Happy 2024, Sneakerheads!
As we turn a leaf into the New Year, the only words tantalising on everyone's lips are ‘What sneakers are dropping this year?’
Like a young kid asking for games on your phone, we are already revved up for another year of sneaker releases, and luckily for you, there’s a lot of heat coming your way.
From the return of our favourite retros to an endless slew of collaborations, there are plenty of surprises in store this year, so we’re going to touch bases with 10 of our favourites so far, so you don’t have to!
Air Jordan 1 Low OG ‘Year of the Dragon’
Release Date: January 2024
Price: $160
Crep Product Recommendations: Cure Kit, Spray, and Wipes
Jordan Brand sets the pace for the New Year with a Chinese New Year-inspired rendition of the Air Jordan 1 Low OG. Snakeskin leathers and chrome red swooshes characterise this one, while gold-detailed heel counters and Jumpman gilded hangtags offer a decorative completion.
Jordan 4 Bred ‘Reimagined’
Release Date: February 2024
Price: $215
Crep Product Recommendations: Cure Kit, Spray, and Wipes
Like Michael Jordan’s 6 gold rings, the Jordan 4 ‘Bred’ returns in all its glory with its 6th official release, this time making its comeback as part of the ‘Reimagined’ series. Its latest re-up stays true to its OG ‘89 design, and thankfully the Nike Air heel logo remains. Does this mean no more gimmicks from the Jordan brand? Stay tuned in 2024 to find out.
Air Jordan 3 ‘Cement Grey’
Release Date: August 2024
Price: TBC
Crep Product Recommendations: Cure Kit, Spray, and Wipes
Although the Air Jordan 3’s 35th anniversary may be over, at Jordan HQ, they are always cooking up something flavoursome. And the result? A new fleshed-out pair of ‘Cement Grey 3’s. Taking design nods from the model’s OG ‘White Cement’ colourway, rumour has it that the fit is due to be decked out in titular shades of grey on the elephant-printed laterals, mudguards, and lace chambers, creating yet another understated take on the ‘88 icon.
Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 ‘Canary’
Release Date: Summer 2024
Price: $150
Crep Product Recommendations: Eraser, Spray
Travis Scott and the Cactus Jack clan have served up some momentous collaborations with the Jordan Brand over the past few years, and 2024 shows no signs of slowing down. This year we are presented with the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 ‘Canary’. This all-new women-exclusive release trades in its muted palettes for an eccentric yellow paint-up, and of course, the reverse Swoosh keeps things in true Travis fashion.
J Balvin x Air Jordan 3 ‘Rio’
Release Date: July 20th, 2024
Price: $250
Crep Product Recommendations: Cure Kit, Spray, and Wipes
Reggaetón icon J Balvin was first ushered into the Jordan scene with his Medellín Sunset AJ3, and now the singer pays a heartfelt homage to his son with the sleek ‘Rio’ addition. Bold accents of black outfit the upper, while gradient tones of red, orange, and purple characterise the rear midsole.
Air Jordan 4 'Paris'
Release Date: July 2024
Price: $225
Crep Product Recommendations: Cure Kit, Spray, and Wipes
2024 is full of surprises. Not only is it the 35th anniversary of the iconic Jordan 4, but this year marks the commencing of the Paris Olympic Games, and the Jordan Brand thought the best way to celebrate this special occasion is through creating their very own greyscale version of the AJ4. Decked out in grey from head to toe, this sleek offering is due to be a collector's dream.
Futura Laboratories x Nike SB Dunk Low
Release Date: July 2024
Price: $135
Crep Product Recommendations: FoamX, Starter Pack, Spray
Nike offers retro-futuristic vibes with this Futura x Nike SB Dunk Low release. Futura 2000's artistic genius meets Nike's iconic Dunk silhouette in a mesmerising combo of grey mesh, dark teal Swooshes, and a galaxy-esque print. Ironically labelled a ‘GENERAL RELEASE’ for 2024, this sneaker promises to be anything but ordinary.
Lil Yachty x Air Force 1 Low
Release Date: TBC
Price: F&F Exclusive
Crep Product Recommendations: Spray, Wipes, and Cure Kit
Lil Yachty teases a Nike collaboration on the exclusive Concrete Boys x Nike Air Force 1 Low. Initially reserved for ‘friends and family’, this anticipated 2024 release features classic Air Force 1 elements, a clean white leather upper with navy accents, and Lil Yachty's ‘It's Us’ catchphrase on the tongue tag. Adding a unique touch, a navy ‘concrete boy’ character graces the heel, making this partnership a standout in sneaker culture.
Nike Kobe 8 Protro ‘Mambacita’
Release Date: May 2024
Price: $190
Crep Product Recommendations: Spray and FoamX
2024 keeps up the Mamba mentality with the Nike Kobe 8 Protro 'Mambacita', a wholesome homage to Kobe Bryant’s daughter, Gigi Bryant, who also sadly passed away in 2020. From first inspection, this streamlined sneaker arrives in a butterfly-printed mesh upper, characterised with gold emblazoned Swooshes and ‘Gigi’ gilded heel branded hits - all coming together as a modern execution of the 2012 court icon.
Check out our 2023 yearly sneaker round-up here
