BAPE and adidas Unveil World Cup-Ready Sneaker Collection

The latest footwear drops also feature new offerings from Nike, PUMA, Salomon, and more.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 3:55pm

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February is shaping up to be an exciting month for sneaker enthusiasts, with major brands like Nike, PUMA, Salomon, and adidas rolling out new collaborations and releases. Highlights include a Kobe Bryant-themed Nike collection, the latest from the NikeSKIMS partnership, and a World Cup-inspired drop from BAPE and adidas.

Why it matters

These new sneaker releases capitalize on major cultural events like the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Weekend, and the upcoming FIFA World Cup, tapping into the zeitgeist and offering fans must-have footwear options. The collaborations also showcase the continued creativity and innovation within the sneaker industry, as brands push the boundaries of design and push the envelope with unique silhouettes and materials.

The details

The Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'City of Champions' and Air Force 1 Low Protro 'City of Champions' pay homage to the late Kobe Bryant's legacy, while the NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh sneaker brings a touch of luxury to the split-toe silhouette. Salehe Bembury and PUMA reunite for a new iteration of the Velum sneaker, and Kith teams up with Salomon on the XT-4K and XT-VYGR 2. Devin Booker's Nike Book 2 'Spiridon' offers a more breathable take on the signature shoe, and Jordan Brand celebrates Valentine's Day with a special Air Jordan 4 for women. Finally, BAPE and adidas have created a World Cup-ready collection featuring the Adistar HRMY, Campus 00, and Samba.

  • The Nike Kobe 1 Protro 'City of Champions' and Air Force 1 Low Protro 'City of Champions' will release on February 4.
  • The NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh sneaker will release on February 5.
  • The Salehe Bembury x PUMA Velum sneaker will release on February 5 and 7.
  • The Kith x Salomon XT-4K and XT-VYGR 2 will release on February 6.
  • The Nike Book 2 'Spiridon' will release on February 6.
  • The Air Jordan 4 'Pale Ivory/Tough Red' will release on February 7.
  • The BAPE x adidas World Cup-ready collection will release on February 7.

The players

Kobe Bryant

The late NBA legend whose legacy is being honored with new Nike sneaker releases.

Kim Kardashian

The founder of SKIMS, which has partnered with Nike on the Rift Mesh sneaker.

Salehe Bembury

The designer who has collaborated with PUMA on the Velum sneaker.

Devin Booker

The NBA player whose signature Nike Book 2 shoe is getting a new 'Spiridon' colorway.

BAPE

The Japanese streetwear brand that has teamed up with adidas on a World Cup-inspired sneaker collection.

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What’s next

Fans will be eagerly awaiting the release of the BAPE x adidas World Cup-ready collection, as well as the continued rollout of the Nike Mind franchise and collaborations between Kith and Salomon.

The takeaway

This week's sneaker drops showcase the continued innovation and cultural relevance of the footwear industry, as brands tap into major events and collaborate with influential designers and athletes to create must-have products for sneakerheads and casual fans alike.