Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT has received a new monochromatic makeover with the launch of a black and gray iteration. The silhouette, which is an extension of the Air Jordan 1 base, debuted back in 2020 and offered consumers a refreshing, layered take on the iconic basketball sneaker.
The black and gray version features a gray leather base, a dark gray debossed Swoosh on the laterals, black overlays, and a a foam collar and tongue unit. The sneaker is finished with the incorporation of Zoom technology for the midsole, while the whole unit rests on a gray and black outsole.
The Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT in black and gray will debut on Nike’s website and select retailers in late 2022. The sneaker will retail for approximately $140 USD.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Monochromatic Sneaker Designs
- There might be more focus on creating monochromatic designs for sneakers in the future.
- Incorporation of Zoom Technology
- More sneakers might start utilizing Zoom technology for their midsoles.
- Layered Takes on Iconic Fits
- More companies might start playing with iconic basketball sneaker fits and offer consumers more layered takes on them.
Where This Applies
- Athletic Footwear
- The launch of the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT in black and gray shows a shift towards more monochromatic and technologically advanced athletic footwear.
- Fashion
- The trend of monochromatic designs on sneakers may spill over into the fashion industry and influence the creation of more monochromatic apparel items.
- Retail
- Retailers may start looking for ways to offer consumers more layered takes on iconic sneaker designs to differentiate themselves and provide unique products.
