The story of the Air Force 1 Low collection
The Air Force 1 Low is an icon among sneakers , a pair of trainers that has gained worldwide fame since its first appearance on basketball courts in 1982, especially the Triple White . Designed by Bruce Kilgore , just like the Jordan 2 , this revolutionary shoe was the first to incorporate Nike Air technology, providing superior cushioning and unprecedented comfort, now found in all Nike trainers . Its name refers to the American presidential plane, symbolizing the superiority and exclusivity of the shoe. Since its initial release, the Air Force 1 Low has become a blank canvas for creative collaborations with renowned artists, designers and brands, helping to maintain its popularity in contemporary trainer culture.
The release of the Air Force 1 West Indies
First released in 2002, the Air Force 1 Low Retro QS West Indies has been redesigned in a modern version in 2022, a special edition that still pays homage to New York's very famous Caribbean carnival , Crown Heights . The latter was specially designed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the legendary AF1 , and was unveiled in the middle of the summer period, on August 26, 2022, to be precise.
The characteristics of the Nike West Indies
The Air Force 1 West Indies is a shoe that maintains the classic characteristics of the iconic silhouette. It has a white premium leather upper, which however features colorful details. In the same tones as the Dunk Low in collaboration with Jarritos , the bright colors and tropical patterns add a touch of freshness and distinctive style to this special edition. The AF1 West Indies displays a dark green outsole, a color which is also featured on the collar of the West Indies Nike , the rear reinforcement where the Nike branding appears in yellow as well as on the tongue label, where is embroidered on it the inscription “ West Indies Anniversary Edition ”, always in lemon yellow. A branded lace lock appears as usual on the pair of Nike West Indies and, finally, the Brooklyn carnival logo embroidered in green, yellow and red appears above the midsole.
How big is the West Indies Air Force 1?
The West Indies Air Force 1 , as is generally the case with Nike , is a normal size. We therefore advise you to take your usual size. However, if any doubt persists, you can always consult the Nike size guide by clicking here !
Release date: August 2022
SKU : DX1156-100
Colors: WHITE/WHITE-CLASSIC GREEN
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