NIGO & j-hope’s Squirrel-Themed Nike Air Force 1 Is Absolutely Nuts
NIGO? j-hope? Nike? That's a lot of star power for one collaboration. It's no wonder their Air Force 1 sneaker shines so bright.
The collaborative Air Forces arrive in glossy leather, finished in "Burnt Sunrise and Metallic Gold" with nods to all three collaborators.
Retro colorblocking and bright colors are classic NIGO. He basically brought the energy from his BAPE shoes and Nike Air Force 3s to the latest Air Force 1. Meanwhile, the boldness is also very j-hope-coded. ICYMI: the BTS member has his own bright aesthetic dubbed "hobicore."
The collaborative Air Force 1 also features squirrel graphics throughout, including an embroidered motif on the heel. It's basically another j-hope reference, as he's largely associated with the animal (it's basically a inside joke amongst his fanbase that became a huge part of the K-pop musician's brand).
Of course, underneath the j-hope and NIGO touches, there's the mega-classic Air Force 1 silhouette. It keeps its signature touches, like the platformed Air soles and perforated toe box. This version is just, well, a little extra nutty, thanks to NIGO and j-hope. All compliments, by the way.
The NIGO x j-hope x Nike Air Force 1 is scheduled to release on on Human Made's website on October 17, followed by a release on Nike's website on October 22 for $150.
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