The partnership between Louis Vuitton and Nike has sparked immense excitement among sneaker enthusiasts, with the upcoming release of the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1s. Following a limited auction of 200 pairs featuring a distinctive Damier-printed design, which fetched an astonishing average price of $126,500 per pair, new insights into the forthcoming retail offerings have surfaced.
Recent leaks from reputable LV resellers on Instagram, such as @foxylv and @mattd74, have unveiled product images showcasing a variety of colorways for the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1s. Among these are vibrant multi-colored options, as well as sleek two-tone styles in red, blue, green, and classic black and white variations.
Reports suggest that select Louis Vuitton clients have already been presented with the opportunity to purchase nine of the anticipated styles, with a total of 21 colorways expected to be released eventually. However, details regarding the remaining 12 styles remain undisclosed.
Although official release specifics are currently unavailable, enthusiasts can stay informed by following updates on Sole Collector as the launch date approaches. For a comprehensive overview of all Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 colorways, including exclusive friends-and-family editions, refer to the provided link.
UPDATE (07/12): Louis Vuitton has officially announced an online launch for the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 collection by Virgil Abloh, scheduled for July 19. Pricing in the US will range from $2,750 for the Air Force 1 Low to $3,450 for the Air Force 1 Mid in two variations.
Louis Vuitton’s website describes the July 19 release as a “digital drop,” although the method of distribution, whether through raffle or other means, remains unspecified.
The anticipation for the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 collaboration continues to build, with the release of official details now adding to the excitement.
Today, the luxury fashion house announced plans to unveil nine iterations of the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 in June. According to Louis Vuitton’s press release, these sneakers will initially be offered to the brand’s community, with select clients reportedly receiving early access opportunities to preorder.
The available styles will encompass tonal colorways in black and white, as well as dynamic two-tone designs featuring vibrant accents of red, blue, and green. Pricing for the low-top versions starts at 2,000 euros, while the mid-top variants are priced at 2,500 euros.
In conjunction with the sneaker release, a special exhibition showcasing the Louis Vuitton and Nike collaboration will be held at the Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse in Brooklyn from May 20 to May 31. The exhibition will feature 47 variations of the collaborative sneakers, accompanied by striking glass box displays of graphic globe sculptures at prominent locations across New York City.
The Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 collection, designed by the late Virgil Abloh, will pay homage to his visionary creativity. Despite his passing in November 2021, Abloh’s influence continues to shape the fashion landscape. The collaboration will culminate in a digital activation accessible to the general public, although specific details regarding the launch process are yet to be revealed.
