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Hypebeast
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
10 New Lifestyle Sneakers Defining 2025
We began the year by previewing25 sneaker releases to look forward to in 2025. Then, we curated a roundup of10 models to watch out for from 10 different brands. Now that we've made it over halfway through the year, there's a new query at the top of our minds: which new designs are driving the conversation forwardand ultimately defining this year in footwear? There's been no shortage of familiarity in footwear this year. From the umpteenth Air Jordan 1 anniversary launch to more adidas Gazelles than you can count. While the availability of these classics is appreciated, it's the new models that keep things fresh. For our latest snapshot of the sneaker space, we've compiled a list of 10 lifestyle sneakers that are making waves and have recently entered the market this year. Sportswear brands have a known strategy of 'pre-heating' a model before making it widely available. This process often involves high-profile collaborations and limited drops that generate excitement for a shoe before unleashing a salvo of general releases. AtNew Balance, the deconstructed'super light'versions of the 530, featuring Miu Miu, have repelled price-conscious consumers for years. The204L'showever, is exciting for those with a smaller budget, as it boasts a similar slim style (albeit without the luxury stamp of approval and its thousand-dollar price tag). Its low-profile structure is informed by retro runners and its lead 'Mushroom' look borrows from Miu Miu's playbook with a suede upper in light case that wasn't enough to entice its audience, the American sportswear brand has already revealed collaborations withKith,AURALEE, andBasketcasefeaturing the model before its global debut. When Junya Watanabe unveiled the New Balance 1906L, the concept of a sneaker loafer was met with polarizing reactions. While we're exposed to countless flash-in-the-pan trends each month, this one continues to excite (or anger) sneakerheads as more models, such asHOKA's Speed Loafer, come out. This particular iteration of the trend combines a rugged, oversized Vibram sole with a classic loafer upper. As is the case with many of its contentious contemporaries, obtaining a pair is easier said than done, and its debut all-black look easily fetches several times its retail price on the second-hand market. Of course, no trend is safe from the behemoth that isNike, which has also decided to join the sneaker loafer action. Teaming up with theSerena Williams Design Crew, theAir Max Phenomenawas born. Nike built the shoe atop the Air Max Sunder's tooling and mudguard, pairing it with a pebbled leather, loafer-shaped upper. This casual-leaning option is more sneaker than loafer, however, with a reflective mudguard, minor branding on the strap and heel tab, and a visible Air unit. The shoe debuted this month, and only two colorways have surfaced to date. However, based on the apparent sales success of its lead all-black version, there's sure to be more on the way. Paris Fashion Week never fails to deliver exciting footwear previews alongside its high-octane ready-to-wear spectacles. Takeadidas, for instance: the brand capitalized on the moment twice this year, starting with a new design made in collaboration withPharrell. While the multi-hyphenate's attention has largely shifted from the Three Stripes to other ventures, notably his role as creative director for Louis Vuitton menswear, the impact of his touch remains as potent as ever. He's now brought his revered eye for design back to adidas to create theJellyfishsneaker. This bold design reinterprets the Adistar Cushion, enlarging it with prominent dimensions thanks to the oversized linework and a premium synthetic composition give the shoe a futuristic finish,all the while connecting to a new branding identity that nods to Pharrell's home state of Virginia. While an adidas x Louis Vuitton collaboration may never happen, Pharrell closing his runway shows with new colorways of the Jellyfish sneaker might be the next best thing. When thinking of New Balance's lifestyle footwear, the first things that come to mind are old-school runners with a mixed material upper. Whether it be the classic 990v4 or 1999's sleek 1000 sneaker, the American sportswear brand has established itself as a go-to for these types of looks. However, the brand has now taken a new direction with the introduction of theABZORB 2000. The shoe features a contemporary look, with wavy overlays on the streamlined upper that showcase a midfoot 'N' logo on the lateral side only. What sets the shoe apart most is its sole unit, which leverages a five-pod ABZORB cushioning system. This eye-catching component replaces the brand's old-school aesthetics with a modern style more commonly found among its contemporaries. Bulky footwear may have led the charge for a few years, but slim sneakers are making a comeback. Acknowledging this,PUMAhas backed several slender silhouettes this year, including a reinterpretation of the Speedcat racing shoe, theSpeedcat Ballet. The Speedcat made a comeback last year and is now daintier than ever before. Its graceful shape maintains the lateral Formstrip while gently applying an elastic band system to the forefoot as well. With a co-sign from Dua Lipa and an accessible $80 USD price point, it's no wonder that this flat has captured the attention of the masses. ASICScan thank Kiko Kostadinov for paving the way for the brand's reinstated relevance. However, the Bulgarian designer is not the only partner who has contributed to the footwear brand's meteoric tastemakers at JJJJound have long created colorway recipes that boost sales, with not only their collaborations flying off the shelvesbut also galvanizingderivative looks. Recognizing this success, ASICS