Herzogenaurach, March 23, 2023
The New PUMA Slipstream New Lux Embodies Clean Design

PUMA’s next-generation Slipstream sneaker brings ‘80s basketball to the modern day. Honoring its performance legacy, the 2023 Slipstream is a court classic reinvented.

The new Slipstream New Lux retains the court DNA of its predecessor. This fresh and refined evolution of the Slipstream embodies clean design, with a two-tone colorway that allows materials, shapes, and accents to come to the forefront. The newly reimagined upper is swept with a tonal color scheme that is expressed through a smooth leather upper, overlaid with panels in a complementary sand hue. Creating a hand-finished feel, subtle tacked stitching appears on the upper, as well as the leather tongue badge.

The PUMA Slipstream New Lux is available starting March 23, 2023 from PUMA flagship stores, PUMA.com, and selected retailers.

Notes to Editors

The original PUMA Slipstream was a high-top basketball shoe born in 1987 as a successor to the SKY LX. Presented as a performance model that was “engineered for the serious player,” the Slipstream was a pioneer for its innovative material makeups, which featured embellishments like faux snakeskin, leather, and faux fur.

A retro program in 2002 reintroduced Slipstream models like the Slipstream Snake and Slipstream Beast into the Japanese market, to appease an appetite for eye-catching designs that were popular at the time. Subsequently, the Slipstream was created in special made-in-Japan versions and other collectible editions. In 2022, PUMA brought back to Slipstream to celebrate the silhouette’s 35th anniversary. 

Herzogenaurach, Germany; March 23, 2023
THE RS-X EFEKT GRADIENT PACK IS THE LATEST CHAPTER IN PUMA’S RUNNING SYSTEM FRANCHISE

The new RS-X Efekt Gradient pack joins the classic PUMA RS franchise to spark this new season. The refreshed silhouette arrives in four curated editions that are tied together with gradient colorways: Navy, Sand, Black, and a Purple color scheme.

The silhouette itself is characterized by a technical feel, comprised of specialized overlays that lend the shoe its distinctive energetic look. The shoe’s heel counter acts as a support element, as well as a utilitarian touch to the silhouette’s upper. Creating the shoe’s futuristic aesthetic, RS-X Efekt Gradient boasts overstated tooling, plus grippy rubber coverage on the outsole, while mesh components ensure the shoe remains light and breathable.

The PUMA RS-X Efekt Gradient pack is available starting March 23, 2023, from PUMA.com, PUMA stores, and selected accounts worldwide.

Note to Editors:

The original RS franchise traces its origins to 1984 when PUMA endeavored to create a revolutionary new technology. The PUMA RS (Running System) was the world’s first wearable sports product, and the world’s first smart shoe. The RS’s built-in computer aggregated data, translating it into metrics that allowed runners to become faster, more efficient, and more competitive.

Starting in 2018, the RS family has grown extensively, with the addition of new styles like the RS-X, RSX3, RS-2K, RS-Fast, RS-Connect, RS-Dreamer, and more. Now for 2023, PUMA continues to expand on the RS legacy

Herzogenaurach, Germany , March 21, 2023
PUMA LAUNCHES THE BRILLIANCE PACK FEATURING WOMEN SPECIFIC FITS FOR THE FUTURE, ULTRA, AND KING

Global sports company PUMA has today launched the Brilliance Pack, featuring women specific fits for the FUTURE, ULTRA and KING in fresh new colorways. A brilliant fit for brilliant ballers - PUMA is celebrating the brilliance of the women’s game whilst looking ahead to the next generation of young female players.

To mark the launch of the Brilliance Pack PUMA is bringing together professional players and grassroot programs, to inspire young girls to play football. Two key activations have already been held in Germany and France with many more to come:

Together with VfL Wolfsburg and German international Lena Lattwein, PUMA collaborated with Golden Goal on March 13th to host a special football day for over 200 children. Golden Goal is a grassroot organization in Germany who support girls from migration backgrounds to help them integrate into Germany, through football. With that purpose PUMA, Lena Lattwein and Golden Goal created a unique football experience for the girls to inspire them and give them a platform to play the beautiful game.

