Caught Slippin’

OK, guys, I’m kind of handing this post over to all of you out there because I need some advice.

Here’s the situation: I’m most definitely an Air Max girl, but there is one thing that REALLY bothers me about wearing them: often, the tongues slip down to the sides as I wear the shoe, mainly with AM1s, AM Lights and AM90s. For instance, I went to the gym at 10am today, in my ultimate AM90 beaters, with the tongues dead centre nevertheless, and when I got home this is the state they were in:


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I asked on Twitter a while back if anybody knew what to do about it & the basic response was to lace up tighter. Trust me when I say the AM90s above were laced up tighter than bowling shoes until this morning, when I loosened them up a bit to run this experiment. The super tight lacing looked pretty stupid and it made the shoes uncomfortabe. It definitely doesn’t happen with all Air Max styles; the ones with puffier tongues tend to sit in place better, and it’s definitely not always so it’s not always an issue. But I’m curious, does it happen with other sneakers from different brands with similar silhouettes to the to the Air Max 1/Light/90?Surely somebody out there can tell me, how do I get around this. What’s the answer to my dilemma? Any ideas? Leave me a comment on here or Tweet me & let me know if it happens to you and/or what to do about it.

Until next time…
Chloë
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Air Jordan VI …. One For The ‘Sneakerettes’

Now then, what do we have here? Definitely one to accommodate the smaller, more feminine Jordan soles. This Air Jordan VI is a special release as it only going to reach the feet of those who have the privilege to be blessed with GS sized toe-sies!

A fresh black canvas with a cotton candy type mix of Marina Blue and Pink Flash on these beautiful VI’s makes them a hot item for the coming months as summer closes its curtains once again. I certainly think you would have the flexibility to pull these babies off with a sleek black outfit, adding a pop of colour or a bright bold outfit, co-ordinating with the fresh candy like colours…. and how can your argue with the classic Air Jordan VI silhouette! Either way, these babies are a winner!

I particularly admire the patent leather accents which (I think) really brings them to life and gives the black a bit more of a 3 dimentional look, love em’! Cop these babies from your local Jordan stockists from Saturday 8th September…. Just in time for school.

Peace & Love!

@Lem0n_Cake

FOR SALE

I’m selling this Nike WMNS Windbreaker but I want it to go to a good home. You won’t find it anywhere so get your hands on it before someone else does!

I’ve barely worn it and it’s like brand new.

Nike Air Women’s Special Edition Windbreaker with Dunk zipper SMALL
Like new, no tags, barely worn. £50 +p&p

Hit me up @YaniLDN or contact@bigeyeslittlesoles.com if you want it!

‘Fireberry’ Air Jordan 7

Another Air Jordan GS exclusive!….The reign of the “Fireberry” continues in the form of the Air Jordan 7. This fresh GS release collaborates the hot pink & purple accents with a white base, contrasting the plain white background to give them an elegant, girly pop!

As they are like a blank canvas, these would easily adapt to most outfits in your wardrobe, a definite cop!

Set to release on August 11th from your nearest Jordan Brand retailer.

Don’t forget to tweet/instagram us your pics if you cop these!

Peace & Love Yo.

Lem0n_Cake

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MARS…. Make Way For Gentry

Gentry Humphrey was spotted wearing a new, exclusive Air Jordan IV Retro colour-way this weekend at the Quai 54 Streetball Tournament in Pairs…. but what are they I hear you ask?

Well, they appear to be a pair of Air Jordan IV Retro’s which have been designed exclusively for Mr Humphrey himself! Gentry’s Jordan 4 features a colour-way that looks alot like the Air Jordan Retro 7′s ‘Year of the Rabbit’ rockin’ the white upper with red and gold accents (freshhhhh).

You’ll also notice that the ankle features an illustration of Gentry as “G-Money”, similar to the MARS Blackmon logo as seen in 2006 on the Air Jordan IV Retro Mars Blackmon…….move over MARS, G-Money is in the house!

Shout outs to DCS for the pics! Go check his full album of the Quai 54 International Streetball Tournament, some sick shots, I wish I was there!

Keep it Big Eyes!

One <3
@Lem0n_Cake

Writing this listening to Frisko’s new track ‘Get A Move On’ …. check the new video, hold tight Westfield Films!

Rule Britannia

As you all know, us Big Eyes girls, love Safari print and quite a few of us are British, so this pack really makes us happy!

