Kicks Lounge and Jordan Brand teamed up for the hottest sneaker drop of the year.
The two brands recently came together for a huge party in Akron, Ohio that blended Korean heritage, street culture and the highly anticipated release of the limited-edition Air Jordan 3 "Seoul 2.0." Curated by Korean-American designer and Kicks Lounge founder Thomas Kim, "Seoul, Soul, Sole" was a bold and deeply personal expression of identity, creativity, and sneaker culture. A proud Akron native, Kim was hand-selected as a Jordan Brand partner to launch the coveted sneaker.
His response? To create Seoul, Soul, Sole—a full-sensory gallery experience rooted in legacy and innovation. Kicks Lounge transformed a reimagined warehouse into a vibrant cultural playground, showcasing Korean aesthetics, sneaker storytelling, and interactive installations. The event gave sneakerheads and culture lovers a chance to purchase the Air Jordan 3 "Seoul 2.0" before it hit broader release, making it one of the most buzzed-about drops of the season.
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The guest list featured celebrities and pro athletes from across the country, including Jerome Baker (NFL, Cleveland Browns), Justin Layne (NFL, Steelers), Mohamed Sanu (NFL, Falcons), Briannagh D (Disney/ABC actress and recording artist) and Robert Fomby (YouTube & college basketball).
"This wasn’t just a sneaker drop—it’s a movement," said Kim in a statement. "Seoul, Soul, Sole" bridges my Korean roots with the Akron community. It’s about honoring legacy, embracing culture, and showing how far style can travel when it’s built on something real."
The Air Jordan 3 "Seoul" 2.0 dropped on May 15.
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