Nike's latest Air Force 1 edition brings back memories of one of the most iconic basketball sneaker releases from the 2006 NBA All-Star weekend.
Throwback Vibes
The newly unveiled star-emblazoned Air Force 1 features a strikingly similar constellation pattern to the legendary "Venom" Air Force 1 Supreme that released during the 2006 Houston All-Star Game festivities. Both designs share:
- Metallic foil star appliqués across the upper
- Contrasting color blocking between panels
- Premium leather construction
- Distressed detailing for vintage appeal
Design Differences
While clearly inspired by the 2006 classic, this new interpretation makes several modern updates:
| Feature | 2023 Version | 2006 Version |
|---|---|---|
| Midsole | Glow-in-the-dark | Standard white |
| Lining | Neoprene | Leather |
| Stars | Random placement | Uniform positioning |
A Star Returns
At a time when Nike is clearly dipping into success stories from the "Full Color Run" era of the 2000s, this shiny revival satisfies the Supreme collectors among us while introducing newer sneakerheads to a classic ASW design language. Early reaction from sneaker forums suggests this will be one summer 2024's most sought-after general releases.
"The glow sole addition turns an already standout Suptempo design into pure night-ready flex."
- Jared Kaplan, Compound NYC
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