PUMA partnered with PSG and French international Laurina Fazer on March 15th to surprise Laurina’s first football club with a special training session in Paris. Laurina talked to the girls about her journey, tips for becoming a football player and helped take them through various football specific drills with the hope of inspiring a new generation of female football players.

PUMA also hosted activations with Sherida Spitse (Netherlands and Ajax) in Amsterdam, Maya Le Tissier (Manchester United) in Manchester and at the end of March Madelen Janogy (Hammerby IF and Sweden), Jonna Andersson (Hammerby IF and Sweden), Adelina Engman (Hammerby IF and Finland) and Maika Hamano (Hammerby IF and Japan) will be hosting an event Stockholm.

The aim of the activations is to get girls playing football and bring them together with female role models who inspire them. The Brilliance Pack also provides female players with the right fit and technology to support they're on pitch needs to perform at their best.

“PUMA first introduced a women’s specific fit over two years ago and we have continued to refine and roll out this offering across all of our silos”, said Stephanie Vieira, Product Line Manager Teamsport Footwear, PUMA. “We feel it is important to support our female athletes with the best equipment with a fit that is tailored to the anatomical shape of a women’s foot.”

 

The FUTURE women’s combines the latest FUTURE technology with measurements engineered specifically for a women’s foot - such as volume and instep height, resulting in a comfortable fit that will drive opponents crazy just like Julia Grosso throughout the 90 minutes, match after match.

The FUTURE features an adaptive FUZIONFIT360 upper that combines a dual mesh, stretchy knit with the eye catching, PUMA exclusive PWRTAPE to lock down the foot for the ultimate fit. The FUTURE also integrates a dual-density Dynamic Motion System outsole to enhance stability, agility and traction.

The ULTRA women’s was the first PUMA silo to offer the women’s specific fit and has continued to evolve by putting women first, specifically curated to match the anatomical shape of a woman's foot combined with state-of-the-art ULTRA technology. Designed with minimal weight in mind for maximum speed and a high-performance, the ultra-lightweight ULTRAWEAVE upper allows players to channel their inner Fridolina Rolfö when flying down the wings, with an edge that can be the difference between winning or losing.

With the return to the pitch of the KING of football boots, PUMA has introduced a women specific KING. Built to be the King of Control, the non-animal-based K-BETTER™ upper material takes the signature KING touch, comfort and durability to the next-level, whilst maximum maneuverability is achieved through a lightweight outsole with external heel counter, integrated stability spine and conical studs - to be worn by midfield maestro Ingrid Engen.

“Women’s football has always been a priority for PUMA and the Brilliance Pack continues this commitment”, said Dominique Gathier, Senior Head of Product Line Management Teamsport Footwear, PUMA. “It is important for us to support the women's game and hosting global activations with our PUMA talent is a great way to help support girls that want to play football.”

As a step toward a better future, all three boot uppers are made with at least 20% recycled materials.

Celebrate the Brilliance of women's football with The Brilliance Pack, available from March 21st at PUMA.com, PUMA stores and select retailers worldwide.

Herzogenaurach, Germany; March 20, 2023
PUMA AND PALOMO SPAIN’S SECOND COLLABORATIVE COLLECTION IS A JOYFUL, FREE-SPIRITED TAKE ON RETRO SURF CULTURE

For Spring / Summer 2023, PUMA and Palomo Spain have joined forces again to create a collection paying homage to classic surf culture with an immersive, genderless and accepting edge.

The second PUMA x Palomo Spain wardrobe is inspired by surf culture ranging from the 60’s and 70’s - theera in which surf culture emerged as the ultimate expression of freedom, adventure and a laid-back, freefrom conformity take on life - to the aesthetic that crystallized in the early 2000s. “We wanted to get into aworld we had never explored before”, says Alejandro Gómez Palomo, Founder and Creative Director ofPalomo Spain. “A surfing theme was perfect for Summer, and it immediately brought us back to icons of theculture such as Bruce Brown’s documentary The Endless Summer and Stacy Peralta’s Dogtown and Z Boys,but also to our own teenage memories from Tarifa beaches in the early 2000s, and the surfer boy look thatwas so prevalent in Spain back then.”

