Archive | Custom Kicks
Custom Kicks - Huarache Hexachromes.
November 1st, 2009JGoods does it again, this time on a pair of Nike Air Force 1 Huaraches. JGoods is known for their exquisite color choices as well as their attention to detail, and this time they got it right on both counts. These crisp Huaraches get the tech treatment with a reconstruction of a Hex [...]
Custom Kicks - YoaKustoms x Sket One Shoe Release
October 14th, 2009On October 16th the world will see the release of some of everyone’s two favorite things; kicks and bacon. YoaKustoms and Sket One have come together to create an exclusive run of custom shoes. Called the “Bacon” Custom Nike Pack, these are a play on Sket One’s ‘Bacon’ and will be limited to 10 [...]
Custom Kicks - Bespoke Sneaker Gallery x EA Games - Battlefield 1943
October 5th, 2009These WWII inspired sneakers were created to celebrate the release of EA Games Battlefield 1943. Two 1 of 1 designs were presented to top tier executives at EA INC, which means that non will be available for purchase. The inspiration for the first pair of kicks came from the P-51 Mustang [WWII most recognized [...]
Custom Kicks: What the One? Air Jordan 1
October 1st, 2009Revive customs takes the classic Nike SB ‘What the Dunk?’ and incorporates the theme on Air Jordans. Yeah The Spiz’ike is doing something kind of similar with the “Fresh Since 1985” sneaker but it is not quite like this. The sneaker combines the VIIIs, IIIs, Xs and others on the I silhouette. Hopefully soon we [...]
Custom Kicks - Nike Air Max 90 Andy Warhol/Marilyn Monroe
September 28th, 2009Typically the customs that we feature are done specifically for the gentleman, but today, we have a special edition that might appeal to the ladies. This Air Max 90 was inspired by the infamous Andy Warhol painting of Marilyn Monroe. As one of the most recognized pop art paintings around, the images are [...]
Custom Kicks - A Yankee Gone Nike Dunk High
September 12th, 2009As a collaboration with Eye Candy, this custom Dunk High was themed around the Yankees Away jersey; a template of colors that is consistently repeated in fashion. Using a matte gray all over the upper, a clean black tongue with a digital camo print in the mid, the colors tie together perfectly. Right [...]
Custom Kicks - Carbon Fiber Nike Dunk Lows.
September 8th, 2009I was recently sent pictures of these Nike Dunk Lows from a sneakerhead who is not new to collecting, but new to constructing. Choosing a common model to customize, the Nike Dunk Low, he decided to go with an unusual combination of fabrics; carbon fiber and under armor. Completely unstitching the leather, he [...]
Custom Kicks - Puma Hot Tub Clydes
September 2nd, 2009There haven’t been a pair of Pumas featured in the Customs section for quite some time, so I thought I’d bring these around and see what you all thought. Rob L. created these for an upcoming film, ‘Hot Tub Time Machine’ scheduled for release in 2010 [starring John Cusack, Lizzy Caplan, and Crispin Glover]. [...]
Custom Kicks - Aquateen Hunger Force Dunk High.
August 26th, 2009Based on the opening sequence of Aquateen Hunger Force, these dunks were inspired by Meatwad’s dancing. The characters themselves are glossy, while the background is matte, having them appear extra animated. With the inner checks also being glossed, as well and the brown toecap, it creates a spark with the shoes hit [...]
Custom Kicks - BlackYard Butcher AF1s.
August 17th, 2009BlackYard created a pair of haute charcuterie Air Force 1s for the 2009 Art Clash event. Resembling a butcher cut of meat, these AF1’s are more like a piece of art than a wearable shoe. The detailing of the muscle structure is fantastic. Want to be featured in our weekly Customs feature? email us [...]
