So glad I ran across this article via ConceptKicks. Of course the footwear is dope and innovative. But the concept behind the brand and the business model they want to take on is so cool to me. Forget "seasons". Creativity and innovation should be bound by that notion...just create! Obviously this new brand is doing that. Click the link below to check out the full interview.
Professional sneaker cleaner and restorer Jason Markk has opened a new flagship store that will cater to those sneakerheads that love to keep their kicks clean and fresh. The flagship store has opened here in Los Angeles and will feature a drop-off service along with Markk's famous line of cleaning products.
I think this is a great idea, especially during this boom in the sneaker industry. Head over to SoleCollector to get more details and location of the store.
Please tune into www.behindthemindradioshow.com this Friday at 11AM EST to hear what I have to say! It's not only about Q.DESIGNS...it's about something bigger. What is that something? Tune in to find out!! Also online with Android and iPhone via www.weactradio.com.
For those that follow me via Instagram have seen this, but for those that haven't...this is part 1 of the Q.DESIGNS "What If" Series. I wanted to start a design series of shoes that would basically ask the question, "What if Q.DESIGNS was given the opportunity to collaborate with different footwear companies to revamp some of their most popular styles?"
The first shoe up was the Air Jordan 8. The shoe to me is a classic so I wouldn't change it dramatically. Slight pattern and outsole changes, added patent leather, different collar shape, and a cool graphic insole.
Q.DESIGNS will be on Behind The Mind Radio on the 31st of this month! Tune in to see what I have to talk about! Visit www.behindthemindradioshow.com at 11AM EST on the 31st.
Also if you're in DC, it will broadcast on 1480AM. This interview is online, on Android or iPhone on www.weactradio.com as well. No reason to miss out! Please spread the word!
The moment is finally here!! Q.DESIGNS CAN BE ON YOUR FEET IN 2014 WITH YOUR HELP!! For all of the people that wanted these styles so badly, now is your chance to grab a pair...or two! Please share this link with as many people as possible that would be interested. Even if they don't like the shoes, the message behind my brand is bigger than the shoes! Click the link below to see exactly what I mean!
What up world! So the hype on the Q.Designs NO.2 has been WILD to say the least! So to make my customers happy I'm willing to release the crowdfunding campaign earlier for this particular style earlier than what was expected if at least 80 people pledge via my website: www.qdesignsfootwear.com before Christmas. Click the SHOP tab and you'll see the pledge bracket...there is no money due upfront!
Initially, I wanted to launch the entire line around February but due to overhead costs and Chinese New Year pushing production back, that date wouldn't be until Summer 2014 and you wouldn't have the shoes in your hands until Fall 2014 sometime. With the campaign for the NO.2 possibly launching earlier, you can expect to have this shoe in your hands in Summer 2014.
So this is the public's chance to prove how much they want this shoe! It's up to you guys! Share this with family and friends that may be interested! I truly appreciate all of the support and kind words regarding the brand. I look forward to possibly giving you something to rock on your feet sooner than later!
*Note that this NO.2 will release as the Base Model. The shoe that you guys see in the rendering will be the Elite Model, which will come with performance outsole and insole...this will release later in the year for 2014.
YO! I just got my first post on the COMPLEX Magazine website! COMPLEX reached out to me to ask what was my craziest sneaker moment. It was a pleasure to let them know the craziness I went through to get the Adidas Kobe II. Click the link below to read up on the story and also many other industry footwear fanatics!
CRAZZZYYY!! YO, these have to be the dopest customs of this year yet! Shouts out to Gourmet Kicks for this crazy idea. The packaging and overall quality of execution of these is just genius and well done. Dope blood splatters and tongue patches all point back to the film. If Nike, ever decided to release these as limited pairs believe people would be fighting over them like the movie! Click the link below to check out more pics.
What's up world! I've uploaded Day 2 of the Q. Designs rendering tutorial for those who have been following along so far. In this video, I'm walking you through how to begin constructing your upper design. Day 3 we will cover details such as stitching and airbrushing! Hope you are learning something now!
For the sneakerheads...here is the list to your paradise! Complex has given you the Top 15 best sneaker boutiques from around the WORLD, not just in NYC or LA. Open your minds and your passports! Check out what they had to say about each one on the link below.
Yet again Brett Golliff gives some terrific knowledge as to what it takes to design a shoe from start to finish! It is quite the process for sure. If you are an aspiring footwear designer please take notes!
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!
This is slowly growing on me. At first glimpse I couldn't get a grasp as to what was really going on with this shoe. So many cuts and underlays. This is definitely an eye-catcher. If that was the goal, then mission complete. This is said to be LeBron's lightest sneaker yet with an Armorposite upper cage, and a Lunarlon foam midsole, and full-length Zoom Air cushioning.