 

“Surf culture was an angle PUMA had never really taken on before. Filtered through Palomo Spain’s gentle, couture-inspired lens, it immediately took on an exciting, innovative perspective. It just made so much sense”, says Nils Moersch, PUMA’s Apparel Global Creative Director. “We were in complete synergy on this project; it’s the result of a creative partnership developing over time”, he adds.

Mixing soft pink lavender, aqua green and blue pastel tones with pop touches of bubble gum, yellow, and coral, the gender-neutral collection introduces five different ready-to-wear styles. Pieces span from versatile printed cotton tees and hoodies to lightweight moiré cargo pants, bomber jackets and fluid long sleeve tops mimicking surfing rash guards.

Footwear includes two different versions of the Slipstream sneaker: a bicolour leather and suede lace-up, and a pink mule with chunky hook-and-loop traps. A mint moiré backpack, a reversible bucket hat and a crossbody bag - both featuring the season’s 60’s-inspired, colourful print - complete the accessories offering.

Shot in the otherworldly volcanic beaches of Lanzarote, the collection campaign community in surfing and summer romance. Moody tones of purple, orange and yellow echo dusk get together with friends, and the black sand and green waters of the island conjure the alternate reality of summer holidays.

The PUMA x Palomo Spain collection will be available on PUMA.com, the puma mobile app, the PUMA NYC flagship store, palomospain.com.

 

Herzogenaurach, Germany, March 8, 2023
PUMA and FINAL FANTASY XIV Online announce a new collectionto celebrate the beloved game’s 10th anniversary together

Sports company PUMA and SQUARE ENIX®, developer of the critically acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game (“MMORPG”) FINAL FANTASY® XIV Online have teamed up to create a special collection that celebrates FINAL FANTASY XIV Online’s 10th anniversary and embodies the beloved game’s theme of the duality between light and dark.

The new aesthetic collection, designed by PUMA for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, consists of footwear, apparel, and accessories, which combine iconic PUMA DNA, contrasting color palettes, and iconic graphics and characters from the visually immersive game. PUMA together with FINAL FANTASY XIV Online believes that FINAL FANTASY XIV Online fans would appreciate the comfort shape, authentic style, and engaging elements. The full line of products can be seen at puma.com.

PUMA continues to support gaming as an important part of the culture around consumers after a series of collaborations with prominent gaming companies such as Nintendo and Roblox. The brand’s new collection showcases PUMA’s commitment to innovation and style, offering products that celebrate the cultural impact of FINAL FANTASY XIV Online across generations.

In anticipation of the collaboration's release, a new CG teaser was revealed today, showcasing elements of the coming collection. View the teaser video, which features the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online brand breaking into the PUMA world, at: https://youtu.be/L8qNTl8B2oo.

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Manama, Bahrain, March 3, 2023
PUMA Celebrates its 75th Anniversary and Rich History in Motorsport

Sports company PUMA kicked off the 2023 Formula 1 season with a special panel discussion to celebrate its legacy in Motorsport culture and discuss the importance of innovations in racewear production. It was the first of a series of events to mark PUMA’s 75th anniversary.

The panel talk was held in Bahrain on March 1 and was moderated by Noemi de Miguel, a sports journalist and television presenter for DAZN together with experts — Thomas Josnik (Global Director Motorsport, PUMA), Mick Schumacher (Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Reserve driver), Gregor Huebner (Senior Manager Sports Marketing Motorsport, PUMA) and Maurizio Sicco (Consultant in Motorsport racewear, PUMA) — they explored PUMA’s milestones in motorsport, discussed racing products from different eras, and spoke about what motorsport represents today.

 

PUMA’s latest racing shoes, SPEEDCAT PRO, were designed based on functionality to support drivers in their high performance on track. Years of innovation and technology packed into a single shoe, the SPEEDCAT PRO uses state of the art materials for racing. The upper and lining are made of lightweight fabric for speed, comfort, and of course fire protection. To guarantee absolute control of the pedals, the SPEEDCAT PRO comes with a low-profile rubber outsole and an EVA wedge provides just the right amount of comfort while keeping the shoe light and nimble.The SPEEDCAT PRO was built in compliance with the latest FIA Homologation Regulations for Safety Equipment (FIA Standard 8856-2018) for the best protection in racing. The SPEEDCAT PRO also includes several design elements that pay homage to PUMA's racing heritage.

