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What is the best sneaker to release in 2024? Happy New Year and welcome to TheStockroom's 2024 Shoe of The Year episode! We decided as a collective to wait for 2024 to come to an end before we cast our verdict because this isn't a debate that should be rushed! This year we did things a little differently and got YOU involved, so you'll be hearing our opinions as well as yours as Bolu, Eman and Mic...

With the Denim Tears pop up buzzing in the background, TheStockroom has a conversation with the multi-layered and sometimes polarising individual that is Tremaine Emory, a man that isn't always seen but his work is always felt. We talk about Denim Tears being used as a vehicle to tell black stories, the controversy around his time at Supreme and the importance of his family in encouraging his jour...

Welcome to TheStockroom and today it's all about black excellence! As we approach the end of the year we wanted to highlight some of the recent releases from black collaborators including the Nike Wu-Tang's Nike Dunk, Skepta's Puma Skope Mid Boot, the Corteiz x Nike Air Trainer Huarache Gully Grey etc. Bolu, Eman, and Michael also pay homage to DJ Clarke Kent, a champion of sneaker and music cultu...

Joining us on TheStockroom is the energetic, force with fashion known as Clint aka Clint 419, founder of Corteiz. With the Manchester Maze pop-up bubbling in the background we talk through the importance of the Air Trainer Huarache collaboration, Clint's journey so far, and celebrating the people which helped him on the way! Social Media Handles from left to right:Clint: https://www.instagram.com/...

In today's episode of TheStockroom we speak to Cherise AKA Dripeisha a multi-disciplinary artist and founder of SEKANI. Having worked with the likes of Netflix, Nike, Clarks etc. and several artists across her disciplines such as rug making, creative direction and photography, Cherise is becoming a household name and if you haven't heard of her yet you will soon! Bolu, Eman and Michael also touch...

As we approach the end of the year, Nike have really embodied their new direction ‘Winning Isn’t For Everyone’ and the announcement of Elliot Hill becoming CEO and Frank Cooke coming back into the fold leads TheStockroom to believe Nike are about to turn up the heat! Bolu, Eman and Michael also touch on recent and upcoming collabs such as the Places + Faces x Reebok Classics, Syna World x Air Max...

Join Bolu, Eman and Michael as they discuss the recent appointment of Clare Waight Keller as Creative Director of Uniqlo Menswear and Womenswear! Fashion has evolved over the last few years with independent brands establishing themselves on the big stage and online department stores losing their footing, what could this shift mean for overall marketplace? TheStockroom also shares their opinion on...

As we approach the business end of the year, TheStockroom delves into the recent rumours surrounding an upcoming 4th Nike x Corteiz Air Max 95 and if it’s the best move for Corteiz. Bolu, Eman and Michael also speculate about a recently leaked Nike box with Syna World branding and if Syna are getting the Nocta treatment! And this episode wouldn’t be complete without touching on Bape’s new Sharksta...

On today’s episode of TheStockroom Podcast, Patta celebrates 20 years of life as they re-release the iconic Air Max 1 ‘Chlorophyll’, where friends and family received early access to the product, so did Nostalgia win? Michael also recently picked up a pair of the Supreme x Nike Clogposite which Bolu and Eman had very strong opinions about! And finally we discuss JJJJound’s most recently collaborat...

On today’s episode of TheStockroom we kick off things talking about our morals and laws that we live by. That leads us nicely onto potential news swirling around a release of some more Virgil Abloh Off White x Nike releases and our thoughts on brands re-releasing collabs posthumous. Bolu, Michael and Eman also discuss and try to unpack why people don’t want shoes like the Jordan 4 UNDFTD to re-rel...

The Olympics brought to a light a host of characters including an American Sprinter known as Noah Lyles! The Y3 sponsored athlete was quick to state he wanted his own sneaker! Join Bolu, Eman and Michael as they discuss their thoughts about the athlete! We also touch on other Olympic feats such as Julien Alfred winning the gold medal in the women’s 100m final and the sports that caught our interes...

With the recent acquisition of Supreme by Essilor Luxottica, TheStockroom talks about why the sale occurred, the problems VF Corp may have encountered and whether Essilor Luxottica can change the tides due to their recent loss in valuation! Bolu, Michael and Eman also talk about Comme Des Garçon tax when it comes to their collaborations and if the juice is worth the squeeze! And in recent light of...

