Kobe Bryant x Nike Sportswear Air Force 1 Foamposite "Eggplant"

Following up on two successful launches of the Nike Sportswear Air Force 1 Foamposite, the

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Following up on two successful launches of the Nike Sportswear Air Force 1 Foamposite, the revolutionary Air Force 1 hybrid is slated for an upcoming release in partnership with Kobe Bryant. The high top sneaker features the same familiar one-piece molded upper made of Nike’s supportive yet malleable synthetic material. References to Kobe Bryant can be seen on the specialty logo on the tongue as well as his signature visible through the outsole. Other interesting elements include a subtle black 3M support strap. The color captures the same essence as one of the most popular original Foamposite colorways dubbed the Eggplants. A release is slated is for February 1 through the China market however dates will vary from region to region.

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