Nearly two decades after Nike dropped one of the most memorable All-Star editions of the Air Force 1, the Three Stripes is revisiting celestial basketball nostalgia with a star-packed redesign that feels like 2006 bottled in fresh midsole glue.
A Constellation Connection
The newly unveiled "Stellar" Air Force 1 channels serious ’06 energy via twinkling perforated stars across its white leather upper - a clear nod to David Wright's MVP ASG cleats that blended astronomy with sport. Much like its predecessor, this courtside cosmos comes complete with metallic silver accents mimicking distant galaxies and a translucent Milky Way-esque outsole.
"The 2006 All-Star design was lightning in a bottle. When we started planning this revival, we asked: how do you capture that same celestial magic for today’s sneakerhead astronomers?"
Subtle Upgrades, Same Star Power
While maintaining the original celestial spirit, the 2024 iteration features modern touches:
- Laser-etched astronaut helmet insignia on the heel tab
- Glow-in-the-dark constellation patterns in the lining
- Improved star perforations for better breathability
| 2006 All-Star | 2024 Stellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Star Pattern | Offset constellations | Full celestial map coverage |
| Midsole | Opaque blue | Cosmic swirl TPU |
| Release Context | ASG MVP exclusive (250 pairs) | Global access via Nike SNKRS |
Available for pre-order January 26th, these cosmic kicks continue Nike’s tradition of blending sport and astronomy that began when the ’06 All-Star edition literally put the shoe universe in fans' hands. For collectors who missed the original interstellar drop, this may be their ticket to a supernova in sneaker form.