After a successful back to school season, it's autumn's turn to arrive! And one thing is for certain, you won't be disappointed by the sneaker releases dropping throughout October. As expected, Nike stays true to form with some impressive drops and collaborations, closely followed by New Balance and adidas. Discover the best sneakers of October 2023 with WhenToCop?!
New Balance 2002R "Protection Pack"
We introduced it a few days ago: this new New Balance 2002R Protection Pack leans into outdoor inspirations to tackle winter in the best possible way! The Boston-based brand doesn't seem ready to let go of one of its flagship models, reinventing it through four sturdier silhouettes thanks to a mix of materials.
Once again, simple yet effective colorways dress the sneakers: "Eclipse", "Khaki Olive", "Cream", and "Desert". To differentiate from existing editions and renew its collections, the American brand played on the technical aspect of the shoe with premium leather and suede overlays added to the ripstop fabric upper. The other standout feature is the quicklace system, adding a final gorpcore touch to the design.
New Balance Protection Pack "Khaki Olive"
Expected release on October 1, 2023
View on the calendarNew Balance Protection Pack "Eclipse"
Expected release on October 1, 2023
View on the calendarNew Balance Protection Pack "High Desert"
Expected release on October 1, 2023
View on the calendarNew Balance Protection Pack "Cream"
Expected release on October 1, 2023
View on the calendarNike Air Max 1 "Urawa"
This version of the Air Max 1 was introduced by Nike in 2004 as a Japan-exclusive drop. It was created in honor of the Urawa Dragons, the Japanese J League football club. This October, the brand is re-releasing this pair that helped elevate the status of the Air Max 1, now in a 2.0 version.
A black mesh base, grey and white leather overlays, red details, and an elegant gold inscription on the tongue: that's the recipe of the AM1 "Urawa", inspired by the Urawa Red Diamonds jersey. Finally, a dragon embroidery completes the shoe.
It will be available on October 2 at a retail price of €170 on the SNKRS app.
Nike Air Max 1 "Urawa"
Expected release on October 2, 2023
View on the calendarStone Island x New Balance 991v2 "Black Grey"
A second New Balance pair makes it onto the best releases of October, and it's no ordinary one! This is a New Balance 991, a flagship model straight from the Flimby factory where the brand's Made in UK pairs are produced. What makes this pair unique? The fact that it's the very first New Balance 991v2 ever made!
Indeed, the 991 didn't have a v2 until now, and Stone Island has the honor of launching this line. Crafted with exceptional know-how and premium materials, the pair will see an initial drop on October 4 on stoneisland.com followed by a global release on October 18 on New Balance.
Stone Island x New Balance 991v2 "Black Grey"
Expected release on October 4, 2023
View on the calendarNike Shox TL "Toggle"
The Nike Shox has been making waves for the past few weeks! Following the black and white duo that surfaced at the start of the school year, the Swoosh brand continues its momentum with a "Toggle" colorway for autumn.
Rather simple in appearance, the sneaker features a black upper combining leather and mesh, accompanied by grey accents on the TPU elements. For contrast, a touch of neon yellow appears on the branding while a light grey swoosh sits on the lateral side. Finally, the iconic column-cushioned sole completes the design.
It will be available on October 5 at a retail price of €180 on 4elementos, then at Nike in the coming weeks.
Nike Shox TL "Toggle"
Expected release on October 4, 2023
View on the calendarAMBUSH x Nike Air More Uptempo Low "Lilac" & "Black White"
Both versions are crafted with a suede upper and will come in a special box highlighting the partnership. Both pairs will be available on October 6 at a retail price of €215 on SNKRS and other retailers.
AMBUSH x Nike Air More Uptempo Low "Lilac"
Expected release on October 6, 2023
View on the calendarAMBUSH x Nike Air More Uptempo Low "Black White"
Expected release on October 6, 2023
View on the calendarTravis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG Golf "Neutral Olive"
Five months have passed since the last release pairing Travis Scott with Jordan Brand! The last pair was of course the Travis Scott Jordan 1 Low Medium Olive, which was supposed to mark the end of their collaboration on the lowtop. To make up for it, the rapper ultimately decided to turn to the golf division, placing his signature large reverse swoosh on one of the lineup's pairs.
The colorway is close to what La Flame usually offers, with a pale olive nubuck base, a swoosh that's black on one side and white on the other, all joined by accents somewhere between yellow and neon green on the embroideries and the Jumpman x Golf label on the tongue.
It will be available on October 13 at a retail price of €170 on SNKRS. Good luck!
Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG Golf "Neutral Olive"
Expected release on October 13, 2023
View on the calendarPatta x Nike Air Max Plus TN "FC Barcelona"
No need to remind you, the Nike TN has been in the spotlight and enjoying growing popularity for the past few years! As for Patta, it's a beautiful success story that unites the Dutch brand with Nike through the creation of models now iconic in sneaker culture. This year, FC Barcelona supporters are in for a treat, as for the first time the Dutch brand takes on the Nike TN.
The pair clearly represents the Catalan football team, with a mesh base displaying a gradient from blue to fuchsia pink, overlaid by the famous black "waves". A few touches of nubuck, an FC Barcelona hangtag, a double swoosh, and a Patta logo on the tongue complete this shoe that's already shaping up to be a standout. It will naturally come with a special box along with a clothing collection in similar shades.
Patta x Nike Air Max Plus TN "FC Barcelona"
Expected release on October 13, 2023
View on the calendarAir Jordan 1 High OG WMNS "Satin Bred"
It's an exciting return for the Jordan 1 "Satin Banned", which was limited to just 501 numbered pairs during its first in-store release in New York back in 2016. The 2023 version will feature similar design codes to the shoe that represents none other than the tracksuit worn by Michael Jordan during his warm-ups in 1985.
Now called the "Satin Bred", this pair will sport an elegant satin finish, alternating between red and black to maintain the OG spirit of Jordan Brand. Made exclusively for women, it will retail at €180.
Air Jordan 1 High OG WMNS "Satin Bred"
Expected release on October 18, 2023
View on the calendarChris Paul x Air Jordan 1 Low OG "Give Them Flowers"
The basketball player who recently joined the Golden State Warriors and the Jumpman brand continue their collaboration with a specially designed Air Jordan 1 Low featuring a sophisticated floral pattern. This brand new sneaker is set to impress thanks to the use of premium materials and its soft, elegant color palette.
A beige suede toebox and swoosh elevate the white leather upper, all complemented by custom insoles and a special box. It will be available at a retail price of €160 on SNKRS.
Chris Paul x Air Jordan 1 Low OG "Give Them Flowers"
Expected release on October 24, 2023
View on the calendarKorn x adidas Campus 00s "Black White"
The nu metal band won't get just one, but two pairs of sneakers created in collaboration with the three stripes brand. We're looking at an adidas Supermodifed and a Campus 00s, a model that has made a major entrance in the sneaker world in recent times.
Rather understated in appearance with its black suede upper, the pair stands out through small details such as the co-branding on the heel tab and tongue, custom insoles, the gumsole, and the "Campus" text rendered in the band's signature font.
The Korn x adidas Campus 00s will release on October 27 on adidas CONFIRMED, at a retail price of around €130.
Korn x adidas Campus 00s "Black White"
Expected release on October 27, 2023
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