Nike recently unveiled its latest iteration of the iconic Epic React Flyknit sneakers entitled 'Dusk to Dawn.' This new version will be highly limited, with only 30 pairs constructed. The inspiration of the design pays a homage to designer Ali Cha'aban's home country, Lebanon. Cha'aban designs the new Dusk to Dawn colorway, infusing the platinum Flyknit uppers with premium accents of gradient metallic gold and silver across the embellished Swoosh, lace eyelets, and the sole unit. All of this rests beneath the highlighting detail being the blue Arabic text embroidery found at the side of the toe cap.
The blue textual accent is balanced out with some blue tones across the heel counter as well. Additional contrasting details include red stitching found at the Swoosh, metal lacing guards, and an icy blue transparent outsole.
Arabic-Motif Knit Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Highly Limited Dusk to Dawn Epic React Flyknits
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