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Gabe Filippa
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Features Writer, Sneaker Freaker
Melbourne
Beats
food university/college life) and Music (mostly UK Hip-Hop Afrobeats) GrimeLife (social media trends
Content
By Gabe Filippa| Sneaker Freaker@ Time to load up on lozenges – the ‘Cough Drop’ is making a comeback in 2025. First hitting shelves in 2007 and reissued in 2012, the classic colourway earned its nickname in 2010 thanks to its resemblance to those translucent cherry throat soothers from your medicine cabinet. Dressed in sleek black and accented with sharp crimson hits, the 2025 edition revives everything that made the OG a cult classic. Swoosh branding, tongue piping, and heel tabs all pop in deep red.
By Gabe Filippa| Sneaker Freaker@ are channeling serious shinobi energy with their latest collaboration, teaming up with Naruto Shippuden for a three-pack of that pay tribute to some of the anime’s most legendary characters. The capsule celebrates Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Gaara with designs that blend the legendary canvas with hard-hitting references from the Hidden Leaf and beyond. The Naruto edition leads the charge, coming in the trademark orange and accented by black hits and yellow highlights.
By Gabe Filippa| Sneaker Freaker@ Time to load up on lozenges – the ‘Cough Drop’ is making a comeback in 2025. First hitting shelves in 2007 and reissued in 2012, the classic colourway earned its nickname in 2010 thanks to its resemblance to those translucent cherry throat soothers from your medicine cabinet. Dressed in sleek black and accented with sharp crimson hits, the 2025 edition revives everything that made the OG a cult classic. Swoosh branding, tongue piping, and heel tabs all pop in deep red.
Company Info
Sneaker Freaker
Sneaker Freaker International, based in Australia, is a prominent player in the sneaker culture and footwear industry. The company is widely recognized for its magazine, Sneaker Freaker, which has been published since June 2002. This magazine has grown from a DIY fanzine to the first and only international footwear magazine, providing in-depth coverage of sneaker releases, industry trends, and cultural insights. In addition to the magazine, Sneaker Freaker offers a robust online platform that serves as a news source for sneaker enthusiasts. This platform features updates on new releases, industry news, and detailed articles on sneaker culture. The company also operates an online shop where customers can purchase the magazine, merchandise, and related products. Sneaker Freaker is a valuable resource for sneaker enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals, offering insights into market trends and the broader sneaker landscape.
Melbourne, Australia
Founded: 2002