“PUMA is proud to celebrate its 75th anniversary this year and also our legacy in motorsport industry”, said Thomas Josnik Global Director Motorsport at PUMA. “Innovation, speed, and technology have always been at the heart of everything we do, and this event is a tribute to our commitment to pushing boundaries and driving change in the industry.”

The event was an exciting first step in this year of celebration of 75 years of PUMA's past, present, and future in motorsport, highlighting the brand's commitment to excellence and innovation in racewear.

 

Herzogenaurach, Germany, March 2, 2023
0% LEATHER. 110% KING - PUMA PHASES OUT K-LEATHER WITH INNOVATIVE K-BETTER TECHNOLOGY.

Sports company PUMA has redesigned its legendary KING football boot by introducing its new K-BETTER technology to deliver exceptional performance without kangaroo leather.

The PUMA KING has been worn by legendary players such as Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona,Eusébio, Lothar Matthäus and Pelé, who dominated international football for decades. Now the KING is returning to the pitch supercharged with the latest PUMA technology and for the first time ever made with K-BETTER, a completely new, non-animal based upper material. The upper contains at least 20% recycled material as a step toward a better future.

K-BETTER has proven to outperform the previous KING K-Leather in testing for touch, comfort, and durability. PUMA is so convinced by the performance characteristics of K-BETTER that it will stop producing football boots with kangaroo leather altogether this year.

“The PUMA KING is PUMA’s most iconic franchise in football and has always stood for using the best materials and the latest in innovation. Over the years we have seen the boot evolve and become ingrained in on pitch and off pitch football culture, from the pitches to the terraces.” said Peter Stappen, Lead Product Line Manager Teamsport Footwear. “The new KING takes the franchise to the next-level and offers a super-soft upper with optimal stretch resistance for ultimate touch and control benefits.” 

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SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS, FEBRUARY 23, 2023
PUMA RELEASES ITS NEWEST UPDATE: DEVIATE NITRO ELITE 2

PUMA is releasing its newest update to its running lineup, the Deviate NITRO ELITE 2.

Elite runners require high-performance products that don’t just keep up but excel. When it’s about beating your PR every time, you need propulsion, next-level cushioning, and stabilization. That’s why PUMA reworked Deviate NITRO Elite 2 to incorporate the latest and most innovative engineering.

“The deviate elite has been my go-to racing shoe, and” said Molly Seidel, U.S. marathoner for PUMA and Olympic Bronze medalist. “I can’t wait to take the new and improved version two to the roads in 2023!”

The Deviate NITRO Elite 2 is a running shoe redesigned for explosive, race day propulsion. A carbon fiber PWRPLATE ensures stability and maximum running efficiency, while NITRO Elite foam offers supreme cushioning that won’t weigh you down. It’s a running go-to made with lightweight monomesh and durable PUMAGRIP rubber for multi-surface traction and an effortless run.

Tech Specs:

• Stack Heights: 28mm forefoot / 36mm heel

• HTD: 8mm

• Weight: 176 grams (women’s), 211 grams (men’s)

• Key Technologies: Super Critical NITRO Elite foam; carbon fiber PWRPLATE; PUMAGRIP LT

The Deviate NITRO ELITE 2 will be available on February 1 on PUMA.com and in store at PUMA Flagship stores and select retailers globally.

Herzogenaurach, Germany, February 23, 2023
THE GAME IS NEVER OVER WITH THE PUMA AND AC MILAN 8-BIT INSPIRED FOURTH KIT IN COLLABORATION WITH KOCHÉ

PUMA, AC Milan and KOCHÉ have today launched a special capsule collection featuring the new AC Milan Fourth kit.

The jersey integrates a game-ready pixelated interpretation of the iconic red and black stripes of AC Milan.

The new Rossonero reality is reinterpreted in digital 8-bit glory with PUMA, AC Milan, and Paris-based label KOCHÉ. This season, the three brands combine club heritage with performance tech and street-inspired couture for a match-ready collection that is both football and fashion-forward. The capsule features the AC Milan Fourth jersey, shorts, goalkeeper kit, and a pre-match jacket.

