The white model of the Air Force 1 boasts one of the most popular iconic sneakers of NIKE, with a midsole of the Air Cushion System that has just the right volume and a simple design that can easily fit in with any styling. It goes well with wide pants, baggy jeans, and loose-fitting relaxed pants, which are popular as “it” items, and the low-cut models and the much-talked-about collaboration models continue to be difficult to obtain. This time we focus on Nike’s Air Force 1 white model and introduce the reasons for its popularity and examples of adult men’s coordination!
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What is the Air Force 1?
Designed by legendary designer Bruce Kilgore and released in 1982, the Air Force 1 was the first ever basketball shoe to feature the revolutionary Nike Air technology. When it was first released, only a high-cut model was available, followed by a lineup of low-cut and mid-cut models. Incidentally, after the development of the Air Force, Kilgore began developing court-style shoes, working on such tennis shoe masterpieces as the Avenger, Adversary, Air Ace, and the Air Jordan II.
The Air Force 1’s most distinctive feature was its air cushioning system, but the pivot sole, which allowed for sudden changes in direction, was also revolutionary, and the high-cut and mid-cut models were equipped with ankle straps for added hold. The high-cut and mid-cut models were equipped with ankle straps for added hold. They were equipped with the most advanced and cutting-edge features at the time, and can therefore be considered the “originators of high-tech sneakers. Needless to say, they were accepted by street culture in the 1990s and onward, and became a driving force behind the sneaker boom.
How thick is the sole of the Nike Air Force 1? Can it enhance height?
The current trend in bottoms is wide-legged, and wide pants with a mode look, baggy jeans with a rugged appearance, and relaxed pants with a loose silhouette are all in vogue. Of particular note is the sole, which has a good volume that is comparable to thick-soled sneakers called “dados” or “chunky soles. Generally, thick-soled sneakers have soles that are 5 cm or thicker, but the Air Force 1’s sole is 4 cm thick, and it is gaining a reputation for “adding height in a good way” without being obtrusive.
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Why is Air Force 1 so popular?
The reason for the popularity of the Air Force 1 is its everlasting form and simple design that can be adapted to any style. Of course, the functionality of the sneaker in pursuit of comfort cannot be overlooked, but the Air Force 1, which has established its status as a fashion item, is a particularly strong choice for creating a street-inspired coordinate. Nowadays, many fashionable people choose the Air Force 1 as the footwear of their coordinate mixed with dress items such as suits and slacks. The price is also very reasonable, boasting such a wide range of protection and available for purchase in the low 10,000 yen range.
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Codes using white Air Force 1
This time, we focus on the popular white color among the various variations of the Air Force 1, and pick up some coordinates for your reference!
Codes 1: “The white Air Force 1 that matches the color of the innerwear creates a lightness to the winter black coordinate that tends to look heavy.
A long gown-like shawl collar coat, black trousers rolled up to ankle length, and a one-shoulder shoulder bag are all in black, with a white inner lining and white Air Force 1 set in a winter coordinate. The white innerwear and white Air Force 1 are set against the thick fabrics and dark tones of the winter outfit, which tends to look heavy, and the low-cut sneakers linked to the white innerwear give the outfit a light and casual look. The white Air Force 1 with just the right amount of volume and a sense of comfort is perfect for balancing out cold-weather outerwear and layered clothing.
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Coordinate 2: “The white Air Force 1 model goes great with the trendy wide-leg pants.
As you can see in the snap below, the Air Force 1 is perfect with trendy wide-legged pants, baggy jeans, and relaxed pants. Even when wide-leg bottoms are left full-length and cushioned, the presence of the Air Force 1 is not compromised, and the silhouette is balanced in a modern way. To create a stylish footwear regardless of the color of the pants, the versatile white model is the perfect choice to stand out from the crowd.
Coordinate 3: “White Air Force 1 and heather gray sweatshirt top and bottom create the axis of the coordinate and give the winter black coat style an athleisure look.
The knee-length black coat that serves as the styling outline creates an urban mood, while the white Air Force 1 and heather gray sweatshirt top and bottom express an athletic look. The light tone of the axis achieves a fresh impression by contrasting the classic black coat with a long upper collar while acquiring the lightness of sports. The effortless coordinate axis does not look unreliable against the coat because of the voluminous white Air Force 1 on the feet.
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Coordinate #4: “A casual look that links the black swoosh of the white Air Force 1 with the wide tapered black pants.
A pale indigo blue boa collar trucker jacket and a hooded knit reminiscent of a Mexican parka are layered to create an American casual look. The bottoms are linked with white Air Force 1 swoosh and black tapered pants to tighten the impression and make it not too rough. This kind of Air Force 1 white model is recommended if you want to differentiate yourself from the standard all-white model and suppress a sense of omission.
NIKE Air Force 1 Low Cut Out Swoosh White Black
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Coordinate 5: “Set the white Air Force 1 in a stylish winter coordinate in a gradation of grays.
A single chester coat with classic change pockets, wool pants, and a long fringed scarf are stylishly combined in a gradation of gray, and a white Air Force 1 mid-cut model is set on sporty feet. The pants folded up above the ankles to show the ankle straps, a characteristic of the Air Force 1 mid-cut model, is a good and stylish look!
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Coordinate ⑥ “Set the white Air Force 1 with impact to achieve a good balance with the voluminous outerwear.
The AF1, a collaboration with PacBlix School New York, was chosen for its impact, mixing the HIGH, MID, and LOW parts of the Air Force 1, and balanced with the voluminous cotton outerwear. The wide black pants function as a joint between the outerwear and sneakers, and the lean silhouette creates an advanced look with a nerdy, current look.
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Coordinate 7: “Combine black wide-leg pants with white Air Force 1s to inject a sense of trend into a winter monotone coordinate.
A white turtleneck peeking out from the neckline of a black graphic parka adds a twist, and the combination of black wide-leg pants and white Air Force 1 adds a modern touch to the monotone winter coordinate. A Prada nylon bag is slung over a gray checkered blouson for a streetwise look, while the checkered pattern and graphics add depth to a monotone style that tends to get stuck in a rut.
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Coordinate #8: “The swoosh color of the white Air Force 1 is in sync with the mustard color of the knit hat and socks to revamp the look of this casual winter coordinate.
The blue denim shirt and relaxed-fit navy pants form the axis of the coordinate, and the long, balcony-length coat worn over the shirt adds a mature mood. The swoosh color of the white Air Force 1 set on the feet matches the mustard color of the knit hat and socks, giving a new look to the coordinate and creating a sense of warmth that is difficult to achieve with darker colors.
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