We are halfway through 2023 and have already seen many unique sneaker releases come by. In the past six months we saw collabs with Travis Scott, Tiffany & Co, and Action Bronson come by, and the Air Max 1 'Big Bubble' made its comeback.
Check out Sneakerjagers' top 10 releases of 2023 so far.
Air Jordan 3 'White Cement Reimagined'
In late March 2023, the Air Jordan 3 Retro 'White Cement Reimagined' was released. The sneaker paid tribute to the OG 'White Cement' colorway and came with red details. On the toecap and heel, the well-known 'Elephant' print emerges, a motif designed by Tinker Hatfield specifically for this silhouette. The yellowed sole gives the pair a retro touch.
Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG 'University Red'
Perhaps the most special release of 2023, the return of the Air Max 1 'Big Bubble'. During Air Max Day 2023, the Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG 'University Red' dropped. The sneaker came with the enlarged Air unit in the midsole and arrived in the OG 'University Red' colorway. In our opinion, one of the best releases so far.
Read the story behind the 'Big Bubble' here.
Nike SB x Air Jordan 4 'Pine Green'
On March 21, 2023, the highly anticipated Nike SB x Air Jordan 4 'Pine Green' was released. At first glance, the sneaker looks like a regular Air Jordan 4 release. However, the Jumpman logo on the heel has been replaced with the Nike SB logo and the sneaker comes with a gum sole. The 'Pine Green' is an OG colorway at Nike and combines the colors white, green, and red.
Jarritos x Nike SB Dunk Low 'Phantom'
In June 2023, a very special collaboration appeared – that of Jarritos and Nike. Mexican soft drink brand Jarritos teamed up with Nike for the first time and gave the SB Dunk Low a colorful makeover. The sneaker features both brands' branding on the upper. The jute overlays give the pair a unique, summer look.
Action Bronson x New Balance 990v6 'Baklava'
Rapper and chef Action Bronson was spotted wearing the New Balance 990v6 'Baklava' for the first time during the 'All Elite Wrestling's All Out' event. The first collab between the rapper and New Balance came in a striking colorway. The 'Baklava' has a chunky silhouette and comes with a striking blue midsole.
Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 OG SP Low 'Olive'
When Travis Scott and Nike come together, you know something special is in store. Any release in collaboration with the Houston rapper is golden, and so is the Air Jordan 1 Low OG SP 'Olive'. The sneaker comes in a well-known color palette, typical of Scott's collabs. The center panel features the reversed Swoosh and the Cactus Jack logos on the heel.
Corteiz x Nike Air Max 95
In 2023, British clothing label Corteiz teamed up with Nike for the first time. In the first collab, the Air Max 95 silhouette received three colorways; the 'Gutta Green', 'Aegean Storm' and the 'Pink Beam'. The 'Gutta Green,' as pictured above, was an instant hit. The model combines different shades of green and has a mesh upper. The British label's logos appear on the toe cap and heel. A strong debut if you ask us.
Tiffany & Co x Nike Air Force 1 Low 'Black'
One of the most talked about sneakers of 2023: the Tiffany & Co x Nike Air Force 1 'Black'. The sneaker in collaboration with the American jewelry brand has a chic look. The upper is premium leather and features turquoise details that hint at the collaboration with Tiffany & Co.
The sneaker has a fairly understated design, but it was mainly the accompanying attributes that made it a unique release. The sneaker came with a silver toothbrush, shoehorn, and a whistle. The custom shoe box that the Air Force 1 Low came in also has a classy look and makes the release one for the books.
Stone Island x New Balance 574 Legacy 'Green'
The Stone Island x New Balance 574 Legacy 'Green' also definitely deserves a spot in Sneakerjagers' top 10 releases of 2023. With its clean colorway and use of premium materials, the 574 Legacy silhouette proves once again that the sneaker is (and will remain) an all-time classic. The sleek details on the center panel and toe cap make it a sneaker suitable for any fit.
Nike Air Max 1 'Design by Japan'
Lastly, we have the Nike Air Max 1 'Design By Japan'. The sneaker, which was specially designed for Air Max Day 2023, has a sleek colorway. The upper combines the colors white, olive green, and orange. The yellow midsole gives the sneaker a special twist and the tongue and heel feature retro Nike logos.
Whether the second half of 2023 will come with equally strong releases remains to be seen. Keep an eye on our release calendar and don't miss a sneaker drop.