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Although his Diplomat days are pretty much in the yeezy mafia books (save for a few reunion shows here and there), rapper Juelz Santana s outfits still echo a bit of that patriotic flair that was tied up in the Dipset aesthetic from the get go. Here we see him double dipping, going with the Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings 2.0 USA on the feet and a matching trefoil logo shirt with the same stars and stripes motif. Is Santana taking notes from Harlem s next wave the A$AP Mob with their J Scott obsession? Let us know what you think in the comments below and also take note of Meek Mill keeping things simple with a pair of Timbs and Wale doing quite the opposite with his space age Masion Martin Margiela s. Photos: NT

Sneaker customizer JBF is known for his specialty the Nike Blazer (and to a lesser extent, the Dunk Low), but his latest output proves it s not just the Swoosh s classic basketball models with which he can work that unique brand of magic. Quite to the contrary, as we see his latest emanate from two other brands w adidas climacool ith headquarters in Oregon, one of whom happens to be Nike s biggest competitor. The adidas Pro Model High Pendleton applies a vibrant woolen print from one of America s heritage brands to the Blazer-like Pro Model silhouette for one of the most pleasing if understated customs we ve seen in recent memory. Longtime Sneaker News readers might remember The Shoe Surgeon s Pendleton Sky adidas copa mundial top III, and if so, you can t help but notice the connection between models either originally created as or inspired by old school basketball sneakers, seem like the best canvases for Pendleton s wool products (remember their ACG Blazer and Valenki from late 2008?). Check these out in greater detail below and let us k

Even with the Chicago Bulls playoff chances looking increasingly slim, the show must go on. And while they may have already missed the train on grabbing a chip for this year that doesn t make the immortal Chicago-styled colorways any less potent. Case in point is this pair of the adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2, which switches things up from the slightly louder Electric pair shown off at the media launch for a more adidas star wars balanced look. Stay with us after the jump for the shots of this adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2, which will drop exclusively at Foot Locker locations on May 24th, as well as an interview featuring Gus Johnson chopping it up with adidas designer Robbie Fuller.youtube/watch?v=3gf8KYhBFec

Yohji Yamamoto s Nomad Star midtop made a polarizing splash when we recently ped its unique shroud, but what kind of response can we predict from this more traditional lowtop version? Right off the bat, the shelltoed lowcut look should be more familiar on this new adidas Y-3 Nomad Star Low, though it s far more likely to be connected to the iconic Superstar than any of the forgettable Pro Model performance lowtops that released over the past few years. And while these won t break necks in quite the same way as the bagged-up midtop, smartly placed lines ensure these subdued colorways will indeed turn heads. Check them out after the jump below, let us know which of the Y-3 Nomad Stars looks better to you and stick with Sneaker News for word on US availability. via Sneaker Freaker

adidas Basketball pushed the lightweight envelope even further with their new Crazy Light 2 clocking in at a mere 9.5oz, and just like the originals, the sequel has a few friends coming along to increase the available variety. The new adidas Light Em Up Lo has a name that makes you think of a pick-up streetball game, but its sleek and sleight build will be welcome anywhere basketballs are being dribbled this summer. Check out this classic Chicago-style colorup after the jump below and be on the lookout for these at US Three Stripes retailers shortly. via SM

Their Nizza is adidas Originals classic basketball silho uette most adidas zx flux likely to be compared to the Nike Blazer, but did you know adi Dassler s footwear brand actually beat the Swoosh s first b-ball sneaker to market by nearly four years? 1969 s adidas Originals Basket Profi beat the Blazer out of the gates by a hefty margin, and these four new suede designs attempt to gain back some of that attention. Featuring white-on-color construction, these come off quite similar to Nike Sportswear s VNTG Blazer series; will you make these a part of your rotation now that they re available at select Three Stripes dealers like 43einha at select Three Stripes dealers like 43einhalb?