The guys at Nike Harajuku in Tokyo have graced us with shots of this new colorway of the Nike Kobe VII in an interesting iridescent colorway. Be sure to click through and view the gallery containing images of the shoe finished in a sparkling purple hue, as well as the blueish-green above. Yep, they’re the same shoe. The Flywire-infused upper reflects back differing colors depending on the angle and lighting, making this most innovative of basketball sneakers even more so. It’s proving to be a big year for Kobe — in terms of his signature sneaker, not so much for his Lakers — but this is one release that might be contained to just the Asian market. Stay tuned for word on a stateside drop.

Reebok’s trip around the world to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Workout design continues with a Starcow x Reebok collaboration. In this edition, we get some Parisian influence to the classic Reebok silhouette, which results in a waterproof soft grey suede upper, orange lining, and a sand-colored gum outsole. A pair of Thinsulate inserts were added to boost its comfort score along with a touch of red and black on the top laces, giving this skate-inspired sneaker a a few more hits of color. These Starcow-designed Workout’s will be available at Reebok retailer along with the other global designs on February 15th. via: HS

The original ‘Be True to Your School’ colorblocking on the Nike Dunk High is one that still stands as the go-to look for the sneaker so many years later. The simple two-tone pairing of a bold color on a white background just can’t be messed up, as we’ve seen on countless iterations since their original release. Playing with convention a bit, Nike just released the ‘March Madness’ pack of Dunk High’s, which sticks to the collegiate theme but switches in a black background for the iconic look. And while March isn’t here quite yet, you can indeed cop them now from Nikestore or at brick and mortar spots like Proper. Follow us after the jump for the full photos of each pair from the Nike Dunk High ‘March Madness’ pack.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the adidas brand’s famous Munich silhouette, adidas Originals built a unique “LEPLOOP” campaign, which mixes its famous sneaker with the music of sound engineer LuckyBeard. First introduced in 1972, the classic München took off as sneakerhead enjoyed both its design and premium construction, highlighted today with suede uppers and perforated leather on the toe. The Spring 2012 anniversary release arrives in five classic colorways, each inspired by the Olympic rings, and is joined by a custom version of the analog groove-box, the Leploop, given to LuckyBread to create a track to mark the occasion. Check out the results of this anniversary campaign after the jump and pick up the shoes when they drop later this month.

The fireworks have been long gone. So are the lion dancers and other Chinese New Year festivities. But there is still an opportunity for you to partake in the celebration once again with Freshness’ current giveaway – a pristine pair of Nike Air Force 1 – Year of the Dragon in US Size 11. To enter for a chance to win, simply follow the 3 easy steps after the click. A friendly reminder though, the contest will end tonight when the clock strikes 11:59 pm EST.

Contest End Date: February 3rd, 2012 (Tonight!) | 11:59 pm EST

New from Vans California are two styles of the brand’s deconstructed Eras. First up is the Dress Blues/Brown Leather colorway, featuring white round laces and a build that showcases a brown leather quarter panel sandwiched between navy suede at the vamp and heel counter. Meanwhile, the Dark Shadow/Black Coffee style has a material story that sees charcoal suede at the vamp and heel, finished with a textured black leather quarter and matching round laces. Both show contrast white stitching throughout the upper plus a white midsole absent the customary foxing stripe. Leather lining and a leather Vans tag round out the details. Both colorways of the Vans Era Decon CA are available now at the Vans DQM General.

The VANS DQM General – New York
93 Grand Street | Map
New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-7776

UBIQ introduces a new member of the family. The Volg is a cleanly designed midtop sneaker built with a combination of textured suede and smooth leather at the upper, and features metal eyelets with convenient speed lace hooks, as well as an off-white midsole with exposed stitch-down detail. Exterior branding is limited to a simple tongue tag. Modern, versatile and stylish, the UBIQ Volg is a strong addition to the promising Japanese sneaker brand. It’s it in stock now in navy and camel colorways at London’s Foot Patrol.

