This Star-Studded Air Force 1 Is Reminiscent Of This 2006 All-Star Gem
Nike's latest Air Force 1 release is turning heads with its celestial-inspired design, drawing nostalgic comparisons to the iconic 2006 All-Star edition that took the sneaker world by storm.
The 2023 star-themed Air Force 1 (Image: Nike)
A Galaxy of Inspiration
This year's celestial AF1 features a midnight navy base adorned with golden constellations across its premium leather upper. The astronomical theme continues with glow-in-the-dark star patterns on the outsole. "The constellations reference championship banners in an arena," explains Nike designer Marcus Taylor.
The legendary 2006 All-Star AF1 (Image: Nike Archive)
2006 Nostalgia
Sneakerheads are immediately noticing parallels with the limited-edition 2006 All-Star AF1 released in conjunction with the NBA's mid-season spectacle. That version, designed by then-Nike creative director Tinker Hatfield, featured a similar all-over star pattern in embroidered metallic thread.
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Collector Reception
"The new design captures that same magical feeling as the 2006 pair," commented sneaker archivist Danielle Carter, "but updated for today's astrophile aesthetic movement among Gen Z collectors." Market prices for pristine 2006 pairs have spiked 18% since the new model's announcement last week.
"The stars align every 15-20 years - this is Nike's Orion's Belt appearing in sneaker form"
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While not an official reboot, the thematic throughlines between these two decades-spanning designs prove some styles truly have cosmic staying power in Nike's footwear universe.