December is usually one of the biggest month for sneaker releases.
Jordan Brand usually delivers their best products, such as the highly anticipated Jordan 11 release that happens always towards Christmas. Of course, there will also be several other retros dropping this month.
On the other hand, Nike will also deliver with a new colorway of the Air Cruz, as well as unveiling the second signature sneaker model for Cleveland Cavaliers star Kyrie Irving.
There will also be some Yeezys dropping this month, since it's always #YZYSZN. Under Armour may also have a trick up their sleeves with a Stephen Curry shoe drop.
What are the sneakers to look out for in December 2015? Here's my top 10.
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10. Under Armour Curry Two "Suit and Tie"
Under Armour Curry 2 “Suit & Tie”
Black/White-Dark Grey-University Red
1259007-101
December 11, 2015
$130
Steph Curry has been killing it so far on the court this season. If he keeps this play up and the Golden State Warriors continue to rack up the wins, he is well on his way to his second straight MVP award.
His shoes also seem to be on the rise since he joined Under Armour. This “Suit and Tie” colorway will be a nice pickup for any Curry fan. With a nice makeup of a black-white-red color scheme, you can’t go wrong with these.
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9. Air Jordan XX9 Low “Infrared”
Air Jordan XX9 Low
Black/Infrared 23-Wolf Grey-White
828051-003
December 4, 2015
$185
The Air Jordan XX9 has been considered the greatest basketball sneaker (performance-wise) of all time by many enthusiasts, and Jordan Brand debuted the low-top version of the shoe Friday.
This mostly black-and-grey colorway with infrared hits is a nice way to release the first sneaker. It can definitely be rocked casually, but it’s a definite cop for hoopers who like to ball in low-tops.
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8. Air Jordan 8 Retro “Chrome”
Air Jordan 8 Retro “Chrome”
Black/Chrome
305381-003
December 26, 2015
$190
A simple and clean colorway, you can’t go wrong with the Chrome 8s dropping the day after Christmas. It will be a nice thing to buy for any sneakerhead to spend their Christmas money on.
Expect these to buy an easy buy, much like the Aqua 8s that dropped on Black Friday. Definitely a great sneaker to wear for the winter months.
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7. Nike Air Trainer Cruz “Wolf Grey”
Nike Air Trainer Cruz
Wolf Grey/Metallic Silver-Black Bright Crimson
777535-001
December 11, 2015
$140
The first sneaker to release of the Nike Air Trainer Cruz, a “Wheat” colorway, sold out last month. For those who are a fan of these sneaker, definitely be on the lookout when these drop as many plan to grab it.
It is the first signature sneaker for New York Giants star wide receiver Victor Cruz. So far, the shoe has done well selling. Expect these to do the same.
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6. Nike Kyrie 2
Nike Kyrie 2
December 15, 2015
$125
Nike Kyrie 2 “Christmas”
White/Obsidian-Blue Lagoon-Orange Blaze
December 24, 2015
$125
After much success of the Nike Kyrie 1 this past year, the Cavaliers star will get his second model that will debut this month. Two colorways will be dropping, one on the 15th and other on the 24th, which will be a Christmas colorway.
The shoe has seen a lot of first looks, though Nike has yet to officially unveil them yet. Be on the lookout for that.
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5. Nike Air Foamposite Pro “He Got Game”
Nike Air Foamposite Pro “He Got Game”
624041-100
December 19, 2015
$385
The famous “Pearl” Foamposites worn by Ray Allen from the movie “He Got Game” will get a re-release this month. The only bad part, however, is that it will release in a pack with with the Nike Zoom Hawk Flight, hence the $385 retail tag.
It is definitely a sneaker to buy if you’re a Foamposite lover, though. If you got the stacks, why not?
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4. Adidas Yeezy 750 Boost “Black”
adidas Yeezy 750 Boost
Black/Black
BB1839
December 19, 2015
$350
Though Kanye West’s barber Ibn Jasper has stated that shoe is fake, Kim Kardashian gave a first look at the “Black” colorway of the Adidas Yeezy 750 Boosts that are rumored to release this month.
It’s always #YZYSZN, so expect everyone to be going after these. We’ll see if the Yeezy really jumped over the Jumpman, as these shoes will release the same day as the Air Jordan 11 Retro “72-10.”
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3. Adidas Yeezy 350 Boost “Oxford Tan”
adidas Yeezy 350 Boost
Light Stone/Oxford Tan-Light Stone
AQ2661
December 29, 2015
$200
Yep, it’s definitely #YZYSZN. Not only is a Yeezy 750 Boost releasing this month, but you can add on the low-top Yeezy 350s to December 2015 as well.
The Turtle Doves, Pirate Blacks and Moonrocks have all done well so far. Up next is this “Oxford Tan” colorway dropping at the end of the month. Yeah, I’m definitely going after these.
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2. Air Jordan 6 Retro “Maroon”
Air Jordan 6 “Maroon”
Off-White/New Maroon
384664-116
December 5, 2015
$220
This shoe hasn’t released since it’s initial drop in 1991. The first retro of the Air Jordan 6 Retro “Maroon” will be a big one when it comes out this Saturday.
Many have been asking for these to release for years now, and we finally get it this week. I already got my pair, I can tell you it’s a definitely not a shoe to sleep on if you’re a fan of Jordans. Definitely a must-cop, and one of the top Jordan releases of the year.
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1. Air Jordan 11 Retro “72-10”
Air Jordan 11 Retro “72-10″
Black/Gym Red-White-Anthracite
378037-002
December 19, 2015
$220
Not only is this the biggest sneaker release of this month, but I believe it could be the biggest of the whole year. From the start of 2015, Jordan Brand has been talking about “remastering” their products. This Jordan 11 takes remastering to a whole new level.
With a premium leather upper, glossy patent leather, amazing suede and an interesting, cloudy outsole, this is definitely one of the more unique Jordan 11s than we were used to of years past. It also commemorates Michael Jordan’s 72-10 season with the Chicago Bulls in 1996.
This is the perfect shoe to close out the 30th anniversary year of Jordan Brand. Definitely must-cop if you are thinking of grabbing these.
By Josh Dhani
