I didn’t have time to make my weekly sneaker rotation video this week, which is fine. It’ll just be a surprise what you see on my story this week 😁
Something I used to do pretty regularly — and feel like I need to bring back to a degree— is
#SleeperSunday. I’d highlight a pair that I felt was slept on. A pair that got overlooked or forgotten.
In the sneaker world we move on so quickly to the next thing, it’s easy to forget the real gems that already exist.
So for today’s Sleeper Sunday pick, I’m highlighting the atmos_japan x adidasoriginals Tobacco “Nenrin.”
Inspired by Yakushima’s ancient cedar trees, where every ring marks a moment in time. The deep brown suede feels like bark. The green velour stripes like moss. Even the insole carries the pattern of tree rings — a quiet reminder that growth takes time.
I love sneakers like this because they don’t need loud colors or hype to resonate. The story lives in the details, the materials, and the craftsmanship.
Pairs like this are a...