Louis Vuitton has officially announced the release of its inaugural collection of Nike Air Force 1 designs by Virgil Abloh, set to launch tomorrow as confirmed by the French luxury house on its website.
The collaborative sneakers will debut in nine distinct color schemes, with the Air Force 1 Low priced at $2,750 and offered in seven variations, while the Air Force 1 Mid, priced at $3,450, will be available in two iterations. Louis Vuitton’s website provides a detailed breakdown of the launch process.
Starting at 12 p.m. tomorrow, prospective buyers will enter a virtual waiting room where random shoppers will be selected every minute for the chance to purchase one of the nine pairs. Successful purchasers will have 10 minutes to add their preferred style to the cart and complete the checkout process. It’s important to note that the sneaker reservation is only confirmed upon receipt of an email after the payment step.
In May, Louis Vuitton unveiled its Nike Air Force 1 by Virgil Abloh collection at the Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse in Brooklyn, showcasing a total of 47 iterations, including the nine pairs releasing tomorrow. While 21 colorways are slated for retail release, information regarding the remaining 12 styles remains undisclosed.
Louis Vuitton’s collaboration with Nike Air Force 1 has captured significant attention, evident in the recent social media flex by rapper French Montana during a Brooklyn Nets game. French Montana showcased the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 Low collaboration, emphasizing their exclusivity and luxury. Notably, French Montana revealed that he acquired the pair for a staggering $200,000, underscoring the immense value and rarity associated with these coveted sneakers.
Indeed, the association with Louis Vuitton inevitably commands a premium price tag, and $200,000 for a pair of shoes may seem exorbitant to some. However, given their scarcity and high resale value, the investment may be justified. Whether French Montana harbors any buyer’s remorse remains uncertain, yet the allure of owning such a coveted item persists, even if it entails unconventional means such as securing a business loan.
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