First teased in March 2021, the Travis Scott x Air Max 1 collab has finally arrived in three autumn-ready colorways: Baroque Brown, Saturn Gold, and Wheat.
Inspired by the Nike ACG Pocket Knife, the new sneakers have a distinctly tactile feel. Most notably, they are equipped with a drawstring lacing system, custom nubuck, and mesh overlays. However, they delicately blend these hiking-inspired elements with the retro, streetwear appeal of the classic Air Max 1 model, making for a truly one-of-a-kind silhouette.
So far, the Baroque Brown and Saturn Gold colorways are set for a regular release on December 16th, where they will be made available on the SNKRS website. That being said, there will be an exclusive release during this year's Astroworld Festival, with a limited quantity of pairs being sold at Space Village in Houston, Texas.
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The Highly Anticipated Travis Scott X Nike Air Max 1 Has Arrived
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