The Fourth jersey places club heritage at the center of a new, pixelated universe, where reality coexists with imaginary, and the only thing that matters is: red and black. The jersey integrates a touch of gold, which adds an elegant touch to the innovative reinterpretation of the pixelated red and black stripes. The new digitally inspired pieces feature all the futuristic PUMA tech that is ready to play on and off the pitch because the game is never over. 

Pixels are the atoms of digital images. They can be reminiscent of 8-bit games, nostalgic early internet graphics and take a contemporary form in the shape of Crypto punks, which are at the center of pop culture today,” said Marco Mueller, PUMA Senior Head of Product Line Management Apparel Licensed. “The idea behind the jersey print is to bend the pixels in a perspective that will pay tribute to the iconic stripes, but at the same time decompose the pixels to blend into the black of the jersey to create a stylized digital look and feel.”

The design and creative of the collection fuse the digital world with a modern realistic environment to create a unique mix of styles that celebrate AC Milan’s heritage and innovative nature. Not only has this been achieved through the physical collection but also the digital space. The design of the jersey has been used to create car decals and wheels that will be launched in the popular sports action game Rocket League from Wednesday 8th March. The launch will be the first time a European club football kit is included in the game.

Casper Stylsvig, Chief Revenue Officer of AC Milan, commented: “This Fourth kit designed by PUMA and KOCHÉ is the perfect incarnation of AC Milan’s innovative drive to be a pioneer and a trend setter. With its ability to incorporate our red and black colors with gold and its modern design, the kit combines heritage and innovation, and it is a testament to AC Milan’s ability to merge football and fashion in a credible and authentic way.”

Christelle KOCHER, Founder and Creative Director of KOCHÉ said: “It was such an honor for me to work on this cult jersey. I am a football fan and AC Milan is one of the most iconic football clubs of all time. I am very proud to bring an elegant KOCHÉ touch to AC Milan players on the pitch. It was a real pleasure to deep dive into AC Milan’s DNA and give my modern take on the red and black stripes.” 

 

The jersey arrives in two iterations. The Authentic jersey features ULTRAWEAVE performance fabric and dryCELL sweat-wicking technology, making the jersey the lightest and most comfortable PUMA has ever made. The Replica version is made with 100% recycled polyester and equipped with dryCELL sweat-wicking technology to keep you dry and comfortable throughout the 90 minutes and beyond – no matter the time, pitch, or place. Both the Authentic and Replica jerseys are made with 100% recycled materials, excluding the trims and decorations as a step toward a better future.

To celebrate the launch of the new Fourth kit PUMA, AC Milan and KOCHÉ are hosting a special pop-up store in Milan from the 23rd to the 25th of February, during Milan Fashion Week. The store will showcase the new kit and feature a special curated talk about the relationship between sports and fashion. The pop-up will also host special appearances from the AC Milan players.

Now loading… the PUMA x AC Milan x KOCHÉ collection is available from the 23rdFebruary at PUMA stores, PUMA.com, KOCHE.fr, all AC Milan stores and store.milan.com and at select retailers worldwide.

The new PUMA x AC Milan x KOCHÉ Fourth jersey will debut on Sunday 26th February at 8:45pm CET, when the men’s first team take on Atalanta at the San Siro in their Serie A fixture. The AC Milan women’s team will wear the Fourth jersey in the first leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final against the AS Roma women’s team.

 

 

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Somerville, Massachusetts, February 22, 2023
PUMA LAUNCHES FOREVER. CLASSIC. CAMPAIGN IN NORTH AMERICASTARRING ANGUS CLOUD, CALEB MCLAUGHLIN, IRIS APATOW AND ZAYA WADE

Global sports company, PUMA, has unveiled the FOREVER.CLASSIC. campaign featuring Angus Cloud, Caleb McLaughlin, Iris Apatow, and Zaya Wade.

The FOREVER. CLASSIC. campaign celebrates and unites PUMA’s most iconic and legendary products including the PUMA Suede, Clyde, Cali, Mayze and more.

