In the previous incarnation of this blog, I believe my colleague Kells Supertramp posted an early sample picture of these Dunks with some mildly disparaging things to say about them. Respectfully, I must disagree.
They are called the Nike Octagon One Piece Dunk Hi (released to coincide with the Olympics), and they are awesome.
These shoes are like nothing I’ve ever seen before, and frankly, I think they are unbelievably cool. From far away, I am sure they just look like a Dunk with some light colors on the upper. But seeing these up close is almost headache-inducing and somewhat mind-bending…in a good way.
These are like wearing a Roy Lichtenstein painting on your feet.
Additionally, the color choices work extremely well together. Nike is taking a chance on these, and depending on how they are received, I would not be surprised if we saw more shoes come out with this concept. (Think if they incorporate a fade to these…dear god that’d be sick.)
As is always the case with any cool shoe Nike puts out, these are available nowhere and surely cost more than is at all reasonable.
[Images courtesy of Hypebeast]
August 5th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Carbamazepine is one of the most effective drugs in combating tonic-clonic seizures which are sure to spike with the release of this pack on the 8th. Carbamazepine may rarely cause very serious (possibly fatal) skin reactions. Certain ethnic groups (including people of Asian/South Asian descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test (HLA-B 1502) to measure your risk before prescribing this medication. If the blood test shows you are at greater risk, discuss the risks and benefits of carbamazepine and other treatment choices with your doctor. Such skin reactions have developed mostly within the first few months of treatment. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the following symptoms: skin rash/blisters/peeling, itching, or swelling. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
This drug has rarely caused a severe decrease in bone marrow function (aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis). Your doctor will monitor your blood counts to minimize the chance of this side effect. Keep all medical and laboratory appointments. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), unusual weakness or fatigue, or easy bleeding/bruising.
August 6th, 2008 at 7:19 am
I am stocked up on carbamazepine and ready to leave a pack of drooling, shaking Hypebeast McDunks in my wake once I get my hands on these.
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