The sneaker world recently lit up with the arrival of a star-studded Air Force 1 colorway that instantly caught collectors' attention for its striking resemblance to a legendary 2006 NBA All-Star release.

A Galactic-Inspired Tribute

The new Air Force 1 features a midnight navy upper peppered with metallic silver stars across the entire silhouette, directly channeling the cosmic aesthetic of the iconic 2006 Nike Air Force 1 Low NBA All-Star edition that debuted in Houston during the league's midseason showcase.

Design Parallels

• Both feature irregularly scattered stars across the upper
• Similar star edge bindings along the eyestay
• Metallic silver accents on eyelets and branding
• Deep navy base with white midsole contrast
• Special edition labeling on insoles

Why 2006 Matters

The original 2006 All-Star AF1 commemorated Nike's involvement with the NBA's All-Star weekend and has since become one of the most coveted AF1 collabs in sneaker history. An amazingly preserved deadstock pair recently sold for over $12,000 at auction.

"This new star version doesn't have the All-Star branding, but makes no mistake - this is a clear homage to that legendary 2006 pair," explained Sneaker News editor Marco Perez. "It recaptures that celestial magic for a new generation."

The new star-spangled Air Force 1s release globally on September 14th, with anticipation already building among collectors who remember the 2006 grails.