As a maker of some of the most relevant lifestyle sneakers, Nike has continuously reflected on global cultural movements throughout history to conjure design inspiration. This especially holds true for an upcoming brand new with original box Nike Blazer Mid 77 Boys DA4086-001, Womens Nike V-Love O.
This isn’t the first time the Swoosh is honoring the radio medium. Back in 2006, Nike collaborated with British artist Ben Drury for an mens nike zoom shift 2 ep october red black basketball shoes that featured the text “Hold Tight” embroidered on the tongue—a reference to renegade movement. Similar emblems are found on the brand new with original box Nike Blazer Mid 77 Boys DA4086-001 more than a decade later; radio waves found on the heel in place of the classic branding, while the famous skull broadcasting imagery is printed beneath the shoe’s opaque icy outsole. Even the tri-color arrangement of the model honors pirate radio’s English roots, as the pair is clad in a Union Jack-inspired red, navy, and silver.
The brand new with original box Nike Blazer Mid 77 Boys DA4086-001 will hit the shelves at the retailers listed below in 2021. Looking for more Air Maxes? Get a closer look at the upcoming Undefeated Air Max 97.
UPDATE 2/8/2021:
Detailed images courtesy of END Clothing have been added. A release in the EU is slated for Feb. 13th.