# High-Top Padded Sneakers Nike's Latest Air Force 1 High ’07 Recalls the Original Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2019-01-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-07 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-air-force-1-high-07-3-release-date-price/) & [embed.whatdropsnow](https://embed.whatdropsnow.com/products/nike-air-force-1-high-07-3-white-grey-white/go/nike-us) Designer Bruce Kilgore designed the original [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paisley) [Air Force 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-phantom) sneakers, marking the beginning of one of its most iconic sneaker silhouettes -- recently, the new High ’07 iteration arrives in a nostalgic colorway. The Air Force 1s were originally introduced back in 1982 and was only available as a high-top initially, broadening to lower cuts afterward. The sneakers drew inspiration from the structure of a hiking boot, fused with a thick sole and soft cushioning elements of Nike Air, marking the first time that this tech was incorporated into a basketball model. The original 1982 iteration arrived in a colorway highlighting [white and gray](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-smoke-grey) and the latest Air Force 1 High ’07 sneakers recall the same hues, boasting the same construction of cushioning and rubber cupsole. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Nostalgic Colorway Sneakers:** Opportunity for sneaker brands to tap into the consumer's emotional connection to the past by releasing updated versions of classic styles in original colorways. - **Incorporation of Technology Into Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate performance technology, such as Nike Air cushioning, into everyday wear to enhance comfort and functionality. - **Retro-inspired Athletic Design:** Opportunity for athletic brands to take inspiration from retro designs, such as hiking boots, to create new and unique sportswear that combines both form and function. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sneaker Industry:** Create and launch updated versions of classic styles in original colorways to appeal to consumers' love for nostalgia. - **Fashion Industry:** Incorporate performance technology into everyday wear for enhanced comfort and functionality. - **Athletic Industry:** Take inspiration from retro designs, such as hiking boots, to create new and unique sportswear that combines both form and function. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Profile Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-phantom.md) - [Paisley Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paisley.md) - [Silver Accent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summit-whitemetallic-silver.md) - [Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paris.md) - [Pearlescent Soft Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pearl-colorway.md) - [Athlete-Honoring Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-edition.md) - [Dark Denim Rework Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonal-black-denim.md) - [Supple Blue Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-suede.md) - [Fall-Tonal Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diffused-blue-1.md)