Foot Patrol
80 Berwick Street | Map
W1F 8TU, London England

If there was an ideal term for a general description, it would be rambunctious celebration. Again with a stroke of ostentation and bombast, Jeremy Scott continues his partnership with adidas Originals for Spring/Summer 2012. Unlike some of his past collections, there is actually a cohesiveness to the design theme for this upcoming collection. Cue in on the growing interest on Americana, Scott elaborated on American cultural icons with his signature abandonment of popular perceptions. Who said a cowboy can’t wear a pair of sneakers if he wants to? How about a sequin football jersey for Super Bowl weekend? Or a strait jacket in the colors of Stars and Strips? Rules of political correctness need not apply, outrageous mixed with a dosage of fun dictate each items, from the JS MEGA Softcell Cowboy Boots, the Fringed Track Jacket, to the nearly infamous American Flag Strait Jacket. Nothing is off limits. Then again, isn’t that the reason why fashion is fun?

The adidas Originals by Jeremy Scott Collection for Spring/Summer 2012 is available now with more additions to come in the following weeks.

For Spring 2012 Vans California presents a new colorway of the popular Chukka Del Barco Decon CA style. The classic chukka boot silhouette is dressed in a grey wool upper featuring moc-toed stitch detail along the vamp, as well as antiqued brown leather panels at the quarter and heel. Leather laces and metal eyelets add to the boat shoe aesthetic, while a leather pull tab and discreet Vans label round out the details. The Chukka Del Barco Decon CA is in stock now at Vans California retailers like the Vans DQM General.

The VANS DQM General – New York
93 Grand Street | Map
New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-7776

Supra presents the Passion of the Lizard King. No, not a Martin Scorsese-directed biopic about Doors frontman Jim Morrison. The vulcanized Passion mid top is the Lizard King’s new signature shoe, featuring a unique padded canvas flap along the collar for extra support, plus Suprafoam midsole for shock absorption, flex and board feel. The desert boot-inspired shoe is dressed in a suede upper with clean, simple lines, making it versatile enough to wear when not rolling on polyurethane wheels. Moccasin-like stitch detail at the heel finishes the look. The Passion is available now in black or royal blue styles at Supra retailers and online.

In anticipation of this year’s NBA All-Star Game in Orlando, adidas has unveiled All-Star themed footwear that pays tribute to Orlando’s Orange County, as well as Florida’s unofficial designation as the Citrus State. Reigning NBA MVP Derrick Rose will represent the East in his signature ultra-light adiZero Rose 2.5 in a blazing orange hue, while his All-Star teammate Dwight Howard will maneuver around the paint while sporting the adiPower Howard 2 in the same vivid colorway. (The vision of seeing the two adidas comrades on the same squad — in matching shoes, no less — should set Bulls fans’ hearts aflutter, especially considering Howard’s recent comments that seemed to open the door to a possible trade to Chicago.) Off the court, adidas Originals presents the AR 2.0, inspired by the Forum Mid basketball shoe and finished in a stylish navy/orange colorway. Click through for more looks, and expect the All-Star editions of the adiZero Rose 2.5 and adiPower Howard 2 to drop February 23rd at Foot Locker stores, Eastbay.com and Shopadidas.com.

Release Date: February 23rd, 2012 (Thursday)

Nike Basketball presents the limited edition 2012 Black History Month collection, featuring the Kobe VII System Supreme, Zoom KD IV and LeBron 9. All three shoes carry a dark grey base color, along with a signature graphic print made up of a rainbow of vivid colors inspired by international African culture, ranging from Kenyan beads to the Brazilian Carnivale to the Southern U.S.A. tradition of African-American quilt-making. The shoes themselves represent three of the NBA’s best and brightest: the champion with five rings, the chosen one who for whom a ring seems all but inevitable, and the unassuming phenom who may just overtake them both. Look for all three styles to land at select Nike Basketball retailers, as well as Nikestore.com, on February 11th.

Release Date: February 11th, 2012 (Saturday)