Wish x adidas Originals SL Loop “Independent Currency” Launch Event Recap
Adidas Originals, Dj Don Cannon, Event, independent currency, Steve Reisman
Author: Julie Hogg
Vans Doren Era “Camo/Checkered”
Just in time for the summer, Vans keeps the heat coming with its latest shipment. Inspired by reissued prints and patterns from the Vans archived, The Van Doren Era is a classic low top lace-up skate shoe that has a durable stitched, all-over printed canvas upper, metal eyelets, padded tongue and lining.
Purchase the Vans Doren Era “Camo/Checkered” here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
Coming Soon: Air Jordan 3 Retro “Wolf Grey”
Jordan Brand is back this summer with the release of a classic: the Air Jordan 3 Retro “Wolf Grey.” The retro features a grey leather upper, metallic silver elephant print and black hits on the tongue, laces, heel and rear midsole. White works the rest of the midsole, which sits atop a grey rubber outsole. Be on the lookout for more information on this upcoming release.
Vans Authentic Star Wars “Yoda Aloha”
Iconic forces merge in the Vans x Star Wars collection when scenes and characters from the legendary film meet up with this Vans Classic. Featuring one of Vans archival Hawaiian prints and incorporating Yoda, the Star Wars collection Authentic takes the heritage low top, lace-up with durable printed upper, metal eyelets, Vans flag label and Vans Original Waffle Outsole.
Purchase the Vans Authentic Star Wars “Yoda Aloha” here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
Sneak Peek: Wish x FILA
We’re excited to announce our collaboration here at Wish: a two-pack of sneakers with the legendary FILA. Stay tuned for more info…
Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid QS “Wimbledon” & “Black”
Following up on the newly released Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid, Nike is back with a new look in the latest Tech Challenge series just in time for the Wimbledon Tournament in London. Fusing four generations of Andre Agassi signature models, the latest rendition follows much of the same 90’s-inspired aesthetic with florescent color scheme on a much darker backdrop than previous showcase. The “Wimbledon” features a white, green, and wolf grey color scheme, while the “Black” is mocked up in a white, pink, and varsity purple colorway. If you missed out on the previous “Air Tech Challenge Hybrid”, these two might be a good option for you.
Purchase the Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid QS “Wimbledon” & “Black” in-store only via our Moreland Ave. location. Phone orders are also accepted by dialing 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted by sending a size request to orders@wishatl.com
1-2-1 w/jeffstaple ft. B.O.B.
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Earlier this summer, Jeff Staple traveled down here to Atlanta for a special talk at the High Museum of Art and an exclusive interview with hometown favorite B.O.B. hosted here at Wish. The rapper/musician has been at the top of various music charts since 2008 and continues to create cross-genre music, which can be seen in his new mixtape titled “No Genre Part 2.” Jeff and B.O.B. sit down to talk about his beginnings selling snacks to mainstream recognition and the importance of making mistakes.
adidas Originals Stan Smith by Raf Simons
Designer Raf Simons presents the Summer 2014 with the adidas Originals Stan Smith. Staying true to its restrained, minimal design, Raf Simons have added some flourish to give the shoe a fresh new look, most notable with the vibrant all orange model. Decked out in orange leather, the shoe features a tonal suede heel patch, perforated “R” logo, and debossed “RAF SIMONS” logo on the back of the shoe.
Purchase the adidas Originals Stan Smith by Raf Simons here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
Coming Soon: Air Jordan 14 Retro (GG) Dark Grey
After the release of the Air Jordan 14 Retro “Thunder”, Jordan brand introduces a new dark grey/hyper pink iteration of the classic silhouette. Exclusively for the ladies, the sneakers shine with solid grey nubuck upper complimented by black and hyper pink highlights, sitting atop white midsoles and finished with black laces. Be on the look out for the Air Jordan 14 Retro (GG) Dark Grey coming soon at Wish.
Wish x adidas “Independent Currency” Launch Event Recap
Last week we teamed up with adidas Originals to celebrate the release of our SL Loop Runner “Independent Currency” shoe. Set to sounds from DJ Don Cannon, our Moreland Avenue location was transformed with full-sized adidas window displays and real $2 bills in the floor. With a sold-out RSVP list and a line out the door, the guests who arrived early were given a chance to buy the shoes before anyone else and received a free tee with purchase. Quenching the thirst of the attendees, a full bar was provided featuring beverages by D’usse and Dos Equis. Along with an animated photo booth by Smilebooth and an appearance by the $2 Bill Man himself, Steven Reisman, the store was filled with all of the support the city had to offer. Take a look at the images from the event below:
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Coming Soon: Solebox x Reebok Instapump Fury 20th Anniversary
Berlin’s, Solebox offers up its patriotic take on the Reebok Instapump Fury for the shoe’s 20th anniversary. Designed by Hikmet Sugoer, Solebox’s principal designer, the shoe features a printed upper using a modified version of German flecktarn camouflage with green suede accents and a black woven fabric heel. Adding to the mix are a black inflatable cage, red accents, and a woven German flag on the tongue.
