almost upon us (it’s coming up faster than you might think!), it’s crucial that you keep a few in your wardrobe.

Well, you’re in luck. The homie Gerald from NSOD Clothing just dropped his most recent “Mirror” jacket in a super-clean red, white, and silver colorway. It features NSOD (which stands for Never Stop On Dreams if you didn’t already know) detailing on the arm, a “Masked Dreamer” logo on the chest a 3M hood and back panel, custom cloud-print lining, and if all that wasn’t enough for you, it’s even reversible so you can rock the clouds on the outside if you chose. read more


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The Glory Days Of Sneaker YouTube

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There’s a wealth of sneaker-related content on YouTube. From unboxing videos to vlogs to product reviews, there’s truly something for every sneakerhead, as there are hundreds of channels you can watch.

However, we’ve gotta admit … it used to be better. Nowadays Qias Omar’s dorky vlogs (we like the guy but you’re lying to yourself if you say he’s not a bit of a herb) and Blake Linder’s rich-kid douchiness (will someone please catch him slipping at Heat Club one of these days?) seem to overpower what used to be a haven for a small community of real sneakerheads. The game has certainly evolved and changed, and not all of it is for the better. read more


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