The Air Force 1 is Nike's iconic sneaker, launched in 1982 , designed by Bruce Kilgore and enshrined as a global symbol of urban style and sneaker culture. With its classic low-, mid-, and high-top silhouette, encapsulated Air unit in the midsole, perforated toe box, and pivot circle outsole, the AF-1 combines functionality with timeless aesthetics.
Over the decades, the collection has been reinvented in multiple versions: Low, Mid, High, Platform, Shadow, Pixel, and Jester and Sage editions that play with proportions, layers, and elevated soles. Nike also offers customization through Nike By You , allowing you to mix and match materials, colors, and unique details.
The Air Force 1 is not just a sneaker, but a canvas for collaborations with artists and fashion houses—including historic collaborations with high-impact designers and brands—that have generated limited editions and creative reinterpretations. In 2022, the silhouette celebrated its 40th anniversary with commemorative releases that revived original codes and contemporary reinterpretations.
In recent years, the collection has incorporated sustainability approaches: some versions employ recycled materials and processes aligned with the Move to Zero initiative, as well as Nike Grind components in certain soles. Its constant presence in music, skate, and streetwear ensures that the AF-1 continues to evolve, maintaining its generational relevance and its status as a must-have piece in any sneaker collection.
