Two highly anticipated releases drop on October 25: the Nike KD 4 “Aunt Pearl,” honoring Kevin Durant's late aunt, and the A Ma Maniére Air Max 95, reimagining the iconic design with the brand’s signature style. Find out where to buy both sneakers this week.
The Nike KD 4 'Aunt Pearl' Returns on October 25, Honoring Kevin Durant’s Late Aunt with a Beloved Design
The Nike KD 4 Retro “Aunt Pearl” is set to release on October 25th via SNKRS and select partnering retailers, arriving in men’s sizing for $130. This release revives one of the most beloved colorways from the original KD 4 lineup, honoring Kevin Durant’s late aunt, who died after battling lung cancer. The "Aunt Pearl" design became the second in a now iconic series of KD models, with each iteration dedicated to the memory of his aunt. Sneaker enthusiasts eagerly await the "Aunt Pearl" editions each year; this retro drop is no exception.
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A Ma Maniére Reimagines the Air Max 95 with Signature Style
Following Jordan Brand’s collaboration with A-Ma Maniére on the "While You Were Sleeping" anniversary collection, which included the Jordan 4, James Whitner’s Atlanta-based brand is now preparing to release the Nike Air Max 95 as part of the six-shoe, multi-brand lineup.
The iconic Sergio Lozano-designed Air Max 95 is reimagined with A-Ma Maniére’s signature dusted mauve hue dominating the anatomy-inspired sidewalls. A soft pink middle panel featuring black mini Swoosh anchors the gradient from lighter shades above to darker tones below. The shoe’s sleek look is emphasized through leather and fine suede materials, with flush, visible stitching replacing the usual layered construction. Inside, the shoe features a leather tongue, sock liner, and what appears to be embroidered branded insoles. A Ma Maniére’s "A" logo is stamped on the heel, with classic text on the tongue and a cursive memo adorning the lateral toe overlay.
Per the commemorative theme, the release is accompanied by anniversary-inspired apparel. Two varsity jackets with black or white leather sleeves are set to launch alongside the sneakers. The jackets feature chenille patches, including the Swoosh and A Ma Maniére text on the back, with "A" monograms and "2014" on the front.
The A Ma Maniére Air Max 95 will be available on October 25th in-store and online, exclusively through A Ma Maniére and affiliated stores (Social Status, APB & AMM). The shoes will retail for $190 in men’s sizing, while the co-branded varsity jacket will be priced at $600.