Industry News covers the business side of sneakers: resale platforms, brand deals and the gray areas of buying and selling. Read what unauthorized authentic shoes are and whether they’re legal, what a sneaker plug is, and how new marketplace features like StockX Listings and the StockX Mystery Box work. We also follow athlete deals, such as Kylian Mbappé leaving Nike for On, and resale markets outside the US. It’s for resellers and anyone who wants to understand the sneaker market beyond release day.
The sneaker industry certainly knows all about the appeal of Travis Scott’s sneaker collabs. Whatever the man drops, you bet that it will sell out real fast. Now, Nike and Jordan Brand obviously know how to turn a deal into a lucrative gig, but so do resellers! They’re actually thriving lately because the value of…
The hip-hop scene is in shambles in 2024, and fans are here for it! And the main feuding sides are none other than Kendrick Lamar and Drake. You see, both sides have a huge following in the music industry. And now, both sides have fired shots at each other which resulted in a hip-hop feud…
Whenever an industry grows and its popularity blows up, you can expect a downside to it. And when it comes to the sneaker industry, the downside is fake sneakers. But the battle is never one-sided, because sneaker authentication is here to save the day! Apps and services like Checkcheck and more are exactly what you…
Who knew that Adidas had it in them to pull practical jokes on everyone? Well, now we know for sure that the three stripes brand has got some jokes going for them. You see, the industry went crazy over an interesting announcement by the German brand! So… what’s up with the shoe box Adidas kicks?…
We love sneaker shopping, we really do. But sometimes the sizes and the prices can get too overwhelming. And if you have a shoe size that can pass across several age groups, it gets even more confusing. So far, sneaker brands have been pretty consistent with their sizing groups. However, Nike introduced its new size…
When we say that the sneaker industry is always changing, we sure as heck ain’t kidding! There are always brands on the rise, while others drop under the radar. It’s basically a fight over who will be on top, and naturally, Nike always puts up a solid game. However, even the most relevant brands need…
Happy Air Max Day peeps! It’s always a delight to celebrate one of the most comfortable sneaker technologies. And this year, Nike certainly upped the game with a new silhouette and amazing releases. However, it seems like the biggest treat in 2024 isn’t even officially connected to Nike! You see, the AirMax.com domain is on…
It seems like the earth got too tiny for Crocs and their shenanigans! And in 2024, we’re going to outer space and getting some extraterrestrial vibes with the brand. But it seems like another recruit joined the spaceship, and that would be none other than Edison Chen’s CLOT! This unlikely, yet very welcome, partnership is…
If you haven’t noticed yet, 2024 seems like a very interesting year for anime fans who happen to be sneakerheads. And don’t get us wrong, that’s a pretty big chunk of sneakerheads right there. Now, this year was certainly great for everyone interested in either because we had lots of anime sneakers collabs! But we’re…
Toys and games can never go out of fashion, and just like sneakers, they can become a valuable investment! And one company that owns different brands worth collecting is Mattel. You probably know that the company owns the Barbie franchise! However, this is not the only brand we’ll cover today. You see, we’re gonna give…