A celebrated callback to a Nike Air Force 1’s golden epoch, the “West Indies” Air Force 1 Low sneakers is poised to make its eagerly-awaited resurgence this month. Initially released in 2002 as one of four pairs commemorating NYC’s West Indian Day Parade Carnival, the “West Indies” Air Force 1 is now replicated almost exactly to the original.
The original version of these sneakers are primarily crafted in white, with a classic green hue gracefully finding its place on the tongue and heel tabs, lining, and outsole. The phrase “West Indies” is etched on the dubraes, heel, and tongue, with the latter slightly modified to reflect that the shoe is celebrating not just its 20th anniversary, but also the model’s 40th anniversary of the Air Force 1.
The ‘West Indies’ Nike Air Force 1 Come Back to Honor Caribbean Culture and Heritage
The West Indies Parade takes place in New York City as an iconic event that brings people together from all walks of life to celebrate Caribbean culture and heritage. This vibrant and lively parade is a true spectacle, with colorful costumes, energetic music, and dancing that will leave you feeling uplifted and joyful.
As you make your way through the parade route, you’ll be transported to a world of lively rhythms, mouth-watering food, and a sense of community that is truly unique. The pulsating beats of soca and reggae to the mouth-watering aromas of jerk chicken and ackee and saltfish, this is what the ‘West Indies’ Nike Air Force 1 sneakers want to commemorate.
In the interior of the sneakers, you can see the names of all the “West Indies”. That name that can be traced back to Christopher Columbus, who was searching for a western route to India when he stumbled upon the Caribbean islands. You can see names of countries like Saint Vincent and Grenade, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda, Grenade, Dominica, Haiti, and all the other ones. Each of these countries has its own unique charm and attractions that can be seen reflected in these ‘West Indies’ Nike Air Force 1 sneakers.
The Original Force 1 Low ‘West Indies’ in Classic White/Green
With its striking white/green colorway and detailed embroidery, the Nike Air Force 1 Low “West Indies” is definitely a must-have for sneakers admirers and collectors. It’s a true celebration of Caribbean culture, and it’s bound to make a statement whether you’re wearing it on the streets or at your next event.
The Nike Air Force 1 Low “West Indies” is not only a fashion statement, but a cultural masterpiece. It’s a shoe that showcases the richness of the cultures that have enriched NYC and the whole United States, and it’s bound to turn heads wherever you go. So, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of sneaker history.
The original ‘West Indies’ in green are strongly chased by sneaker collectors. Currently, on auction sites collectible shoes are sold for prices ranging from $200 to $360, but it depends on the condition of the pair, and the time of the market.