Embrace the iconic Chicago skyline with the Air Max 1 ’86. Delving into history, this sneaker pays tribute to the city’s resilience post the Great Chicago Fire. Following the devastation, the community united to rebuild, replacing wooden structures with steel, concrete, and glass, shaping the modern cityscape. The AM1 ’86 “Chicago” captures the essence of the “second city” by incorporating the hues of contemporary skyscrapers into its premium leather and suede construction. Featuring Blue Chill accents and a reflective Swoosh, the design mirrors the downtown towers’ reflection on Lake Michigan. The insole and tongue label showcase the city’s unmistakable skyline, elegantly overlaid with the iconic Nike Swoosh. This sneaker is not just built for Chicago; it’s validated by the city and tells its story. In collaboration with six local streetwear legends (Leaders, Notre, RSVP, St. Alfred, SVRN, and Succezz), Nike has crafted sneakers inspired by the resilience of Chicagoans past and present. The Chicago Pack, with its ever-evolving blend of heritage and modernity, fire and water, steel and wood, embodies the spirit of the city. Both footwear styles feature a special-edition graphic on the insole and tongue label—a powerful representation of the Chicago skyline overlayed with the iconic Nike Swoosh. This release is a homage to Chicago, a celebration of its enduring spirit and the stories etched into its urban landscape.
Air Max 1 ‘86 Chicago release date:
It’ll be released on 21st October at 7:30 pm on Nike US.
