After announcing a historical partnership between streaming megastar Kai Cenat and Nike, the creator unveiled an upcoming version of the Air Max 1 from dotSwoosh. Connecting with the brand’s web3 division dotSwoosh , Kai teased an upcoming version of the Nike Air Max 1 called the “Low Poly”. Regardless of the fact that it is not a signature silhouette or even a personal collaboration, we expect demand for the “Low Poly” Air Max 1 is going to be sky high.
The “Low Poly” colourway references the term 'low polygon', a video game term that relates to the amount of polygons within a 3D texture behind the game's resolution. The campaign for the shoe featured Kai in a low-resolution version of his usual streaming room, a theme which tied in the inspiration for the Air Max 1.
Making use of the “ University Red ” make-up which is considered a staple within the Max 1 catalogue, this version takes design cues from video games during the ‘90s and early 2000s. Squared panelling and Swoosh are the biggest give-aways, with the typical branding also given a pixelated finish. Detailed across the toe box is the pixelated bleed of grey from the lace panelling, a touch that is sure to be appreciated by real sneakerheads. As Kai pointed out on the stream, the sockliner reads “Push Start”, another retro gaming feature that adds to this pair’s storytelling. Landing in a special edition red .SWOOSH box along with some low-res wrapping paper, no stone has been left unturned on this limited edition Air Max 1.
The Air Max 1 “Low Poly” will be available to pre-order starting on Oct. 8 and in sizes UK3 – UK17, with the shoe expected to retail for around £145. Nike has also confirmed that the shoe will be shipped around 120 days after the order is placed, so if this is your first time preordering a trainer, then you best be ready for the anticipated wait. For any more information on the Nike AM1 “Low Poly”, be sure to keep it turned to The Sole Supplier!
