The sneaker world buzzed with excitement as Nike unveiled their latest limited-edition Air Force 1 Premium release, instantly drawing comparisons to the legendary 2006 NBA All-Star edition beloved by collectors.

A Galactic Design Philosophy
Much like its cosmic predecessor, the 2024 iteration features an ivory leather upper studded with metallic gold and silver stars across the entirety of its premium silhouette. This celestial motif directly recalls the All-Star release from a pivotal basketball season eighteen years prior.


Subtle Nod to Hoops Heritage
- Team-colored pull tabs peeking from the heel (navy blue in the original)
- The same speckled midsole that resembles stardust
- Tonal Swoosh logos maintaining their streamlined profile
"Seeing this new AF1, I had immediate flashbacks to doling out serious resale prices for the All-Stars back in my teenage years," says Jason Peterson, heads of the Vintage SNKRS podcast.
Modernized Details for Today's Market
Release Date | May 12, 2024 vs. February 17, 2006 |
Price Point | $195 now vs. $95 MSRP |
Production Numbers | 23,000 units vs. approx. 10,000 originally |