Nike introduces a colorful ‘Lunar New Year’-themed Dunk Low for its 2023 women’s exclusive collection. The pair features the standard white base and black overlays, while hits of teal, red, and yellow decorate the three Swooshes of varying sizes. The tongue branding has been transformed into a white Swoosh backgrounded by a textured multicolor print, and the heels are coated with a speckled design that contrasts with the white base of the shoe. The silhouette is completed with a set of clean white laces and the standard perforations on the toe box for breathability.
Nike has only recently confirmed a release date of January 18 for this colorway, making it just in time for the Lunar New Year celebrations on January 22. The ‘Lunar New Year’ Dunk Low is priced at $120 USD and will be stocked at Nike and select third-party retailers.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Lunar New Year-themed Apparel
- Opportunity to create more Lunar New Year-themed clothing and accessories to celebrate cultural holidays and increase brand diversity and inclusivity.
- Customizable Sneakers
- Potential for brands to offer customization options for sneakers, allowing customers to personalize their own designs and express their unique style.
- Sustainability in Sneaker Production
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Who This Affects Most
- Fashion and Apparel
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- Athletic Footwear
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- Retail
- Retailers can target diverse customer segments by promoting and stocking culturally-themed products and products with eco-friendly credentials.