Social Status x Reebok Instapump Fury 20th Anniversary “Hornets”
As we transition from the Sneakersnstuff rendition, Reebok presents its latest collaboration with, Social Status. This Instapump Fury 20th anniversary is mocked up in a teal base with a printed honeycomb graphic and purple tie-dye effect inflatable cage. Completing the look are lifelike hornet graphics on the cage and purple teal gradient midsole. Be on the look out for the “Hornets” coming soon to Wish.
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Coming Soon: Air Jordan 1 Retro ’99 “Thunder” & “Black Toe”
Jordan Brand continues its run of the hybrid collection for the summer season with the new arrivals of the Air Jordan 1 Retro ’99 White & Grey. This range offers some nice color options including a White/Black and Grey/Black colorway that offers a good alternative for those who weren’t able to pick up a pair in 2006. Similar to the Jordan 14, the shoe offers perforated sections on the side panels and heel branding. Be on the look out for both pairs and GS sizes on the white colorway coming soon at our Moreland Ave. location.
New Balance 580 Neon Pack
Just in time for the warm weather, New Balance drops off an eye-catching pack perfect for the summer. Originally a trail running shoe, the New Balance 580 is street-style favorite with plenty of cushioning for urban adventuring. Enhanced by a unique blend of materials and New Balance’s consistent standard of quality, these new releases are now available at Wish.
Purchase the New Balance 580 Pack here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
Air Jordan 1 Low
For Summer 2014, Jordan Brand readies a classic “Air Jordan 1 High” silhouette in the form of a “Low.” Mocked up in a “Black/Red” colorway, hits of elephant print give a nod to the Air Jordan 3, and a full grain outsole completes the look. If you missed out on any of the Jordan “bred” retros, this might be a good option for you.
Purchase the Air Jordan 1 Low in-store only via our Moreland Ave. location. Phone orders are also accepted by dialing 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted by sending a size request to orders@wishatl.com
Sneakersnstuff x Reebok Instapump Fury 20th Anniversary
Swedish retailer, Sneakernstuff, is the latest store to celebrate the Reebok Instapump Fury’s 20th anniversary with their take on the revolutionary silhouette. Using the same color palette as last years collaboration with the Reebok Question, “A Shoe About Nothing,” this Instapump Fury features a heather grey jersey knit upper, a mint inflatable cage and subtle hits of burgundy to complete look.
Purchase the Sneakersnstuff x Reebok Instapump Fury 20th Anniversary here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
New Balance 530 90’s “Running White”
New Balance is digging deeper into their archives with the newest re-release of the 530 model. Capturing the aura of the 90’s, the pair features a synthetic and mesh upper in an OG colorway, and finished off with ENCAP technology. This shoe is now available online and in-store at our Moreland Ave. location.
Purchase the New Balance 530 90’s “Running White” here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
A Closer Look Inside The Wish x adidas Originals Installation
Gearing up to introduce our collaboration with adidas Originals, we are celebrating the launch of the SL Loop Runner, “Independent Currency,” with a release event on July 3rd. We are excited to take you on a tour of the new adidas Originals graphic install that commemorates the concept of the sneakers. Featuring the currency theme seen on the pair, the exterior windows and door are decked out with the model name and $2 bill graphics. As you take a step inside, real money covers the glass flooring, details from the sneaker are on the column and the actual shoe is featured in a shadow box. Be sure to swing by and check out the store to get the full experience.
Air Jordan 1 Mid Mens/Womens New Arrivals
Jordan Brand continues to release more iterations of the Air Jordan 1 sneaker. This latest drop features a minimal colorway for the mens, while the ladies shoes see hints of eye-popping colors throughout. First up for the men is the patent leather anthracite upper with tonal branding and subtle perforated detailing around the Swoosh. Sitting atop a simple white midsole, the pair is finished off with an icy blue translucent outsole. The second pair are mocked up in an all black patent leather upper with yellow detailing on the swoosh and branding. As we direct our attention to the ladies footwear, the first pair sees a black leather and suede upper, a pink Swoosh and contrasting branding. The second pair features a white and grey upper and pink detailing on the branding. Take a closer look at the images below and purchase your pair now at our Moreland Ave. location or by placing a phone order.
Purchase the Air Jordan 1 Mid Mens/Womens New Arrivals in-store only via our Moreland Ave. location. Phone orders are also accepted by dialing 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted by sending a size request to orders@wishatl.com
New Balance Women’s 2014 Summer New Arrivals
New Balance graces its female customer with a new pairing of releases for the summer season. The duo, consisting of a 580 and 574 model, sees a colorful burst of colors fitting for the season. Enhanced by a unique blend of materials and New Balance’s consistent standard of quality, these new releases are now available at Wish.
Purchase the New Balance Women’s 2014 Summer New Arrivals here as well as in-store through our Moreland Ave. location.
