Unless you've been living a rock for the past nine months, you'd know that 2022 marks 40 years since Bruce Kilgore officially revealed the Air Force 1. Throughout these decades, while a lot has changed in terms of the world, the AF1 is pretty much the same, a testament to just how timeless it is. To celebrate this legendary basketball shoe, the Beaverton brand has been releasing a wide range of special colorways, including the Nike Air Force 1 Low 40th Anniversary "Malachite" that should not be missed.
Getting its name from the bold green mineral, the malachite boasts an all-green leather upper that's smooth and sleek to the touch. A bold blue jay Swoosh glides elegantly across the lateral and medial side panels, while a smaller one is finely embroidered in front of it in white. Metallic Gold accents feature on the top eyelets and the dubrae for a luxe look and feel, and underneath it all, you'll find a crisp Air midsole that offers unbeatable comfort and cushioning wherever you go. 82-22 text is printed on the insoles as a nod to the year the Air Force 1 was introduced, and the number "40" is finely debossed on the heel, surrounded by a quarter of stars.
The Nike Air Force 1 Low 40th Anniversary Malachite is set to release on October 13th, 2022 in men's sizes for $130. Expected to drop at Nike, the SNKRS app, and select retailers online and in physical location, you definitely do not want to miss out on this. For the latest and greatest sneaker and streetwear news and releases, make sure you follow Sole Retriever on Twitter and download our officialMobile App if you haven't already! For a full breakdown on the Nike Air Force 1 as a whole, its history, and more, check out our Nike Air Force 1 Buyers Guide!
Nike Air Force 1 Low 40th Anniversary "Malachite"
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