The Nike Air Force 1 sneakers are some of the most iconic out there - with â80s roots and hip-hop heritage, thereâs a storied history to match.Â
Designed by Bruce Kilgore, they were the first on-court shoe to feature Nike Air technology, exemplifying the forward-thinking approach thatâd come to define the brand. Popularised off-court with Nikeâs âColour of the Monthâ initiative - where limited-edition AF1 colourways were delivered to sportswear shops across the East Coast - itâs easy to see how itâs become a firm favourite amongst sneakerheads.
But perhaps it was the iconic white-on-white iteration that cemented the sneakerâs legacy. Becoming a darling of hip-hop stars, the Air Force 1 arrived into the new millennium across music videos, live performances and album covers. So much so that big brands began to put their own spin on the â80s icon. From the likes of Supreme to StĂŒssy, its status as a collab classic was - and continues to be - unparalleled.Â
Nowadays, the Nike Air Force 1 is a staple for anyone valuing fashion and function. Expect its clean-cut panelling to be the canvas for plenty of fresh colour palettes and designs thatâll see any wardrobe through the seasons in style. Shop both mens and womens now at END.