opted to give the Montréal-based label the first opportunity to showcase its newest model, theGEL-QUANTUM 360 I AMP. Designed in celebration of the GEL-QUANTUM franchise's 10th anniversary, which introduced 360 degrees of GEL technology in the midsole, the minimalist sneaker aligns perfectly with the soft-spoken brand. While the sneaker remains readily available, even in its collaborative white colorway, it's playing a significant role in shifting the brand away from its tried-and-true looks into a new chapter. New Balance stirred the pot with the 1906L last year, and it has made it clear that it isn't afraid to step outside the box even further. During Paris Fashion Week last month, the label teased another hybrid sneaker: theNew Balance 1890. In terms of design, the silhouette boasts a familiar black ABZORB-based sole unit and a butter yellow upper donning a Clarks Wallabee-esque shape. Not only is this wild pairing a head-turner, but its snakeskin-inspired overlays also bring added contrast. While this is the model we know the least about on the list, it's only a matter of time until it claims center stage. Nike is determined to make the Shox franchise a staple this season. We've seen countless iterations of the Shox TL, Shox Ride 2, and Shox R4 hit the market in 2025, but the brand has yet to excite a true resurgence. Perhaps, the newest model to make our list could be the final ingredient required. TheNike Shox Zis a silhouette that builds atop decades of history with a contemporary twist. Its sleek structure is inspired by kitten heels, offering a slight lift to the heel thanks to its small Shox unit. Meanwhile, a sculpted upper gives it a luxe touch without overstating its presence. Its lead black and red colorway is a fitting successor toMartine Rose'sbeloved Shox MR4 that first disrupted the scene in 2022. It's far too early to call the shoe a success, but it's sure to be a model to watch as the year progresses. Hybrid sneakers and slim silhouettes are surging in popularity, yet adidas is proving that bulky sneakers still have life left in them. Theadidas Megaride AGis another chunky model poised to carve out its niche in the sneaker market this year. Building on the resurgence of the Megaride franchise,the designfeatures the signature tunnels of the midsole, which combine to form a large cushioning structure. A mesh upper hosts intricate linework that keeps the sneaker fluid in motion despite its commanding stature. The Three Stripes ensured the shoe ended up on everyone's radar during Paris Fashion Week last month, offering one of its hottest partners,Willy Chavarria, the opportunity to emphasize the sneaker's boldness by drenching it in vibrant colorways of blue and pink.
The Star
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Superstar Jacky Cheung gets lesson in humility from guard
NOT everyone recognises Hong Kong superstar Jacky Cheung (pic), as the singer recounts being denied entry to his own concert in Macau, reported China Press. A security guard stopped the 63-year-old when he tried to enter the Galaxy Arena venue in Macau last week and demanded Cheung show identification indicating that he was a performer. Stunned, the 'God of Songs' pointed at a poster nearby to show that he was to perform there that evening, but the guard would not relent. 'I sincerely think he was just being very professional at his job,' Cheung said. Apparently, this was not the first time security personnel failed to recognise him. Cheung was previously denied entry at one of his concerts in mainland China. 'Don't think of yourself as a legend. Instead, see yourself as a new performer every day. Only then can you improve. 'This experience taught me to continue practising singing and learning how to do the splits. Do not worry, everyone. Jacky Cheung will not stop and will keep on working and improving,' he said. > A woman in Sibu who just wanted to buy a Nyonya meal worth RM3.50 ended up having RM17,530 from her bank account stolen, the daily also reported. The incident happened in May when the woman saw an advertisement on Facebook for a set meal for Nyonya fried chicken and vegetables for just RM3.50. She called the number on the advertisement and ordered five sets of the meal deal. The caterer later sent her a WhatsApp link to redeem vouchers worth RM30. When she clicked on the link, her phone suddenly switched off. By the time she restarted her phone, RM17,530 had been transferred out of her bank account in five transactions. Friends also alerted her that her WhatsApp account had been used to send messages asking to borrow money from all her contacts. Realising that she had been scammed, the woman then made a police report. The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
Man of Many
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Man of Many
New Balance's ABZORB 2000 is Already a Sold Out Success, But It's Just Warming Up
By Ben McKimm - News Published: 23 June 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 3 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Charlotte Lee is a veteran designer behind some of New Balance's best sneakers, and it's looking like she's onto another sold-out success with the ABZORB 2000 (AUD$260). Her greatest hits include the WRPD Runner, 530, 1000, and viral 1906L sneaker loafer, but she spent three times longer designing the ABZORB 2000 than a typical New Balance lifestyle sneaker. With a sold-out first release on 12th of June 2025, it's looking like it was time well spent. This new futuristic model takes off from where the James Lee and Yue Wu designed New Balance 9060 left off. That 'retrofuturism' 9060 sneaker appeared out of thin air and emerged as a successful model for the brand, and while it's hard to dismiss how much it has done for changing the narrative around chunky dad shoes, the ABZORB 2000 walks a different path with a hoast of futuristic touches. It looks to channel a little too much Nike Air Max Scorpion at first glance, but this is all New Balance. Lee turned to abandoned NB technology known as ABZORB SBS for inspiration, but it's not the only piece of technology. She also leaned on the virutal reality tool 'Gravity Sketch' to look at the model in 3D and bring intricate details to areas of the shoe, best seen in the screen-printed upper that serves a function by reducing the amount of TPU waste that would traditionally go into a design like this. Let's take a closer look! New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance The launch colour—Still Water with Blue Agate—is a highlight, but as Riley Jones from WWD rightly pointed out, it looks like it's out of a video game. 