Nike Air Safari ‘Great Britain’ Pack
I’m not sure, apart from the Union Jack and GBR on the insole, what the connection is between this release and my nationality but I’m not complaining! The premium leather is so smooth and works perfectly next to the safari suede toe and heel panels. I’m not too sure which colourway I prefer and although both are slightly masculine, I wouldn’t turn down either. I love them both. Possibly more Wintery than for Summer, this pack could be worn right now as British weather is pretty poor.

Which one do you prefer? Let us know on our Facebook or Twitter.

@YaniLDN

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Join The Club (Purple)

If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll often see me uploading pics of a pair of AM1′s I picked up 2 years ago which have club purple panels on them. They literally are my staple Summer shoe and I’m fully amazed that they still look as fresh as the day I bought them.

Anyway, when I saw this women’s release, my jaw dropped and I drooled everywhere. I NEED TO GET MY HANDS ON THESE!

Nike WMNS Air Max Correlate White/Club Purple-Turquoise Blue-Dark Grey
Made from a mixture of Air Max silhouettes, the Correlate is just the right blend of everything I love! The dark grey branding and Swoosh let the club purple and turquoise shine but aren’t lost when perfectly placed next to the white mesh and rubber. A classic colourway on a timeless silhouette.. I’m itching to buy these.

@YaniLDN

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Vintage Safari…

I kid you not.. but these aren’t someone elses smelly sneakers.. they’re brand new.

Nike Air Safari Vintage ‘Bamboo/Black-Baroque Brown-Team Red’
For its 25th Anniversary (same age as me!) this vintage Air Safari release is one of four set to drop over the coming months and will definitely make your feet smile!
In an understated colourway, made up of a suede and nylon upper with that all important safari print tip and heel, the tones on this shoe work seriously well together. They make look slightly masculine, but picture these with a light, summer outfit – maybe leggings or shorts and a plain white tee… PERFECTION!

I wish I could get my hands on a pair of these, but it’s looking like they only run from a UK5 and are only available at select retailers like Titolo and Sivasdescalzo.

Pre-order them now or get your hands on these from 2nd July, don’t sleep on this release!

@YaniLDN
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Yani’s Latest Pick Ups

Over the past month or so I’ve managed to get my hands on some perfect Summer sneaks.

Check them out!

Nike WMNS Air Max 1 ‘Fast Love’ ‘Sport Red/Sail-Sail’
I have a feeling some people were getting this release confused with the Liberty release and I can see why, however, the print is very different, as is the upper of the shoe.
The Sail midsole isn’t as yellowed/vintage and the upper consists of suede and canvas. These AM1s will round off my usual Summer staple of light denim jeans/short and a marl tee, perfectly!

Nike Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘White/Military Blue-Neutral Grey’
I wasn’t sure I’d like this release on me but after I tried them on, I fell in love. Along with my 6′s and my black/cement 3′s, these are my favourite Jordans (that I own). I wore them on a trip last weekend and couldn’t stop looking down. They just look so clean and the blue makes them so bright and stand out. I love them!

Nike WMNS Air Huarache LE ‘White/Voltage Yellow-Net Grey’
I’ve been looking for a replacement pair of Huaraches as my 1990′s pair are very close to being unwearable and then these popped up on eBay! I just had to get them and luckily enough, I did!
It’s like walking around with sunshine on your feet. I wore them to work last week and smiled the entire time! Comfortable, light and super Summery!

Let us know what your latest pick ups have been – Tweet us @bigeyeslilsoles, Follow us on Instagram – @bigeyeslittlesoles and use the hashtag #bigeyeslittlesoles and we’ll blog about your soles!

@YaniLDN
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Harsky For Shoepreme – Jordan Air Freshener

Don’t you just love opening a new box of kicks to get that whiff of new shoe smell?
Well get your peepers round these – same thing, different concept!

Shoepreme teamed up with @Harsky to create these amazing Jordan air fresheners. They are presented in the form of three original colorways of Air Jordan III Black Cement, IV White Cement and Fire Red V’s. They are availbe to buy now at Shoepreme‘s website for just USD $7 (roughly £4.50) so go on, pimp y’aw ride!

If anyone cops any of these, be sure to tag #bigeyeslittlesoles on instagram so we can see the freshness!

Writing this listening to ORIG KIDD‘s new track – Good Intentions. Check him out, he’ll be on the high rise!

Finishing with ‘Peace & Love’ doesn’t feel right on this one so I’ll leave it on a more fitting note….. Stay Fre$h!

@Lem0n_Cake 
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