Nike SB Mid-Top Premiums: A Love Story

Once upon a time, there was a lad by the name of Lincoln Ashire Winsbury Ferginton (although he was usually called 'Lawf' for short). Lawf was known for his monogamous relationship with his footwear, that meaning he only had one pair of motherf****** kicks. How he kept this relationship going for so long, I know not, but he did so until his 18th birthday when his brother sat him down for a talk.

"Look Lawf," his brother started, "I know how much you love your sneakers. I mean, you guys share so much history. But I think...I think it's time you moved on."

"No," Lawf shouted, "I love my babies dearly! They've been there for me when no one else was!"

"I understand Lawf," his brother muttered, "but look at them. They're on their last leg. And in all honesty, they're kind of played out. No one wants to be seen rocking some else's sloppy seconds Lawf. Think about it."

Lawf looked down at his feet and although he hated what his brother was saying, he knew deep in his heart that his words were true. His all white Air Force Ones were now a dingy shade of Mother of Pearl, the shoes strings gray, the toe was scuffed beyond recognition, and the toe was *gasp* creased. Tears filled Lawf's eyes as he looked at his once pride and joys.

"I guess I have to do what I have to do," he thought to himself. With a heart-felt sigh, Lawf gently pried the Ones off his feet and carefully and quite lovingly threw them in the trash.

"What am I to do now," Lawf asked his brother, "I can't just walk around single," he muttered as he pointed to his feet.

"Not to worry little brother, I got you covered. Close your eyes."

Although slightly disbelieving, Lawf closed his eyes. His brother was a true shoe guru, and if he said he had Lawf covered, it was undoubtedly true.

"Okay, you can open your eyes," his brother said.

So Lawf did just that, and the sight he saw was so beautiful, so gorgeous, it brought tears to his eyes and a tingle to his toes:

"Oh big bro," Lawf cried, "they're...they're so beautiful! I don't know if I can choose any specific one!"

"Choose," his big brother asked, "who said you had to choose one?"

"What do you mean?" Lawf whispered.

"Welcome," his brother whispered back, "to your love affair with footwear."

Nike Zoom Harbour SB- Fish

These sure are a catch (get it? because they're called the Fish edition)...hahaha...haha...ha...UM...I'll stick to blogging...

Anyways...I'm really feeling these a little bit. The color scheme is very warm, what with the sexy pastel green fish scale pattern, the light pink rim, and the white outlining. And with the warm weather soon approaching, a purchase like this will be anything but fishy (okay, okay, I'm done).

Adidas Doley Low

iRocks with these summertime beauties. The swirl patterns give these shoes a lot of workability that other kicks lack. Outfits can either play on the straight color or can work with the secondary color of the kicks and compliment the shoes (as I'm sure all of you fashionistas and fashionistos already knew). The white base of these sneakers gives them the typical "summer clean" look that many shoes are going for, and if you are on your "I'm a big kid now *boop* *boop*" and can keep these shoes crisp, this will be a NICE purchase.

P.S.

The fact that they are Adidas instead of one of the more "mainstream" brands is NOT a downside; in fact, in a fashionably forward setting, it may set the wearer apart and above some of the other Nike/Supra/DC heads. Mmmm...how does that taste?

Vans Vault Supercosa--Summer '09

These are an interesting release from Vans. Inspired by a biker look, these shoes come in two colorways: Brown and White. They also features perforations that provide ventilation for your feet during the hot summer months. These are currently going for $110. They also come with a Vans edition bikers hat...

The Boys-High Top Cleanliness

"The Boys" is a clothing brand based in South Korea. They do things. I don't know why I like these so much, after all, they look like every other pair of black patent leather high tops I seem to be running into nowaday. I just don't know. Maybe it's the sleek classic look the toe of the shoe gives, like an extra-dope pair of Converses, or that one badass velcro-strap that gives the shoe a slightly Adidas shell-toe kind of feel. I don't know if it's a good or bad thing if I like a pair of shoes because they remind me of a different pair of shoes, but regardless, you'd catch me with a pair of these on my feet.