'We wanted something that felt futuristic and progressive but still rooted in our DNA,' said Paul Kaseumsouk, general manager of lifestyle inline and speed at New Balance, in an interview with Footwear News. 'It's about evolving the brand's aesthetic without losing what makes it distinct. You can still find subtle nods to our heritage in the detailing and craftsmanship, but the overall design was meant to break the mold and signal a bold step forward.' Interestingly, this is the first 2000s-inspired silhouette for Lee. 'I was like, 'Is this really the right shoe for me to be doing?' And actually everyone got to saying, 'Yeah, because you're taking a new spin on it, keep on going,'' she said in an interview with WWD. 'Then at the end, I kind of stood back and was like, 'Wow. Yeah, OK.'' New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance While it's unconventional design is the obvious drawcard, maybe the most impressive thing about the New Balance ABZORB 2000 was its roll-out. No big names, stars, celebrities, influencers. It was simply shared in a post by Brazilian stylist Gustavo Soares to his 10,000 followers before it was picked up by sneaker publishers and later in Milan Design Week in partnership with retailer Slam Jam. The next move, however, will be bigger. Chicago's Joe Freshgoods is cooking up an all-over pink pair, and while details are scarce, expect to see more of these during the upcoming Paris Fashion Week from Tuesday June 24th to Sunday June 29th 2025. Stay tuned for more collaborations of the New Balance A and GR colourways to roll-out as the ABZORB 2000 hits retailers and online stores around the world in the coming months. New Balance ABZORB 2000 | Image: Supplied / New Balance
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
JPMorgan Backs RIL Despite Margin Pressures
On Thursday, analysts at JPMorgan reaffirmed their Overweight rating on Reliance Global Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:RELI), while raising the price target to INR1,568 from INR1,530, representing an upside of over 8% from the current levels. In their analysis, the analysts cited that although refining and petrochemical margins have dropped, the downside risk is likely to remain modest throughout the year. An insurance agent talking to a customer in their home office about healthcare insurance options. Having said that, the one-third contribution of the oil-to-chemical (O2C) segment means that there will only be a marginal impact on the consolidated EBITDA. Additionally, the Retail and Telecom segments are anticipated growth catalysts for Reliance Global Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:RELI), driven by favorable base influences. With the Spetner's Associates acquisition completion, the management believes that the strategic traction will accelerate the company's market footprint and expand the agency network. This improvement through synergies and other unanticipated positive factors could translate to higher margins and cost savings. The optimism surrounding EBITDA from the Telecom and Retail sectors can also not be overlooked. Reliance Global Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:RELI) is an InsurTech company that emphasizes acquiring and managing wholesale and retail insurance agencies across the United States. Founded in 2013, the giant leverages technology to transition from the conventional insurance agency model. While we acknowledge the potential of RELI as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an extremely cheap AI stock that is also a major beneficiary of Trump tariffs and onshoring, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure. None.
The Star
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
IOI to benefit from fresh fruit bunch output recovery
HLIB Research said IOI's FFB output has shown month-on-month and year-on-year recovery since March. PETALING JAYA: IOI Corp Bhd expects its continuing fresh fruit bunch (FFB) output recovery will help it beat its own growth guidance of 1% to 2% in the financial year 2025 (FY25). Given the anticipated strong FFB output in the fourth quarter (4Q25), IOI is confident of keeping its crude palm oil (CPO) production cost at RM2,100 per tonne for the full year, said Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research. HLIB Research maintained its own FY25 FFB output growth assumption of 2.5%. It said IOI's FFB output has shown month-on-month and year-on-year (y-o-y) recovery since March with weather conditions improving. The output recovery has helped to narrow the group's year-to-date FFB output decline to just 0.3%, for the first 10 months of FY25. Lower FFB output, minimum wage hike effective February and higher windfall profit levy had lifted IOI's 3Q25 CPO production cost by 1.3% y-o-y to RM2,530 per tonne, bringing its nine-month FY25 CPO production cost to RM2,104 per tonne. It said the accelerated replanting programme of 8,000ha to 9,000ha per annum, embarked since FY19, would continue into FY26. This will bring down its average age profile to about 13 years by end-FY26.
