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This Star-Studded Air Force 1 Is Reminiscent Of This 2006 All-Star Gem

2025-07-03

Nike's latest star-studded Air Force 1 release has sneakerheads drawing parallels to a legendary 2006 All-Star edition, blending nostalgia with contemporary hype. Here's why these celestial designs are causing a stir.

A Galaxy of Stars Returns

The newly unveiled Nike Air Force 1 "Constellation"2006 NBA All-Star AF1. Both designs transform the iconic silhouette into a wearable night sky, though the 2024 iteration adds holographic detailing for modern flair.

2024 Nike Air Force 1 Constellation in midnight blue with silver stars
The 2024 "Constellation" AF1 (left) vs. the 2006 All-Star edition (right)

2006: When Hoops Met Hype

Originally released for the 2006 NBA All-Star Weekend in Houston, the vintage pair featured:

  • Royal blue nubuck with foil-printed constellations
  • Laser-etched sterling silver lace dubraes
  • Red-white All-Star logo heel embroidery
"Few collabs capture NBA culture like the '06 All-Stars. The celestial theme was next-level storytelling," noted sneaker historian Luis Sanchez.

Design DNA Decoded

2006 All-Star AF1 2024 Constellation AF1
Upper Material Premium nubuck Full-grain leather
Special Features Silver dubraes, All-Star logos 3M reflective stars, holographic Swoosh
Release Context NBA All-Star Weekend General retro release

While collectors debate whether the new release rivals the cultural resonance

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