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Air Force 1 High
Iconic model of Nike, range Air Force 1 is divided into several designs, all more successful than the others. Created in 1982 by the illustrious Bruce Kilgore, the Beaverton equipment supplier Looking for its flagship silhouette which could revolutionize the image of the brand and thus create a real universe around its sports shoes. Marketed at 62.95$ In 1983, a year after the launch of the High, It quickly becomes an emblematic product of hip-hop culture. Nicknamed the "Uptown"In the streets of New York, it quickly became an icon of popular city districts by its accessibility. Thus, the American firm gives the opportunity to artists, sportsmen, designers Having grown up with the silhouette of rethinking models. Each collaboration is a real atmosphere, the art of the creator is sublimated. Over the years several emblematic collaborations and other futuristic revisits such as Air Force 1 Shadow were able to see the light of day.
The history of NIKE AIR FORCE 1 HIGH
First model to have been unveiled in 1982 and was marketed at $ 80. Its name is inspired by the famous plane used by the President of the United States and echoes technology AIR hidden under the insole which will bring a better cushioning for the players of basketball. This bubble ofair is a real innovation for the time. It marks the spirits thanks to the will to Nike to make believe that with this model, fans of sneakers would be capable of spectacular leaps. To promote shoes, the Swoosh brand uses Six NBA players For the campaign around the Air Force One: Moses Malone, Michael Cooper, Jamaal Wilkes, Bobby Jones, Mychal Thompson, and Calvin Natt. At the beginning, Nike only wanted to exploit the model for two years and move on, but the shoe met with such success that three store managers from Baltimore beg the equipment supplier to provide them in AF1 In view of the cultural impact and the demand of aficionados. It was then that the Beaverton firm imposed a minimum of 1,200 pairs sold for the three stores: Downtown Locker Room, Cinderella Shoes, and Charley Rudo’s Sports. Men's and women shoes sell like hotcakes and AF1 lovers from all the United States made the trip to Baltimore to have the packs of the pack Color of the Month. The three managers of emblematic shops were also nicknamed them "Three Amigos".
AIR FORCE 1 HIGH, MID AND LOW : What differences?
Level design, Due to its sportswear inheritance, it is characterized by its high shape which protects the entire ankle for solid support. Its removable strap allows customizable adjustment. We note that the Toebox is slightly sharper than on the Air Force 1 Low And Air Force 1 Mid. The whole set rests on a rubber sole with a capsule Air-Sole for optimal cushioning.
What collaborations on this model of AIR FORCE 1 ?
It all starts in 2015 with French collaboration, the Air Force 1 High Quai 54 Rainbow, unveiled on the occasion of the largest world streetball tournament. She stands out for her upper Iridescente to the different engravings which represent a map of Paris. At the same time across the Atlantic, Supreme new York Presents its World Famous collection with three special colors: White, Black And Red. In 2017, the streetwear is at its peak and Vlone, the creative label of A $ ap Bari becomes the most trendy brand in the world. On the occasion of Paris Fashion Week, the New York designer reveals its dark version of AF1 to Gothic inspirations. This special version will become one of the spearheads of the movement sneakers that we know today. In parallel, Samuel Ross and his brand A-COLD-WALL present their Air Force 1 High with a sober and unstructured look, in the same way as Errolson Hugh and his Air Force 1 High Acronym. The following year, it was Riccardo Tisci who presents his collection Victorious Minotaurs. The latter revolves around four Air Force 1 High to the lively colors that are inspired by Greek mythology. Recently it's Matthew Mr. Williams and his label Alyx Studio which will rework the iconic model in particular with premium finishes worthy of the largest luxury houses. In 2022, it was the young artist Billie Eilish Who jets his sights on AF1 with an eco-responsible version which displays several scratchs on the tongue.
NIKE AIR FORCE 1 HIGH '07: The most classic of rising AF1?
The iteration Air Force 1 High '07 designates the classic version that Nike Product for men and women since 2007. It is characterized by its shape (shape) faithful to the models OG from 1982. Its small difference lies in the metallic deubred that is found in the center of the laces. This decorative element is used in particular to maintain the foot in place. Having become iconic, Deubré is now customizable in several stores Nike House of innovation around the world. It will notably be popularized by AF1 editions High Triple Black and AF1 High Triple White
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