Release Guide: Tiffany & Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’
An overview of Tiffany & Co.’s historic Air Force 1 collaboration with Nike.
In January 2023, Nike and Tiffany & Co. unveiled their first official collaboration. The project features an Air Force 1 sneaker called the Tiffany & Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’ and a selection of silver sterling jewelry. Crafted in honor of the AF1’s 40th anniversary and releasing on March 7, 2023, the “1837” designation pays homage to Tiffany & Co.’s founding year.
The Tiffany & Co. x Nike AF1 ‘1837’ was first teased by basketball superstar LeBron James, who styled the shoe with a customized Tiffany & Co. x Nike varsity jacket at the Lakers vs. Knicks game at Madison Square Garden on January 31.
A luxury-sportswear crossover between the two companies had been rumored for years. The pair unofficially came into each other’s orbit in 2005 after Nike enlisted Nicholas Tershay, better known as Nicky Diamonds, to create a pair of low-top Dunks for his skate label Diamond Supply Co. The shoes released to much fanfare and became known as the “Tiffany Dunks” despite having no official link to the iconic jewelry maker. The ‘1837’ marks Tiffany & Co.’s first foray into footwear.
Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. Design Inspiration
Editing the AF1’s austere design language with luxury signifiers, the upper swaps leather for smoky black suede. Both pebbled-leather Swoosh logos are dressed in a hue of robin-egg blue—known worldwide today as “Tiffany blue”—while a sterling silver plate is incorporated at the heel. The shoes are packaged in the type of bright blue box that has become synonymous with Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Tiffany & Co. and Nike have taken a similar elevated approach to accessories. The accessories collection spans a whistle, shoe horn, shoe brush and lace deubré. Both brand logos stamp the silver jewelry, along with the numerals “.925.” The numeric engraving represents the internationally accepted percentage grade for sterling silver, a standard that Tiffany pioneered (925 means 92.5% sterling silver).
Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. Product Features
The Tiffany & Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’ updates various AF1 design cues with premium hallmarks, while retaining the DNA of the original.
Midsole Cushioning
The thick midsole on the ‘1837’ is unchanged. Draped in a black colorway that provides a stark backdrop for the bold Swoosh across the upper, Nike’s “Air” signature is included at the rear. Air technology is housed inside the midsole for a comfortable step.
Upper Material
Opting for a plush aesthetic, the suede upper is the collaboration’s most prominent overhaul. Pebbled-leather detailing adorns the throat of the shoe and mustache, with rope laces adding a further premium touch.
Detailing
The most notable detail on the ‘1837’ is the Tiffany blue Swoosh and the sterling silver hardware placed on the heel. The heel tab is marked with Tiffany & Co.’s signature .925, confirming the luxury detail is authentic sterling silver.
Nike Air Force 1 History
The Nike Air Force 1 was designed by sneaker legend Bruce Kilgore in 1982. The first basketball shoe to feature Air technology, its cup-sole construction marked a considerable departure from the vulcanized-rubber shoes that previously dominated the sport. The AF1 was initially released as a mid-top with an ankle-strap support before being reworked in the low-top style it is most commonly associated with today. Additional details include a perforated toe box and tread outsole.
The Air Force 1 eclipsed its intended court purpose to become an icon of hip-hop and street style. Its minimalist aesthetic lends the silhouette a timeless quality, serving as an experimental canvas for creative collaborators such as Supreme, Stüssy, Travis Scott and Virgil Abloh.
Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. FAQs
When does the Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. release?
The Tiffany Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’ releases March 7, 2023.
How much will the AF1 x Tiffany & Co. cost?
The retail price of the AF1 x Tiffany & Co. is $400. The retail prices of the sterling silver accessories range from $250 to $475.
What’s the SKU of Nike Air Force 1 x Tiffany?
The SKU of the Nike Air Force 1 x Tiffany on GOAT is DZ1382 001.
Who designed Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co.?
Bruce Kilgore designed the original Air Force 1. Both Nike and Tiffany & Co. worked together on the design of the ‘1837.’
What’s the nickname for Air Force 1 x Tiffany ‘1837?’
There is no established nickname for the Tiffany Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837.’ The shoe should not be confused with the Diamond Supply Co. x Nike Dunk Low Pro SB 'Tiffany,' also known as the ‘Tiffany Dunks’ (despite having no official affiliation with the jewelry house) that were released in 2005.
Where can I buy the Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. ‘1837?’
You can buy the Tiffany Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’ on GOAT.
What are shoes similar to the Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co.?
The Tiffany Co. x Nike Air Force 1 ‘1837’ is similar to other ‘Tiffany’ colorways, including the Diamond Supply Co. x Dunk High Premium SB 'Tiffany' and Diamond Supply Co. x Dunk Low Pro SB 'Tiffany.'
What sizes do Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co. come in?
The Tiffany Air Force 1 comes in a full family run of sizes for men, women and kids.
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