Nike Debuted the Air Force 1 Mid 'Panda' Sneaker in a Black X6 Colorway
Colin Smith — April 27, 2022 — Fashion
References: highsnobiety
Nike debuted a new colorway for its Air Force 1 silhouette titled the mid Panda sneaker. The Panda colorway for this sneaker was created in celebration of Culture Day 2022, an annual public holiday in Japan where students and adults alike celebrate culture, arts, and history in a variety of ways. The Nike Air Force 1 Mid Panda celebrates Culture Day as well, as the panda animal is often tied to Japan.
The shoe is covered in a white fleece-like material that spans the toe vamp, upper, and eyestay, while the remainder of the shoe, with the exception of the midsole, is covered in a dark black X6 suede. The Panda Air Force 1 can be purchased online at either Nike's Japanese or Korean online stores at an MSRP of $135 USD.
Image Credit: Nike
The shoe is covered in a white fleece-like material that spans the toe vamp, upper, and eyestay, while the remainder of the shoe, with the exception of the midsole, is covered in a dark black X6 suede. The Panda Air Force 1 can be purchased online at either Nike's Japanese or Korean online stores at an MSRP of $135 USD.
Image Credit: Nike
Trend Themes
1. Panda-themed Sneakers - Demand for animal-inspired products is on the rise, creating opportunities for companies to introduce more unconventional animal-themed footwear designs.
2. Cultural Celebrations - The trend of celebrating cultural holidays is growing globally, making events like Culture Day in Japan fertile ground for companies to create limited edition products that pay tribute to local traditions and beliefs.
3. Furry Textures - The use of fuzzy or furry materials for sneakers is gaining popularity, offering opportunities for brands to experiment with different textures to create unique and eye-catching designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry has room for innovation by incorporating animal-inspired products that celebrate different cultures and unique design elements like fuzzy textures.
2. Sports - The sports industry can tap into the growing popularity of animal-inspired products by creating limited edition sneakers that celebrate local sporting traditions and cultures.
3. Retail - The retail industry can provide opportunities for consumers to purchase limited edition products that celebrate cultural and environmental themes, and experiment with different textures and design elements for footwear.
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