Diet Butcher Slim Skinny Sneakers

Oh wow...these are really...something. I'm not one to critique kicks on people, but if you can pull these off...you're a God. These look like a colab between Nike ACGs and...if Megaman started a shoeline? I don't know, I'm just not really feeling these. I understand the patent leather movement for sneakers, however, these just look juvenile. What with the bulky base and the sloppy ankle/lower shin support, these shoes seem better suited for a Super Nintendo video game than a runway...I just can't say I give these the okay...*womp* *womp*

Foreign Flyness

Le Coq Sportif...hmmm...yay or nay? And the "yays" have it! I do declare I'm really feeling these kicks. They have a crispness to them that alot of American brand shoes lack. The natural texturing combined with the simple color schemes make these a very hot buy. Anyone wearing these kicks should expect a lot of "damn homie, where'd you cop those?"-esque comments, and rightfully so. This is very popular brand with the Italians and French...and who even wonders why? I want them.

For the ladies...Nike Women's Air Troupe SWT

These are an interesting pick for the ladies. I'm diggin the colorway and the design. For $88, these are a nice choice that aren't too expensive.

Pics via Sneakerhead

Newest LAWF logo...

The distinctive phrase, "keep your eyes open, and keep being unfaithful...", has officially become a distinctive logo. The LAWF Unfaithful Eyes aim to represent one who is being cautious about their affair. This will be seen on many pieces of apparel from LAWF in the future. Many more designs and logos will be coming soon. So stay tuned to the facebook group, "Love Affair With Footwear," and the facebook fan page, "LAWF (Love Affair With Footwear)" for updates. Keep your eyes open, and keep being unfaithful...

Sabertooth Nikes

Wolverine's archnemesis Sabertooth has been granted his own sneaker by Nike. This Nike Air Max 95 has been dubbed the Sabertooth Edition by Nike. The tongue is the most "stand outish" feature of the shoe: it has been featured with a faux fur trim. 

Pics via freshnessmag.com

Nike Summer 2009 Collection

All are avaliable at Proper

Nike Hypermax--Tennis Ball Edition

This colorway is sure to turn heads. It is impossible to not notice these if you see someone walking down the street wearing them. The colorway is clearly inspired from that of a tennis ball; and Nike did a pretty good job of matching up the color.  These particular hypermaxes lack Nike's patented flywire technology. There is no set date for their release yet, so just keep your eyes open and keep being unfaithful...

Pic via Leaders

Sebago Lighthouse Deck Shoes

I am all about versatility and switching the game up sometimes, but these are a NO. These look like a cross between some step show boots and some boat shoes. Sebago is offering many more colorways, but I definitely think no more need to be seen. These are supposed to hit retailers sometime next week for $140...

Marc Jacob Vans

Vans and Marc Jacobs continue to collab and put out hot shoes.  The shoes feature an electric suede and corduroy combination. The shoes come in three colorways: black/grey, tourqoise/blue and forrest/green; they are supposedly some very comfortable shoes also. If they are priced like previous Vans and Jacob collabs, they should not be too pricy. 

Jordan V Pack

I made a post about these a couple of months ago. They have been officially entitled "The Toro Bravo" Pack. One of the colorways includes a red suede upper, and the other features a 3M material upper.  The customized box was inspired by the wooden gates that seperate bulls from their victims.  They are set to hit retailers May 30th and will go for $310. 

Michelle Obama rocks Lanvin sneakers

Yes. The first lady was recently seen rocking a pair of Lanvin sneakers. This particular model retails at $540. I have been saying since Obama announced his candidacy that she continues to get more beautiful each time I see her; and this sighting solidifies that statement. The First Fly First Lady...someone may be having a love affair with footwear.