The sneaker world stopped when images surfaced of the new star-covered Air Force 1 prototype - an immediate throwback to one of the rarest basketball kicks of the 2000s.
2006: When Stars First Graced the Hardwood
The 2006 NBA All-Star Game in Houston birthed one of Jordan Brand's most collectible silhouettes - the metallic silver Jordan 5 with celestial motifs. This limited edition (reportedly <500 pairs) featured:
- Constellation patterns matching the Texas night sky
- 3M reflective shooting stars
- All-Star game date embroidered on the heel
The sneaker became so legendary that pristine deadstock pairs now command $15,000+ at auction.
2023's Cosmic Revival
Nike's upcoming Air Force 1 "Night of Stars" (rumored December 2023 release) adopts similar astronomical elements:
Upper
Premium white leather with debossed star patterns that transition into perforations
Details
Foil-printed shooting stars along the quarter panel
Sole
Milky Way-inspired translucent outsole with glitter particles
"The timing isn't accidental - stars dominate 2023's design trends across streetwear," notes Jacorey Moon, editor of Sole Anatomy. "But veterans will instantly recognize this as Nike's hat tip to that impossible-to-get 2006 All-Star moment."
Release Specifics
| Model | Style Code | Projected Date | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force 1 'Night of Stars' | DQ8585-100 | December 16, 2023 | $180 |
*Nike has not officially confirmed release details at time of publishing