Leo Chang

Leo Chang is a sneaker designer for Nike's KD Series. He has been working with Kevin Durant since 2009 on his KD IV. What's unique about Chang is that he is branching off from just creating for KD but was ask to design a special edition line for Kobe and Lebron's sneakers. The special edition is the Elite Series of each players shoes. The purpose of the Elite Series is taking the original design of the sneaker and create a shoe that is high on performance and style for the post-game season. Each player; Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, and Lebron James will debut their new sneakers during the playoffs. Not only that Chang got to redesign his own sneaker but he gets to redesign shoes made from other great designers. The series of photos are meant to show how the design process works. Although this is just a teaser, Chang has not unveil the final product. Keep watching the NBA Playoffs and try to spot Elite Series sneakers from Durant, Bryant, James and other players that got their hands on one.

Wings Collaboration

Another collaboration has risen from the woodworks. Jeremy Scott is a famous designer with his outlandish vision for Adidas. Aside from sneakers, Scott has been a part of many projects throughout his career. But nothing looks more appealing than designs on an automobile. Smart has reach out and took inspiration from the "Wings" Adidas by Jeremy Scott. The car will be called the Forjeremy Smart Car. It is set to release the car later this month. Base price starting at $43,550.

The Original Jeremy Scott "Wings" by Adidas.

Collection

Sneaker collecting has become essential to the sneaker culture. Jon Hundreds, Creator of The Hundreds ,  has gave the public a look inside his collection. As far collection ges, he definitely has shown a pretty impressive stash. This kind of lifestyle is very expensive but individuals that do have an extreme passion for collecting. Take a look at this hoarder-like collection of sneakers.

There's an rare find, Nike Air Yeezy 2.

Nike Foamposite "Galaxy" another exclusive.  

Galaxy Art

Ghica Popa is an innovative artist that remodel a few popular sneakers. It seems to be a common trend that the spacely theme is displaying on many shoes like the Galaxy edition of the signature Nike Basketball. Ghica Popa took his own twist on the Galaxy theme and turn the theme into an art. these are a few of his work. 

Air Jordan 3

Air Max 96 Neon

Air Jordan 4 Military Blue

Air Max 1 Red

Talking Shoe

ArtCopyCode by Google has collaborate with Zachary Lieberman, founder of YesYesNo, to create a “Talking Shoe” that sends data to web apps and broadcast the information through Google+ and other social media sites.The concept behind the shoe is very interesting because it connects everyday objects to advance technology for the sake of storytelling. This is a great way for a person to record workout routines or just try to stay connected to there friends with the distractions of fondling with you're phone. Although, it may need some design changes but it is very innovative to have wearable technology. Check out the first look at the "Talking Shoe" in the video below. 

Incase SYSTM

Trying to steer away from typical sneaker blog, I want to introduce the world to other findings i come across. Incase brand have always created many stylish and simple phone cases but they were never been the best in protection, mostly because protection is over taken by Otterbox. Incase have now introduce a whole new line of phone cases that not only looks great but can support the life of your phone. Only available at the website.  Here's a glimpse of the product but there are more colors and variation to choose from.

Incase Website

All Star Weekend 2013

Some amazing sneakers were worn this weekend in Houston for NBA All Star Weekend. Kevin Durant, Lebron James, and Kobe Bryant all displayed their All Star Edition sneakers for the event. Here is some of the cool shoes that was worn.

Lebron James showing off his new sneakers to rapper Jay-Z and singer Beyonce.

Hardcore defense from Kobe Bryant with his new Kobe 8 "All Star".

OKC Thunder Kevin Durant dunking like a beast with his new All Star edition KD V.

LA Clippers Blake Griffin taking a lob wearing his own custom Jordan SuperFly 2.