JOGGER PANTS!!

OK...LOOK.  I have a closet of about 5 pairs of jogger pants.  Why?  I'm a tall, skinny guy that likes fitted pants versus baggy pants.  They look better on my body type.  And the added plus...they showcase my kick game!  Sneakerheads worldwide understand this notion of jogger pants and the cool factor they bring.  COMPLEX gives insight as to where exactly they originated from and why they are so popular right now.  Check it out to get on game!

Jogger Pants in Sneaker Culture

BRAND BLACK: Form and Fashion

Freshness Mag had a very in-depth interview with the new basketball brand, BRAND BLACK.  Footwear veteran and founder, David Raysse, is leading the brand into market where overall performance and street fashion appeal goes hand-in-hand.  Click the link below to read into where the inspiration comes from and what's next for the brand.

BRAND BLACK Freshnessmag Article

Bo Knows

Highsnobiety has done a great job detailing the impact of the infamous "Bo Knows" Nike marketing campaign.  Being born after the campaign made it's largest reach, it's very cool being able to read into the makings and see the actual impact this campaign had.  Take a read and look at the commercials and minds behind them at the link below.

Behind the Swoosh: The Anatomy of Nike's "Bo Knows" Campaign

Teen Opens World's First Pawn Shop for Sneakers

I applaud this young dude's hustle and entrepreneurial spirit!  Realizing a problem and coming up with a successful solution is what true entrepreneurship is about.  For a guy that is only in his second year of high-school, it says a lot about his character and mindset.

Go check out his write-up on the New York Post...truly inspiring!  Love the idea.

First Pawn Shop for Sneakers

The Journey

This past week has been very exciting for me!  If you haven't heard or seen the buzz that has swept the internet about my infamous Johnny Manziel concept cleats then you need to catch up!  I've received such great response from this concept, it's been overwhelming.  I thank everyone that has published an article about it and all of the people who wanted to purchase it via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram!  Leave it up to Nike to decide if they want to put these into production though!

In your spare time, please check out my interview with GAFollowers exploring my journey through the footwear industry.  It's been a long and intriguing journey so far, but the moral of the story is to never give up!  The opportunities that I've enjoyed thus far were strictly through hard work...you can achieve ALL goals!!

GAFollowers Interview

Q.DESIGNS on CORE77!

Q.DESIGNS FEATURED ON CORE77!!  So honored and flattered to have had this opportunity!  For anyone not familiar with Core77, it's one of the biggest artist/designer online magazine sites there   is and carries much respect behind it's name.  One of the most talented Industrial Designers of our generation, Michael DiTullo, wrote the article himself!  Once again, I truly appreciative all of the love and support the brand is gaining.  Please continue to support and contribute...we can make this line a success!  Click the link below to read the full article.

Q.DESIGNS Transcends Categorization

Paul Rivera

 One of the most insightful interviews I've read in a long time.  Paul Rivera, if you haven't heard, is one of the most successful brand builders out there.  Reading his story is truly inspiring as he's traveled from Dime Magazine, Nike, and now Beats by Dre.  But the biggest thing I took away from this interview is his importance of relationships and work ethic!  These two subjects are essential in making a successful career.  Please do yourself a favor and read this interview!  ALL OF IT!

Paul Rivera Interview

Dissect the Jordan Brand Technology

I just recently looked through an article CounterKicks posted about the Jordan Super.Fly 2 and Jordan XX8 technology dissected.  With pictures breaking down each component, you really get a reason why  the Jordan brand can be so expensive at times...it's because of the tooling and technology used!  Click the link below to get a grasp of what it takes to build two of their newest designs.

Jordan Brand Technology

8 Things Productive People Do During the Workday

You want to be more productive during your workday?  Then you should definitely read this article by Ilya Pozin via LinkedIn.  This is a great read because most of us can totally adapt to the 8 suggestions at  hand.  Once you read them, you will understand why they make so much sense.  Take a look.

8 Things Productive People Do During the Workday

The 25 Most Powerful People in Sneakers

I had the opportunity to read this article yesterday and I most definitely learned some things!  This is a must read for the avid sneakerhead.  Gain knowledge of the industry and the people behind it's success!

25 Most Powerful People in Sneakers

10 Steps to Becoming a Sneaker Designer

One of the most respected footwear designers out there, Brett Golliff, has listed 10 steps on how to become a footwear designer.  I've received plenty of inboxes regarding this question, and what Brett has laid out in this post on Complex is quite awesome.  I believe every step he posted is essential for growth.  Click the link below to read up!

10 Steps to Become a Sneaker Designer

Top 10 Basketball Sneakers Since 2000

I ran across this article posted by DIME Magazine a few days ago and found it very interesting.  Interesting because seeing these Top 10 sneakers brought back so many memories and excitement when they first dropped.

Note that the original date this article was published was in September of 2012, so of course there should be more recently releases added to the list.  I can tell you for sure the KD II looks hideous compared to the signature line Kevin Durant has now!  So much growth!  Click the link below to see the count down and watch the videos to throw you back in time.

DIME Magazine Top 10