# Chunky Space-Themed Sneakers Nike Gives Its Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches a NASA Makeover By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-lows References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-air-force-1-low-nasa-colorway/) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/ca/en_gb/?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.highsnobiety.com%2Fp%2Fnike-air-force-1-low-nasa-colorway%2F) Sportswear giant [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5) adorns its beloved Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huarache silhouettes with a space-themed makeover. The motifs are seen decorating the [Swoosh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-suede), and in the interiors of the sneakers. There has not been an official announcement of the collaboration between Nike and [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delavie-sciences1), but next year marks the 50th anniversary of America landing on the moon. The NASA theme is suggested due to the colors used on the shoe, seeing a blend of white, red, and blue -- which are the same hues as NASA's logo. On the interior lining, there is a space graphic design, with a astronaut standing on the moon holding a Nike flag.The two new sneaker iterations are constructed with premium suede materials, along with leather and mesh accenting details. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Space-themed Sneakers:** Nike's space-themed Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches are an opportunity for brands to capitalize on consumers' fascination with outer space and the rise of space tourism. - **Premium Materials for Sneakers:** The use of premium materials in Nike's Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches presents an opportunity for brands to offer high-end, customizable sneakers for consumers who value luxury footwear. - **Collaborative Sneaker Designs:** Nike's potential collaboration with NASA on its Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches demonstrates the potential for brands to partner with organizations to create unique and themed sneaker collections. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sportswear:** The release of Nike's space-themed Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches presents an opportunity for sportswear brands to expand into the space-themed fashion market. - **Footwear:** Nike's use of premium materials in the construction of the Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches provides an opportunity for luxury footwear brands to incorporate space-themed designs into their collections. - **Retail:** The potential collaboration between Nike and NASA on the Air Force 1 Lows and Air Huaraches demonstrates the potential for retailers to offer exclusive and limited-edition sneaker collections to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5.md) - [Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paris.md) - [Colorful Paneling Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-iii-1.md) - [Textural Canvas Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-pack.md) - [Retro Translucent Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20.md) - [Textural Stealthy Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway.md) - [Butterfly-Motif Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterflies-edition.md) - [Dynamic Textural Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-mid-sneaker.md) - [Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-runner.md)