Just do it: the 5 most popular Nike sneakers right now
Since its launch in 1964, Nike has, undoubtedly, become one of the most powerful and influential athletic brands in the world. From their Air Force 1s to Michael Jordan’s eponymous Air Jordans, Nike sneakers have become cultural icons unto themselves. And while each sneakerhead will have their own favourite pair of Nike kicks, these five Nike models are the most popular ones right now.
A streetwear icon, the Nike Air Force 1 shoe was first introduced in 1982 as a basketball sneaker. It was the first shoe to feature Nike Air technology and for nearly 40 years, has remained a cult sneaker model. Despite the endless colourways and fabrications, the classic white or black Air Force 1s remain the most popular—and the most memed about.
Nike
Mens Air Force 1 07 black and white sneaker Men
$150.00
Simons
-25%
Nike
Air Force 1 Low Retro Premium Sneakers Black
$134.00
$179.00
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-29%
Nike
Sneakers Grey
$99.00
$140.00
Yoox
-55%
Nike
Air Force 1 Low Sneakers White / Black / Bison Multi
$87.00
$192.00
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First launched in 1987, Nike’s Air Max 1 was the brand’s first sneaker to showcase the visible air unit. The pioneer of the Air Max line, The Air Max 1 is often remodelled in vibrant colours and patterns to reflect its retro origins.
Nike
Patta Air Max 90 Sneakers Cyber / Particle Grey
$205.00
Slam Jam
-50%
Nike
Air Max 1 86 OG Sneakers Metallic Silver Grey
$103.00
$205.00
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Straight from the 1970s, the Nike Blazer got its start as a basketball sneaker. Featuring an oversized Swoosh and both a high-top and low-top design, the vintage-style sneaker had a real resurgence in popularity this year and remains one of the brand’s most iconic models today.
-28%
Nike
Sneakers White
$99.00
$138.00
Yoox
-5%
Nike
Sneakers White
$123.00
$130.00
Yoox
-5%
Nike
Sneakers White
$123.00
$130.00
Yoox
-9%
Nike
Sneakers White
$118.00
$130.00
Yoox
-28%
Nike
Sneakers White
$99.00
$138.00
Yoox
Nike
Blazer Low 77 Sneaker in Black/White at Nordstrom, Size 4.5
$90.00
Nordstrom
Nike’s iconic Air Jordan 1s found instant success when basketball legend Michael Jordan wore them during his 1985 season with the Chicago Bulls. The sneakers were a rule-breaking sensation from the get-go. The black and red design violated the NBA’s uniform policy at the time which resulted in a $5,000 fine from the league each time Michael Jordan wore the sneakers. Today, they are the quintessential Nike sneakers and exclusive colourways are coveted by sneakerheads all over the world.
So, in the end, we think it all paid off.
-40%
Nike Jordan
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG (TD) Sneakers Ruby Multi
$53.00
$89.00
Slam Jam
-29%
Nike
Sneakers Grey
$140.00
$198.00
Yoox
-40%
Nike Jordan
Air Jordan 1 High OG Rare Air (TD) Sneakers White / Deep Royal Blue
$53.00
$89.00
Slam Jam
-35%
Nike Jordan
Air Jordan 1 Retro High Sneakers Black / White Multi
$157.00
$241.00
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Immortalised in films like Forrest Gump and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Nike’s Cortez are another retro-inspired sneaker to make a big comeback in recent years. Released as the brand’s first track shoe in 1972, they were designed for maximum comfort for distance running. The Bear star Jeremy Allen White is the Cortez’s biggest fan, going as far as asking Nike for a collab to bring back his favourite colourway.
-25%
Nike
Cortez Leather Sneakers White / Varsity Red Multi
$95.00
$127.00
Slam Jam
-26%
Nike
Sneakers Blue
$69.00
$93.00
Yoox
-25%
Nike
Cortez TXT Sneakers Black / White Multi
$86.00
$114.00
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Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
