Nike's latest star-patterned Air Force 1 design has sneakerheads experiencing serious déjà vu – and for good reason. The celestial-themed silhouette bears striking similarities to a coveted 2006 All-Star edition that still commands respect in sneaker circles today.
Side-by-Side With a Legend
2023 Star AF1
- Premium white leather base
- Gold foil star patterning
- Custom constellation midsole detailing
- Clear ice outsole
2006 All-Star AF1
- Glow-in-the-dark leather upper
- Silver metallic star accents
- Special edition All-Star tongue tag
- Translucent blue outsole
A Nod to Sneaker History
The 2006 edition was created to commemorate the NBA All-Star Game in Houston, featuring glow-in-the-dark elements that made court appearances unforgettable. Limited to just 2,006 pairs, these became instant grails.
The new interpretation modernizes the stargazing concept with luxe gold details while maintaining the original's cosmic spirit. From the precise star placements to the special packaging, this is clearly more homage than happenstance.
"Nike isn't just rehashing old ideas here—they're reintroducing a spectacular design language to a new generation of sneaker fans who may have missed the 2006 masterpiece."
Release Details
The star-speckled Air Force 1 launches globally on