Nike Launches an Air Max 1 Design in Japan Iteration
Nike introduces a new iteration of the Air Max 1 sneaker model for the season dubbed the Design in Japan and it is set to celebrate the upcoming Air Max Day that annually arrives on March 26th. The shoes were made as a collaborative effort between the brand and the community fans.
It features retro design touches throughout with vintage branding along the tongue and heel section. It all sit son top of a dark yellow midsole foundation as a nod to an aged sole unit. The uppers feature olive green in the form of the leather mudguards and midfoot panel sections. This covers white mesh that is laying under the shoe finished by white leather Swoosh on the sides.
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It features retro design touches throughout with vintage branding along the tongue and heel section. It all sit son top of a dark yellow midsole foundation as a nod to an aged sole unit. The uppers feature olive green in the form of the leather mudguards and midfoot panel sections. This covers white mesh that is laying under the shoe finished by white leather Swoosh on the sides.
Image Credit: Nike, hypebeast, nike
Trend Themes
1. Retro Sneaker Reboots - Opportunity for brands to collaborate with communities and introduce new iterations of classic sneaker models with vintage touches.
2. Celebration-inspired Collections - Brands can create limited edition collections to commemorate special occasions, such as Nike's Design in Japan iteration for Air Max Day.
3. Heritage Branding - Incorporating retro branding elements in new designs appeals to nostalgia and can create a sense of authenticity for brands.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can take inspiration from sneaker design to create retro-inspired clothing and accessories.
2. Sportswear - Sportswear brands can incorporate vintage design elements into modern athletic apparel for a unique look.
3. Streetwear - Streetwear brands can collaborate with sneaker brands to release limited edition collections to appeal to fashion-conscious consumers.
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