Looking at both the past and present, Nike introduce old features with a contemporary twist on this pair of Air Force 1 Shadow . Although mock snakeskin on an Air Force 1 is pretty exciting, it’s actually nothing new. atmos were one of the first collaborators to put the reptile skin on an AF1 Low back in 2001, dropping as a Japan exclusive (CO.JP) the “Cocoa Snake” is considered a classic amongst sneakerheads. Drawing inspiration from Nike’s relationship to the animal print is this AF1 Shadow, giving the updated silhouette some OG detailing with its faux “Python” elements.
All the deconstructed tooling is here once again, the Shadow’s layered panels sprinkled throughout. The majority of the upper bears a white leather construction, light blue hits peeking out from underneath the overlaying panelling. A dark brown Swoosh clings on with its segmented stitching, partly attached to the python heel panel. Both heel portions boast different scaling patterns which only adds to the asymmetrical feel of the shoe, however bear the same embroidered vintage “nike” font. A mirrored logo on the insole and doubled up tongue labels are another fraction of changes that make the Shadow a fun addition to the Air Force line-up.
This Air Force 1 Shadow “Python” is surely worth checking out so find out how to grab your pair by tuning into The Sole Supplier.
