7 upcoming sneaker releases of February 2025

February 2025 will be a month of exciting releases for sneakerheads. From revamped classics to collaborations and innovative designs, the list caters to every taste. Be it performance basketball shoes or lifestyle sneakers, the releases are bound to catch your eye.

From Nike's Lunar New Year-themed drops to Air Jordan's tributes, this month celebrates creativity and storytelling in footwear from the brands. With launches throughout the entire month, now is the time to keep updated. Let's dive into seven key sneakers coming your way this February so you don't miss a step.

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Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'Lunar New Year Eggplant'

Nike starts the month off with its Kobe 5 Protro 'Lunar New Year Eggplant,' which goes on sale on 8 February 2025. The shoe is a Lunar New Year variation; this sneaker, has a crinkled eggplant leather upper, having black accents alongside metallic gold highlighting.

This drop is unique in design, with an incorporated snake graphic paying homage to the Chinese zodiac's Year of the Snake. The shoe features a translucent rubber outsole for improved performance. Either as an athlete or a collector, this drop strikes a balance between aesthetics and functionality.

It retails at $180 and will be available on Nike's website as well as through select retailers. It is one meaningful addition to the Kobe Protro series tribute to both basketball legacy and cultural significance.

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Nike Air Jordan 1 'Black Toe Reimagined'

Originally scheduled to arrive in October 2024, the Air Jordan 1 'Black Toe Reimagined' will now drop on February 15, 2025. The shoe still carries the signature color blocking of the original but in new materials that give the classic a fresh yet familiar look. This design features the use of three colors: black, white, and varsity red, showing its timelessness.

Air Jordan 1 fans will enjoy the understated nods to the original while being pleased with modern construction. The sneaker retails for $180. Nike will keep the shoe, along with several other retailers. Sneakerheads worldwide employ this great find to add another history-making title to the unique items in what will be probably the most successful early launches during the month.

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Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'All-Star 2.0'

Nike continues to drop the Kobe Protro series: this time in the form of the Kobe 6 Protro 'All-Star 2.0,' an all-new pair of kicks released February 13, 2025, directly for NBA All-Star Weekend. These feature a vintage-inspired design; in this regard, the star-patterned affair will replace its usual snake-texture base 'Sail. The black branding and Kobe Bryant's signature on the heel make the shoe more attractive. The white sole unit gives a clean finish to the shoe, making it both on-court performance and casual wear. Priced at $190, the Kobe 6 Protro 'All-Star 2.0' will be available on Nike's SNKRS app and at select retailers. Fans and collectors alike of basketball will love this ode to Kobe during one of the NBA's most exciting weekends.

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Swarovski x Nike Ja 2

Nike and Swarovski team up once again this time in February 2025 on a spectacular run of the Nike Ja 2. Here luxury meets athleticism: Swarovski crystals are carefully crafted into the body of the shoe.

While details of the colorway remain scarce, the premium use of material can certainly make it a showpiece. Perfect for that person who craves that bit of glamour with their shoe game, this Swarovski x Nike Ja 2 comes across as appealing for fashion-conscious buyers and the athletic-focused athlete. Expect a mid-February release date, with a probable price of $550, due to the high-end collaboration. Expect a limited supply, so keep an eye on Nike's SNKRS app for updates.

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Air Jordan 3 'Lucky Shorts'

Paying homage to Michael Jordan's superstitious practice of wearing his UNC basketball shorts under his Chicago Bulls uniform, the Air Jordan 3 'Lucky Shorts' drop on February 22, 2025.

This colorway, featuring mixed white leather with grey suede, provides subtle hits of 'Hydrogen Blue, giving off an elegant look with versatility. More than just aesthetics, storytelling comes into the scene as part of the allure that will get Jordan Brand's and MJ fans even more excited for these kicks.

Available in full family sizing, the sneakers come in at $200 and are a sure way to match up the kicks. They will be available online at Nike and at select retailers.

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Nike Air Foamposite One 'Galaxy' Re-Release

The 'Galaxy' Air Foamposite One is one of the most iconic shoes that will be making a comeback in February 2025, nearly a decade after its initial release. Its cosmic-inspired design makes it a unique blend of purples, blues, and blacks, with no two pairs exactly alike.

Outsoles in the glow-in-the-dark colorway, with reflective accents add an otherworldly ambiance and make this re-release a must-have for the fanatics of statement sneakers.

Retailing at $240, the 'Galaxy' Foamposite One will drop at select retailers and on Nike's SNKRS app. Sneaker enthusiasts who missed their chance on the first go can now try for this legendary drop.

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Nike Air Jordan 3 'Valentine’s Day'

Jordan Brand is releasing a highly anticipated special edition Air Jordan 3 just in time for Valentine's Day. Marked to drop on February 1, 2025, early reports say that it will be released in romantic pink and red tones combined with premium, though no official images have been made available.

This drop can celebrate the holidays with style by a sneakerhead. Featuring Valentine's Day details subtly merged with the shoe's design makes it appealing both to collectors and regular buyers.

They'll be available for $215 through Nike's SNKRS app and in select stores. Stay tuned for further updates closer to the release date.

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With unique stories within each shoe and rather exciting kicks of February 2025, a drop like this does not just constitute the cultural calendar but reboots the cultural iconography in diversity and creativity for the Sneaker World. From high-performance basketball shoes to trail-inspired designs and even luxurious collaborations, there's something here for every kind of shoe lover.

So mark those calendars because some of these are bound to sell out in a hot second. Remember to stay updated with the official announcements of Nike, Jordan Brand, and other retailers so you don't miss your favorite ones. The month of February is sure to be one of the most memorable for sneakerheads as it brings everything from the 'Galaxy' Foamposite to the Lunar New Year Kobe 5 Protro.