Drake rewrote sneaker history with the Nocta x Nike Glide Black

Fly He’s never shied away from weird, original and extravagant companies, especially with regards to his sneakers. after submitting nocta x nike swim fin in March, sinful champagne propose to nocta x nike glide blackPossibly one of the most unusual and unexpected sneaker of the year.

To some it may sound like a sneaker. However, if you’re interested in old-school silhouettes, you’ll immediately notice the references nike zoom flight 95, Originally Designed by Eric Avar In 1995, even then, it was a strange looking basketball shoe. It is characterized by its futuristic design, inspired by the eyes of an insect, and Nike Zoom Air technology that provides cushioning and responsiveness. It was a sneaker made of premium materials like leather and mesh that was presented in a classic black and white color scheme with brown detailing. The Nike Zoom Flight 95 sneaker is an iconic shoe that combines retro style and high performance. in the matter of slipperyDrake copied and pasted the design almost entirely but added some personal changes.

is different from zoom flight 95 The original, fitted with a suede upper, the edition signed by the Canadian artist features a mesh structure that promotes perspiration. However, the artist has placed a carbon-fiber-looking back panel and massive midsole, known as the “bug eye” due to its shape that resembles the eyes of an insect. He also added an extra element: a fourth “eye” on the back of the heel that gives the shoe a touch of asymmetry.

Other details carried over from the ZF95 include the pull tab at the heel and the swooshes on the sides. Artist customized shoes with logo Nike on eyelets and badges nocta Polished on tab.

There nocta x nike glide black This is an exclusive model and Drake knows it very well. In fact, it’s a clear reference to the Zoom Flight 95, but includes new elements that make it feel fresh and futuristic. The launch is set for the month of July and the sneaker will be available at Nocta Store, Nike and select retailers around the world for a price of around €160. However, in the meantime, it is already possible to find it on resale sites like StockX.

Article originally adapted from GQ UK.