The name was inspired by the American president’s exclusive airplane, and the shoe continues to evoke a feeling of exclusivity and luxury almost 40 years later. By the late 1990s and early 2000s, the AF1 had done something few athletic shoes have done since – the silhouette transcended the world of sport and became a bona fide style staple.
Brought into the spotlight by hip hop artists (and enshrined forever by Nelly with his aptly named “Air Force Ones” track), Nike’s classic court shoe became a must-have look for sneakerheads everywhere. Even as the AF1 gained popularity, its iconic nature never waned. Whether you’re slipping into an all-white pair, an all-black pair, or something in between – the AF1 fits every look. In fact, we’d say it makes every look better.
All in the Family
While Nike originally unveiled the AF1 in men’s sizing only, today you can cop the style in sizes for women, boys, and girls, too! Foot Locker carries high, mid, and low-top varieties so you can find your perfect match.
More Air
Check out fresh collabs like the Nike Air Force 1 GTX, which features GORTEX material for enhanced durability and utilitarian style. The women’s Air Force 1 Shadow is double the fun, with multiple Swoosh elements creating a sophisticated shadow effect. The Air Force Max Low delivers locked-in support for on-court action.
