# Denim Basketball Sneakers The Air Jordan 1 KO Was Subject to an Original Blue Jean Makeover By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-ko References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/8/air-jordan-1-ko-quilted-blue) & [nike](http://nike.com) The 'Air Jordan 1 KO' is a popular model from [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3) that has recently seen a variety of updated relaunches, including an unexpected all-blue 'Quilted' version, which coats the sneakers in a denim-like material. Though the sneakers are mostly monochromatic, the hues of navy that make it up vary slightly throughout, giving the design more diversity and complementing its unique texture. This is contrasted by gold accents on the laces and a stark white sole as well, which also works along with the slight fraying that's a result of the material choice. The denim Air Jordan 1 KO follow the releases of a ['Metallic Silver'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-low-method-of-make-v3) and 'Pure Platinum' versions [HYPEBEAST](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-clarkson) reports, showing how the model is resurfacing in popularity amongst Nike fans. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Denim Sneaker Revival:** With the release of the all-blue 'denim' Air Jordan 1 KO, there is an opportunity for creating an innovative stylish line of sustainable and eco-friendly denim sneakers. - **Monochromatic Sneakers with Diverse Textures:** The updated version of Nike's Air Jordan 1 KO provides an avenue for creating sneakers that blur the lines between fashion and athletics, with unique and diverse texture designs that complement a monochromatic color scheme. - **Metallic and Textured Accents for Sneaker Customization:** Expanding beyond the all-blue 'denim' Air Jordan 1 KO, the rise in popularity of this model can inspire an opportunity for customization with metallic and other textured accents. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear and Athletics:** The trend of denim sneakers can create opportunities for innovation for sustainable and eco-friendly materials in sportswear and athletics. - **Fashion and Streetwear:** The diverse texture and monochromatic design trend of sneakers can provide fresh ideas for fashion-focused streetwear designers. - **Sneaker Customization and Personalization:** The rise in popularity of the Air Jordan 1 KO can inspire an opportunity for companies specialized in sneaker customization to market new personalized services with premium metallic and textured materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Tonal Low Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3.md) - [Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-navy-colorway-1.md) - [Dark Denim Rework Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonal-black-denim.md) - [Distressed Crackled Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-colorway.md) - [Denim Cut-Out Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-koko.md) - [Basketball Team-Tonal Mid-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornetscolored.md) - [Black Denim-Adorned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-1.md) - [Richly Green-Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-retro-1-high.md) - [Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-navy.md)