The Nike A.P.C. Collaboration Brings Unexpected Results
Jennifer Gosnell — July 24, 2012 — Fashion
References: refinery29 & oystermag
The Nike A.P.C. Collaboration has given fans of both labels an unexpected mix they are sure to appreciate. With classic, faded neutrals of navy, brown and cream, the Nike shoes are a lovely mix of the best of both worlds. A.P.C., a Parisian brand, has teamed up with the sporty shoe company and in doing so, created a classic sneaker that can be dressed up or down depending on where they're to be worn.
The classically vintage-looking sneaker offers a gorgeous leather exterior and a comfortable sneaker interior. Anything but boring, these simple, yet beautiful shoes are sure to be a grand slam. The Nike A.P.C. Collaboration hit it out of the park on this design concept that features interwoven design and functionality.
The classically vintage-looking sneaker offers a gorgeous leather exterior and a comfortable sneaker interior. Anything but boring, these simple, yet beautiful shoes are sure to be a grand slam. The Nike A.P.C. Collaboration hit it out of the park on this design concept that features interwoven design and functionality.
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