Nike has teamed up with Nigo and BTS's j-hope to unveil a new Air Force 1. The Nike x Nigo x j-hope Air Force 1 reinterprets the classic 2001 silhouette through Nigo's creative universe and j-hope's signature Hobicore aesthetic. It's a collaboration that brings together legends from fashion and subculture. The pop-up space at Layer 20, 129-20 Wonhyoro 1-ga, Yongsan-gu, offers a chance to see the sneaker in person.
The color palette stands out immediately. Gold meets pearl brown in a daring combination. Layered over the classic shape, these hues strike a balance between bold and harmonious. The logo details add charm, while the braided strap laces provide an extra point of interest.
Hobicore refers to j-hope's personal aesthetic, a style universe woven from his music, fashion, and attitude. In this collaboration, that Hobicore sensibility converges with Nigo's creative language. Two distinct worlds collide and blend atop the Air Force 1 canvas.
At the pop-up, visitors could examine the sneakers up close. The consensus: even better in person than in official images. The gold and pearl brown textures shift with the light, a quality that photographs can't quite capture. The braided lace details also reveal their full appeal only when held in hand.
Where do you think a collaboration's success is decided? In the weight of the names involved, or in the final product itself?
The color palette stands out immediately. Gold meets pearl brown in a daring combination. Layered over the classic shape, these hues strike a balance between bold and harmonious. The logo details add charm, while the braided strap laces provide an extra point of interest.
Hobicore refers to j-hope's personal aesthetic, a style universe woven from his music, fashion, and attitude. In this collaboration, that Hobicore sensibility converges with Nigo's creative language. Two distinct worlds collide and blend atop the Air Force 1 canvas.
At the pop-up, visitors could examine the sneakers up close. The consensus: even better in person than in official images. The gold and pearl brown textures shift with the light, a quality that photographs can't quite capture. The braided lace details also reveal their full appeal only when held in hand.
Where do you think a collaboration's success is decided? In the weight of the names involved, or in the final product itself?
FAQ
Where can I see the Nike x NIGO x j-hope Air Force 1?
You can see it in person at the Layer 20 pop-up space located at 129-20 Wonhyo-ro 1-ga, Yongsan-gu. The space offers a close-up look at the Nike, NIGO, and j-hope Air Force 1 collaboration.
What are the key features of the Nike x NIGO x j-hope Air Force 1?
Based on the 2001 classic Air Force 1, it features a bold color combination of gold and pearl brown. Standout details include braided strap laces and charming logo accents, reinterpreting NIGO's creative world and j-hope's Hobicore aesthetic.
What is Hobicore?
Hobicore refers to j-hope's personal aesthetic. It describes a style universe where his music, fashion, and attitude converge, now blended with NIGO's creative language in this Nike collaboration.
