Legendary streetwear innovator NIGO has partnered with Nike to breathe new life into the Air Force 3, a hidden gem from the sneaker giant’s archives. The partnership, which includes both footwear and apparel, marks NIGO’s first-ever collaboration with Nike.
The centerpiece of the collection is the Nike x NIGO Air Force 3, a premium reimagining of the classic silhouette. NIGO’s design incorporates a mix of genuine and embossed leather with carefully selected textiles to create a luxurious upper that sits atop the original AF3’s midsole foam and rubber outsole. The sneaker features matching graphics on the tongue and heel, paying homage to both the original design and NIGO’s cultural influences.
“Nike truly has many masterpieces,” explains NIGO. “The AF3 is a hidden masterpiece that I remember loving at the time. Through my first collaboration with Nike, I want to reintroduce everyone to its glory.“
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The Air Force 3 will be available in two eye-catching colorways: “Blue Void” and “Multi-Color.” These versions feature dynamic color blocking with red, green, yellow and pink hues that embody NIGO’s signature bold aesthetic.
Accompanying the footwear is an equally impressive apparel line. The collection includes varsity jackets emblazoned with bold Nike and NIGO logos, five crewneck fleeces in a variety of colorways, and co-branded t-shirts with simple yet impactful designs.
Leo Sandino-Taylor, VP of Global Energy Marketing at Nike, praises Nigo’s approach: “Nigo’s thoughtfulness with his stories and the detail he brought to our first project together has reinvigorated the way we think about applying stories to our products.“
The collaboration goes beyond mere aesthetics, tapping into Nigo’s vast knowledge of pop culture and his collector’s spirit. Each release in the series will celebrate the intersection of fashion, culture, art and music through the lens of sneakers and style.
For fans in Tokyo, an exclusive “OGIN” variation of the apparel will be available only at Otsumo Plaza.
The Nike x NIGO Air Force 3 and apparel collection will be available on October 4 at SNKRS and select retailers worldwide.
