6/11/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Jason Markk New York City Special Pop-Up

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Jason Markk, who has the world’s first drop-off cleaning service for footwear in Los Angeles, will offer his service at a pop up service starting June 18 at the Footaction in Union Square. The pop-up will run through June 26 and the price for services start at $10. If you prefer working on your sneaker you can purchase the cleaning solution at KITH, Opening Ceremony, and J. Crew. 

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6/6/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez RECAP: Pharrell, Nigel Sylvester and Their BMX Crew Take Over NYC

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Pharrell Williams, BMX pro Nigel Sylvester and hip-hop artist Joey Bada$$ have teamed up on Wednesday June 1 for an epic bike tour through the streets of New York City. The event coincided with the G-Star RAW grand opening on Fifth Avenue. The mogul, cyclist and rapper accompanied by a BMX posse made their way from Brooklyn through Soho to the new store cheered on by fans who lined the streets. As the night unfurled, the group celebrated the opening with a much-needed cocktail hour, to usher in a new era of denim provided by the experts at G-Star RAW

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5/31/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Krispy Kreme x Nike Kyrie 2 Collaboration Release

By  Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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On Saturday May 29 a crowd gathered outside the 125th Street House Of Hoops. This was a smaller crowd than the one that had camped out for the Nike Air Jordan 12 Flu-Games , which released that morning. These people endured the sweltering 90-degree heat and humidity for a much more exclusive sneaker the Krispy Kreme Kyrie Irving 2 collaboration. Continue reading

5/27/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Adidas NMD Vintage White

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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The Adidas NMD Primeknit has already created buzz, which has caused those “in the know” to declare it the shoe of Summer 2016. The lightweight and comfortable slip-on woven upper, patented Boost cushioning system, and the added touch of color along the one of a kind midsole unit gives the Adidas NMD Vintage White an unique aesthetic. Continue reading

5/26/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: NiceKicks And Adidas Pharrell

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Nice Kicks invited Pharrell Williams out to its shop for a special pop-up. 10 lucky artists won the chance to create with the multi-hyphenate, who oversaw their work and offered some wise words. Commemorating adidas Originals and Pharrell’s collaborative effort, his Pink Beach collection was on sale and Pharrell was on hand to sign items and meet fans. 

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5/25/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez- SONG OF THE DAY: Rihanna- Needed Me

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Needed Me recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for her eighth studio album, Anti (2016). Written by Rihanna, Brittany Hazard, A. Sneed, Alicia Reneé, Charles Hinshaw and Derrus Rachel together with its producer DJ Mustard and its co-producers Twice as Nice and Frank Dukes. It impacted the radio stations on March 30, 2016, as a follow up single from Anti together with Kiss It Better. The song became Rihanna’s 29th top 10 single on the Billboard Hot 100 peaking at number 10.

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5/25/16 O&A NYC FASHION: FENTY PUMA AW16 Collection by Rihanna- Show Highlights

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Global Sports Brand PUMA and Women’s Creative Director Rihanna presented the FENTY PUMA by RIHANNA AW16 Collection at New York Fashion Week. Overcome by environmental elements and an ominous mood-inducing energy, frostbitten models walked the runway with a bold chill. Continue reading

5/24/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Louis Vuitton Pays Homage to Japan’s Powerful Influence With The Volez, Voguez, Voyagez Exhibition

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Louis Vuitton has recently opened an exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. Dubbed “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez,” the project showcases Japanese traditions such as tea ceremonies and the classic Japanese dance drama known as kabuki.

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Along with a profound love of craftsmanship, pieces are gathered together to form a small bonsai garden for amusement. In addition, “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez” gains an inspiration from nature which can be seen throughout many pieces.

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If you are planning a trip to Tokyo you are in luck the Japanese Room from the Volez, Voguez, Voyagez Louis Vuitton exhibition is currently free and open to the public until June 19.

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5/21/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Is This The Next Yeezy ? The Adidas Yeezy Boost 750 Grey/Gum

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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The Yeezy hype train rolls on with what appears to be the next release of the coveted sneakers, this adidas YEEZY Boost 750 in Dark Grey. Looking pretty similar to the initial release of the bold high-top silhouette in 2015, the main difference with the new colorway is the gummy sole that actually glows in the dark. These are rumored to be the next adidas Yeezy sneaker release, but there’s no confirmation of an exact release date yet. Enjoy this latest preview and stay tuned to Sneaker News for all late-breaking Yeezy news.

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5/21/16 O&A NYC IT’S SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Cyclops- Rick Owens SS16 Menswear Show

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Rick Owens claimed he was fixated on the M-65 field jacket in his Spring 2016 collection for men. Its ambiguity mesmerized him: how something that embodied the dignity of a military uniform should also become the garb of antiwar protestors.  Continue reading