The new star-covered Air Force 1 pays homage to NBA All-Star Weekend history
Nike's latest Air Force 1 release is taking sneakerheads on a trip down memory lane with its constellation-like design that strongly echoes one of the franchise's most memorable All-Star releases from 2006.
A Cosmic Connection
Comparing side-by-side, the newest interpretation features miniature stars scattered artistically across premium black leather, strikingly similar to the 2006 Nike Air Force 1 Low "All-Star" that celebrated the NBA's mid-season extravaganza in Houston that year.
CURRENT RELEASE
Premium black leather upper with micro-sized perforated star pattern
Gum rubber outsole with constellation detailing
Co-branded Nike/Air hang tag
2006 ALL-STAR
Full-grain white leather with laser-etched star perforations
Frosted blue clear sole unit
Special All-Star branded tongue label
Design Inspirations
The celestial theme in both designs connects to the star power of NBA All-Star weekends. While 2006 leaned into Texas' reputation as the "Lone Star State," this 2024 release takes the concept even further with galactic influences running tongue to toe.
"Great designs come full circle. This is sneaker history reimagined for a new generation of collectors."
- Sonia Carter, Sneaker Archivist
Release Information
| Asking | $1,200 (deadstock size 10.5 circulating) |
| Lead Time | Multiple fittings before official production |