Our monthly series highlights the top releases from leading athletic footwear brands. Whether you’re an avid sneakerhead or just looking for the perfect pair to complement your style, navigating the vast world of sneakers can be overwhelming. From understanding where to buy to decoding the latest trends, consider this your road map to finding the perfect pair.

February is here, and for most, that means love is in the air. In the sneaker world, love comes in the form of Adidas and New Balance reuniting with old friends. Nike and Jordan Brand show love for Deion Sanders and Michael Jordan. Brooks gets in on the love by making their debut on this list.

Nike Kobe 1 Protro “City of Champions”

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While the Los Angeles Lakers’ purple-and-gold uniforms have become iconic, when the franchise first moved to L.A. from Minneapolis, it retained its blue-and-white uniforms. The latest Kobe 1 pays homage to that time by donning a light blue upper with gold accents to highlight the team’s championship. One special detail is the “67-99” on the back heel, a nod to the time the team spent playing at The Forum, making this a must-have for Kobe and Lakers fans alike.

Release date: Feb. 4

Retail: $160

SKU: IM0541-400

Staple x Brooks Ghost Trail

Brooks has consistently produced tried-and-true performers in the running category. Now, the company’s making strides in the lifestyle market with standouts like this Ghost Trail collab with the veteran streetwear brand Staple. The soft shades of gray make the shoe look cool enough for casual wear without sacrificing any of its ruggedness.

Release date: Feb 5, 2026

Price: $170

SKU: 110534-002

Bob Marley x Adidas EVO SL

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For some, this collaboration may seem entirely out of left field, but the late Bob Marley was a huge Adidas fan during the height of his fame. Now, Marley’s estate and Adidas return with a fresh take on the EVO SL. A solid yellow upper paired with the three stripes in Jamaican and Rastafarian colors is the immediate attention grabber, but subtle details like Marley’s signature and the quote “Football is Freedom” make this a truly unique pair.

Release date: Feb. 6

Retail: TBD

SKU: KJ3624

Action Bronson x New Balance 1890 “Hornet Tusk”

New Balance remains the home of unique collaborations. The latest pairs the brand with Action Bronson’s Baklava brand to bring the 1890 to the forefront. A predominantly white upper serves as a base for a palette of colors and materials that reflect Bronson’s eclectic roles as a rapper, chef and brand owner, making these stand out in any crowd. ​

Release date: Feb. 6

Retail: $210

SKU: U18901DP

Nike Air Diamond Turf 2

While Nike and Deion Sanders have spent the past few years pushing the Air Diamond Turf and Diamond Turf 96, we get our first look at the Air Diamond Turf 2. This version stays true to the original by embracing the ’90s’ bulky aesthetic, Sanders’s classic baseball-meets-football logo, and his No. 21 across the shoe’s tongue, reminding everybody that it’s still Prime Time. ​

Release date: Feb. 6

Retail: $160

SKU: HQ2631-600

Bape x Adidas Samba “World Cup Pack”

While most of the world is watching the Winter Olympics in Milan, Adidas and Bape are preparing for the upcoming World Cup. Embracing the Samba’s soccer heritage, Bape gives the silhouette a makeover, using its logos and premium materials to give the shoe the flexibility to go from the pitch to wherever the night may take you.

Release date: Feb. 7

Retail: $210

SKU: KJ8852 (White)

Union x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 High

By now, we all know what to expect from a Union Jordan 1 release and from a Fragment release. So it’s only right that when the two Jordan Brand partners come together for a collab, they do what they do best: Union’s deconstructed style uppers paired with Fragment’s color blocking and use of style coding on the midsole. While we’re getting multiple colors of this collab, the “Varsity Red/Varsity Royal” pair is the best option, as it combines Fragment’s original Jordan 1 design with the collar of the “Bred/Playoff” Jordan 1.

Release date: Feb. 14

Retail: $205

SKU: IO7847-002

Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman”

What happens when a Jordan 6 sample accidentally ends up in a product catalog? You act like it never happened. Until now. To kick off the celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Jordan 6 and Michael Jordan’s first title, the “Infrared Salesman” is finally available for public purchase. True to how most sample pairs come, there’s a giant “Not For Resale” stamp on the inner collar of the shoe, along with a true factory hang tag. This shoe is for the collectors and historians as much as it is for casual fans.

Release date: Feb. 14

Retail: $215

SKU: CT8529-001

Bad Bunny x Adidas BadBo 1.0

Coming off a Super Bowl halftime performance and making a statement at the Grammys with his wins and speech, Bad Bunny continues to have a great month with the release of his first signature shoe with Adidas. We’ve seen them collaborate before, but now the BadBo 1.0 arrives in an immaculate and minimal design by using several neutral tones and materials to tell the story of all of Bad Bunny’s prior collabs in one.

Release date: Feb. 15

Retail: $160

SKU: KJ1468

Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 “All-Star”

After his historic sneaker free agency and before he received his signature line, the late Kobe Bryant was the face of Nike’s Air Zoom Huarache sneakers, helping them succeed both on and off the court. With this year’s NBA All-Star Game in LA, now is the perfect time to bring these back.

Release date: Feb. 17

Retail: $210

SKU: IR0563-146

Levi’s x Air Jordan 3 “Lunar New Year”

Pulling off a denim shoe is not easy. However, Levi’s has shown us before that they know what they’re doing. Their latest offering is a fresh take on the Jordan 3 for the brand’s annual Lunar New Year release. Co-branding is heavy across the shoe, from its insole to its hangtag, featuring Levi’s iconic patch and its denim as the star of the show. Extra style points earned for using pony hair instead of the usual elephant print on the toe and heel.

Release date: Feb. 21

Retail: $230

SKU: IR0910-400

Saucony Progrid Omni 9 “Valentine’s Day”

We love a good Valentine’s Day shoe whose wearability extends beyond Feb. 14. Pink accents break up the predominantly red upper and soften the look, making this Sock-a-knee pair suitable for year-round wear.

Release date: TBD

Retail: $155

SKU: S70739-149  

Virginia x Adidas Jellyfish “Royal Blue”

Pharrell continues to roll out new colorways of his latest Adidas design. This time, the Jellyfish keeps the original orange pair’s color blocking but opts for royal blue, making it a solid option for spring. If you can’t get these at release, you can always look for the similarly styled Squid version.

Release date: TBD

Retail: $300

SKU: JP9263

Reebok Shaqnosis Low

When it comes to ’90s basketball shoes, Reebok was right there leading the charge in large part due to Shaquille O’Neal’s Shaqnosis shoes. Now, as Reebok prepares to celebrate 30 years of the silhouette, we get the Shaqnosis in its classic black and white, debuting this time as a low top. Everything from the original is here, which means Reebok’s Hexalite cushioning system is back, making this perfect for casual wear or for breaking rims like O’Neal once did.

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Release date: Jan. 22

Retail: $130

SKU: 100244789

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