Nike recently sued Dominic Ciambrone more commonly know as The Shoe Surgeon and it certainly shook up collaborators and collectors alike! Join TheStockroom as they take a deep dive into this lawsuit and talk about what this could mean for the future of customisation! But that’s not all as store collabs are taking centre stage! END have joined forces with Saucony on their latest collaboration the P...

We have reached July which means it’s time for TheStockroom half year review! We discuss some of the biggest and most impactful shoes to have dropped in the last 6 months and also name our top 3 favourites of 2024 so far! Paris Fashion Week was a real spectacle, seeing a whole host of brands, individuals and collaborators giving us a glimpse into their upcoming releases and SS25! Michael, Bolu and...

In today’s episode, TheStockroom talks Bolu’s recent trip to Malta as the holiday blues begins to set as the UK weather continues its uncertain streak. With the Olympics moving it was only right for us to speak about the upcoming Nike offerings surrounding the global event in the form of the Jordan 4’s and 6’s and the CDG Olympic Foamposite’s which look to be a serious hit! In light of recent conv...

TheStockroom welcomes you to today’s episode with students turned teachers of the game in the form of London Sneaker School’s very own Jase and Ish! Bolu, Eman and Michael sat down with them to gain an insight into what motivated them to want to start teaching the technical art of shoe making, what makes shoes so difficult to make and some of their favourite projects so far! This episode promises...

Welcome to a special episode of TheStockroom with our good friends and OG’s in the UK sneaker scene ThePanel! Join us as we discuss the impact of the Flyknit Racer, the reference of Skepta’s 97’s, The Air Tuned Max Celery and how our two collectives crossed paths. We also speak about why The Panel started and how they believe the game has changed especially since the pandemic! As well as the dread...

Football is a real unifier of individuals when in the right hands and today TheStockroom discusses Stormzy’s involvement as he recently launched the campaign for Merky FC HQ with Adidas! In the wake of his purchasing of AFC Croydon with ex-Crystal Palace player Wilfred Zaha, it looks like he aims to have real impact in Croydon’s footballing space and we’re looking forward to what might be on the w...

As summer approaches TheStockroom temporarily becomes the weather room as we discuss the Jordan 4 Military Blue launch and whether the shoe itself matched up to our initial expectations as the Nike retro turns back the hands of time. We also discuss the recent Stussy Archive sale that took place in Manchester as well as shoes we’re enjoying at the moment as summer looms! #thestockroomuk #sneakers...

Lawsuits are common place within fashion and Nike have been handling business like Kendrick as they opted to settle with Bape in their recently concluded lawsuit. Bolu, Eman and Michael discuss the outcomes and how Bape might be affected in the long run. TheStockroom also talks about the recent Patta Running collection with Nike as Patta shapes up to celebrate their 20th anniversary in style. And...

Physical activities like running, bouldering and cycling are great ways for people to find a sense of release. Today TheStockroom sat down with Geoffrey Yam Head of Marketing for UK & EMEA at world renowned Care company Jason Markk. For Part 1 of this conversation we delved into his love for bouldering and running. And of course we had to discuss the role he played in the amazing Air In Colour lau...

Innovation is one of the most hotly debated topics in every space, whether it’s footwear, sports, tech, finance everyone is always thinking of ways to do things ‘better’. In today’s episode Bolu, Eman and Michael discuss their thoughts about recent innovations and invention within the footwear space kicking things off with the brand that’s becoming a staple in Manchester’s very own powerhouse, Cli...

Ahead of Air Max Day, TheStockroom were privileged enough to receive a pair of the Air Max DN’s from Nike. Join Bolu, Eman and Michael for an Air Max Day Special as we discuss this brand new silhouette, the science behind it and its rollout as Nike celebrates 10 years of Air Max Day! How do you feel about this new silhouette? Will it be entering your rotations? Be sure to tap in with TheStockroom...

Storytelling is extremely important in footwear and fashion, so we sat down with Safeen James, as we delved into her journey as a filmmaker and creative director and her recent BFI Film Award nominated short film titled ‘Away From The Fields’. Eman, Bolu and Michael also explore her journey as a Host on The Sole Women’s platform under her alias Crep Rep and what it’s been like for her wearing mult...

In the Yeezy Saga that we has now become a common fixture towards the end of the financial year, Kanye had words for Adidas after they claimed to releasing more Yeezy’s. Bolu, Eman and Michael discuss how this ongoing saga has overshadowed Adidas’ more fruitful stories and dented the brands image. TheStockroom also begins to delve into how Nike have been affected by the retail space and also talk...