 

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The FOREVER. CLASSIC. platform brings together those who are pushing culture forward by engaging creatives from different walks of life - from actors to content creators, to athletes and musicians, to tell their stories of how they found “their way.” The debut campaign shot by Kendall Bessent, Atlanta-born photographer and 2022 Forbes 30 under 30 Art & Style select, brings PUMA’s iconic classics to the next generation.

“To be a part of the FOREVER. CLASSIC. campaign highlighting PUMA’s most iconic and legendary products is surreal, you feel me? It’s so dope to be part of this next generation honoring the classics I remember from when I was growing up in Oakland.” - Angus Cloud

“The PUMA FOREVER. CLASSIC. campaign celebrates creatives pushing fashion and culture forward, which is why I’m grateful to be a part of such an inspiring group of people.” - Caleb McLaughlin

“PUMA is an iconic brand with 75 years of impactful moments and relationships in fashion, sports, and music history. To be a part of a campaign highlighting the next generation of history makers is inspiring and so special to me.”- Iris Apatow

“I love PUMA’s celebration of brave, confident, and determined individuals. Together we all strive to be better versions of ourselves and this campaign is the perfect meeting of classic and individual style.” - Zaya Wade

PUMA has 75 years of rich heritage, legacy, and authenticity, and the FOREVER. CLASSIC campaign embodies the products and stories that have paved that – the PUMA classics. PUMA’s classics have always been at the forefront of culture – iconic products like the PUMA Suede to the T-7 tracksuit have been worn by icons of every generation and have stayed classic as ever.

PUMA’s FOREVER. CLASSIC. products are designed to be timeless, and they’re ready to become the icons of tomorrow.

Herzogenaurach, Germany, February 16, 2023
PUMA X RHUIGI PART TWO IS A SLICE OF NEW YORK CITY

PUMA and Rhuigi introduce part two of their capsule collection that celebrates American classics.

The coast-to-coast collaboration links Rhuigi’s home of Los Angeles with the cultural melting pot of New York City. The diversity and cultural richness of NYC’s five boroughs serve as the inspiration for the capsule, and also the setting for this latest editorial.

Centered around the aesthetics of college athletics and Americana at large, part two of the capsule includes a Varsity Jacket, Double-Layered Hoodie, and a fresh take on the PUMA Slipstream, all created in collaboration with Rhuigi. “New York Worldwide” graphics on the apparel pay homage to the music, style, and culture of the Big Apple, while a timeless green and cream color scheme further evokes a vintage feel.

The campaign for PUMA x Rhuigi part two celebrates a shared experience that unites all New Yorkers; the humble pizza slice. Set at family-owned institution Lenny's Pizza, the editorial is fronted by Kia Patrón (@kiaptron), Tyliv Bonaparte (@tylivbonaparte), and owner of Lenny’s Pizza, Frank Giordano.

 

Rhuigi Villaseñor is the founder of clothing label RHUDE, a brand that melds American iconography with nostalgic cultural references, culminating in a unique commentary on the city of Los Angeles. Villaseñor has made a name for his reinterpreted classics that draw from Americana, music, and street style.

The latest PUMA x Rhuigi capsule will be available starting February 18, 2023 from PUMA.com, PUMA stores, and selected accounts worldwide.

 

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Somerville, Massachusetts, February 15, 2023
ANIMATE YOUR GAME IN THE MB.02 RICK AND MORTY

Global sports company PUMA, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, is continuing the adventures with a second installment of LaMelo Ball’s collaboration with beloved Adult Swim show, Rick and Morty.

Inspired by the dynamic duo’s interdimensional escapades, the MB.02 Rick and Morty features neon hues and mismatched right and left foot colorways.

 

The MB.02 Rick and Morty is reflective of the characters’ multifaceted personalities and features innovative PUMA Hoops tech including a NITRO foam-infused midsole for superior responsiveness and comfort while remaining lightweight—perfect for high-energy, explosive playstyles.

 

Additional items in the limited collection include a tee, zip up and shorts featuring iconic graphics to ensure the collection pieces look out of this world.

 

Animate your game, on Earth or in an alternate dimension in the new MB.02 Rick and Morty. The limited collection will be available globally on February 17 on PUMA.com, the PUMA mobile app, at the PUMA NYC flagship store and online and in-store at Foot Locker.

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