Futura Release Dates

Futura, born Leonard Hilton McGurr, has established himself as a towering figure in the worlds of both street art and sneaker culture, meticulously weaving a tapestry that interlocks rebellious artistic expressions with urban fashion. Emanating from the graffiti movement of the 1970s in New York, Futura's oeuvre is demarcated by abstract forms, dynamic color palettes, and a peculiar synthesis of art and functionality which is notably expressed through his sneaker collaborations. Engaging with an extensive array of global brands, Futura has brought his visionary concepts into the multi-faceted realm of sneaker design, frequently blurring the lines between wearable apparel and art. Noteworthy among his myriad collaborations are his projects with Nike, unleashing groundbreaking designs such as the Nike Dunk High FLOM (For Love Or Money) and Futura x Nike SB P-Rod 1, each bearing his distinctive, abstract graffiti elements and intricate visual storytelling.

His creative intercourse with Converse on the UNDEFEATED x Futura x Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star encapsulates a robust, militaristic aesthetic married to his avant-garde stylings. Furthermore, his venture with the Japanese streetwear titan BAPE (A Bathing Ape) fused innovative, urban aesthetics with timeless, classic sneaker silhouettes, perpetuating a narrative that’s intrinsically tied to street culture and its evolving visual language. Futura's signature atom-like symbols and nebulous forms have not only defined his individuality in the art sphere but have also become emblematic in sneaker collaborations, symbolizing an interstellar confluence of art, culture, and fashion. This intrinsic amalgamation, wherein Futura imprints his revolutionary aesthetics onto the canvas of globally recognized sneaker models, continues to transgress boundaries, fostering a symbiotic relationship between contemporary art and sneaker culture, and assuring his legacy within both domains. His remarkable ability to manifest his artistic voice through diverse mediums makes Futura a driving force in sneaker collaborations and beyond! Find Futura's latest sneaker releases and news on upcoming shoes here!