Brandon Fants created his 5th Nike Bespoke Air Force 1 (AF1). This recolored version of the Kaw’s 1 World, sports an all-yellow 3M upper, featuring oversized “X” stitch marks run across all the front seams. A unique translucent midsole is finished off with a solid black sole. For those interested in joining the exclusive Nike iD Bespoke Program, contact Nike Sportswear 21 Mercer Street. via Freshness
Lazy has secured his foothold in the upper tier of customizer around the world. Moving away from his usual modifications to Nikes, he’s worked on a collection of Vans sneakers as a special collaboration for Warped boutique. The two sneaker pack includes - a SK8 Hi, Era and Chukka Boot, featuring his cut & sew accents. via Hypebeast | Sole Obsession
Colorware allows personalization with custom paint jobs for the popular headphones, Beats by Dre. Sort of like Nike ID, you can customize up to 11 separate areas on the Beats headphones, from the ear cups down to the logos with several colors to choose from. Prices start at $249-$525 at their on-line shop. via Acquire
DrRomanelli connects with Japan’s SOPHNET, creating a University style DRx Vest Collection. The Spring/Summer Vest Collection is inspired by various colleges across the United States and have been converted into high quality premium vests. Vintage Letterman jackets and collegeiate sweatshirts from the 1940’s and 1950’s were sacrified for this collection that is available exclusively at SOPHNET. stores in Japan. via Freshness
Nike’s Bespoke takes the ID concept to the next level, allowing just about any classic Nike material, print or color you can think of, then applying the choices to the Air Force 1. The by-appointment-only service allows time with Nike design consultants to help choose the usage of elephant, safari, suede, nubuck, patent, denim, etc. After the jump are some of the examples made at 21 Mercer. via Sneakernews | NikeSportswear
Sneaker customizer, Lazything, has moved up to the upper echelon of the customizing game. He keeps his work clean and factory look as compared to others that go a bit on the wildside. His latest work is the Dunk Lo SB “Bloody Lazy” with uppers covered in red canvas and an exotic reptile leather swoosh, sitting ontop of a white sole and tonal Lazy embroidery on the heel. Only 6 pairs will release on February 22nd. via HighSnobiety
