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.
While June was about preparing for the World Cup, July is all about collaborations, long-awaited retros and everyday staples. Adidas balances patriotic releases with high-profile collaborations, Saucony delivers two distinct partnerships, and New Balance rounds out the month with reliable options for daily wear. No matter what you’re looking for, July’s lineup is one of the strongest and most varied of the summer.
Adidas Climacool Laced ‘Solar Turbo‘
The 3D-printed Adidas Climacool Laced marries performance and style.
Adidas
Summer footwear is all about comfort, and Adidas’ latest Climacool aims to deliver. The fully 3D-printed sneaker features 360-degree airflow designed to keep feet cool throughout the day. And it looks good to boot.
Release date: July 1
Retail: $170
SKU: KI2678
Nike KD19 ‘Bubblegum Bounce‘
The “Bubblegum Bounce” colorway of the Nike KD 19.
Nike
Whatever you think of the Drake commercials, there’s no questioning the appeal of the KD19. Dressed in vibrant pink with an upper that will remind a certain generation of the Nike Foamposite, the latest signature model is built to stand out, whether you’re putting up 20 and 10 in your local league or walking across campus.
Release date: July 1
Retail: $155
SKU: IH1118-600
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A-Cold-Wall x Salomon ACS Pro
The Salomon ACS Pro gets a refined update courtesy of A-Cold-Wall.
A-Cold-Wall
A-Cold-Wall reimagines Salomon’s ACS Pro through its deconstructed lens. The technical hallmarks that define the silhouette remain, but Kevlar mesh, suede overlays and exposed stitching give the performance-minded trail runner a more refined, fashion-conscious look.
Release date: July 1
Retail: $220
SKU: LD0178800 (Iron Ore)
Sp5der x Adidas F50 Formotion
Young Thug’s streetwear brand Sp5der links with Adidas for an all-new silhouette, the F50 Formotion.
Adidas
Adidas is no stranger to teaming up with rappers, and its latest collaboration sees the brand partner with Young Thug’s Sp5der label on a chrome-heavy take on the F50. Finished in metallic silver with subtle pink accents, these are guaranteed to stand out in any setting.
Release date: July 1
Retail: $190
SKU: KZ6575
A-Feeling x Saucony Progrid Paramount ‘Science of Wow‘
The Saucony Paramount model first released in 2007 and returned in 2026.
A-Feeling
Certain color schemes lend themselves to specific seasons. A-Feeling’s Saucony Paramount, featuring multiple shades of green and subtle brown accents, feels destined for fall. Our advice? Cop now and put them on ice until autumn arrives.
Release date: July 2
Retail: $180
SKU: S71029-1
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The Whitaker Group x Adidas EVO SL ‘Neon Lights‘
The EVO SL “Neon Lights” collaboration between The Whitaker Group and Adidas.
The Whitaker Group
The Whitaker Group and Adidas offer a fresh take on the Fourth of July sneaker. Dressed in a vibrant mix of colors, the EVO SL “Neon Lights” captures the feeling of a summer evening spent watching fireworks with friends. It’s a patriotic release without leaning on the usual stars-and-stripes playbook.
Release date: July 3
Retail: $170
SKU: KH6218
Saucony ProGrid Omni 9 ‘Jimmy G’s Water Ice‘
Philadelphia retailer Lapstone & Hammer reunites with Saucony for a collaboration inspired by one of the city’s summer staples: Italian ice. Created with Philly-born skateboarder Jimmy Gorecki, the release arrives in red and mint colorways, each capturing the frozen treat’s colorful appeal. There’s no wrong choice here.
Release date: July 3
Retail: $165
SKU: S101245-1090
Air Jordan 7 ‘Miro‘
Jordan Brand brings back the Air Jordan 7 “Miro,” a colorful 2008 release inspired by Spanish artist Joan Miró.
Jordan Brand
Jordan Brand continues its habit of digging into the vault, this time bringing back the Air Jordan 7 “Miro.” Released in 2008 and inspired by Michael Jordan’s 1992 Olympic run in Barcelona and Spanish artist Joan Miró, the sneaker has become a cult favorite that still fetches four figures on the resale market. Miss this drop, and you’ll likely be paying resale.
Release date: July 10
Retail: $255
SKU: IQ6573-100
Soulgoods x Nike Homescape Woven
Soulgoods reworks Nike archive DNA into the all-new Homescape Woven.
Nike
Soulgoods was given far more freedom, drawing from Nike’s archive to create a new hybrid silhouette that pairs a Footscape-inspired upper with tooling from other archive models, such as the Special Field Boot and Flyknit Trainer Chukka.
Release date: July 11
Retail: $180
SKU: HM6961-001
Pharrell Williams x Adidas Jellyfish ‘Triple White‘
The “Triple White” colorway of the Adidas Adistar Jellyfish.
Adidas
The Adidas Jellyfish returns in an all-white colorway just in time for summer. While the palette stays simple, subtle shifts in tone and texture create plenty of visual depth. Whether you’re headed to a family reunion or a backyard cookout, this is the kind of sneaker that fits the occasion.
Release date: July 15
Retail: $300
SKU: KH6730
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Air Jordan 3 OG ‘True Blue‘
Jordan Brand brings back the “True Blue” colorway of the Jordan 3 for the first time in a decade.
Jordan Brand
The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” returns for the first time in a decade, bringing back one of the silhouette’s most celebrated colorways. Tumbled white leather, elephant print and Nike Air branding all make the cut, ensuring this retro stays true to the original. Don’t be surprised if pairs disappear quickly.
Release date: July 18
Retail: $230
SKU: IF4396-104
Little Tokyo Table Tennis x Asics Gel Resolution 5
Little Tokyo Table Tennis brings its playful approach to the Asics Gel Resolution 5 with two distinctive colorways. The volt pair steals the show, using clear overlays, loose strings and green accents to nod to the model’s tennis heritage and the sport’s iconic grass courts. These won’t go unnoticed.
Release date: July 25
Retail: TBA
SKU: TBA
Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 ‘Birdy‘
Nike brings back Sue Bird’s Seattle Storm-inspired Huarache 2K4 player exclusive.
Foot Locker
Nike pays tribute to WNBA legend Sue Bird by bringing back her Seattle Storm Huarache 2K4 player exclusive. The green-and-gold colorway nods to the Storm teams of Bird’s early years and Seattle’s broader basketball history. Combined with the model’s cult status and the WNBA’s growing momentum, this retro feels destined for a big summer.
Release date: July 25
Retail: $210
SKU: IW1884-100
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New Balance 990v4 Made in the USA
A vibrant “Urgent Red” colorway gives New Balance’s Made in USA 990 a summer-ready update.
New Balance
New Balance’s Made in USA line has become a fixture on lists like this for good reason. The latest 990 pairs premium construction with a vibrant red-orange upper, yellow and blue accents, and an aged midsole. Built for summer, the colorway has enough versatility to carry into early fall.
Release date: June 25
Retail: $185
SKU: U99076B
Jacob DeLawrence is a freelance writer, podcaster and occasional menace to society. When he’s not creating you can find him in a basketball gym coaching the future or arguing about wrestling on Twitter, @_jdela.
