NikeLab Air Force 1 Low

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—01. Premium leather upper and liner.

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I'd be curious to know how many versions of the Air Force 1 have been released by Nike since 1982. Over the years, the brand has attempted many times to elevate the icon with premium materials while maintaining its original aesthetic, and more often than not it hasn't been a total success. The recent NikeLab release, however, is very, very good. There are low and mid options in white, black, navy and red, all featuring deluxe uppers and Phylon cushioning. The only detail I might reconsider is the clear sole but as it's out of sight, it's easy to overlook.

—Available from NikeLab

NikeLab Roshe Daybreak x Fragment

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—01. Lightweight nylon and synthetic upper.

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I was never really a fan of Nike's Roshe Run model, which has taken over the streets in the past few years, but the recent Roshe LD-1000 and now the Roshe Daybreak have upped the ante. This classic colourway, produced in collaboration with Fragment Design, is tough to fault, while the waffle-inspired outsole, full-length Phylon midsole, and Ortholite sock liner combine for an extremely comfortable ride.

—Available from NikeLab

NikeLab – Innovation x Innovators: All Conditions Gear

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—01. Adapt. Move. Protect.

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The latest NikeLab ACG collection is released today, and this short film takes us behind the scenes with Jarrett Reynolds and Errolson Hugh as they highlight the principles behind the line, the challenges they've faced along the way, and the importance of achieving a balance between functionality and aesthetics. It's one of Nike's most interesting projects, with considerable depth and quality at its core.

—NikeLab

NikeLab Lunar Huarache Light

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—01. Black.

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Launching on March 13th, the latest NikeLab shoe release is one of their best to date. The combination of the Huarache Light with a Lunar sole, in two minimal colours, looks great. The only challenge will be choosing between the two options and getting a pair before they've sold out.

—NikeLab

NikeLab ACG

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—01. Tech Fleece Funnel Pullover.
—02. ACG 2-in-1.

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Nike's relaunch of the ACG collection has been much anticipated, but I was a little skeptical when I first heard the news. It would have been easy to simply reproduce old styles and colourways in updated fabrics. However, by enlisting Errolson Hugh they've been able to push the collection forwards. The latest rendition of ACG appears to be an exciting step in the right direction, finding a balance between style and functionality which was always at the brand's core. The footwear is well done, but it's the outerwear and tops that are the most enticing.

—Available from Nike

032c: Nike Free Mercurial Superfly HTM & NikeLab Launch

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—01. Nike Free Mercurial Superfly HTM.

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You may have thought Nike had already done enough with a variety of interesting products and events to generate press leading up to the World Cup. However, yesterday they announced today's release of the Nike Free Mercurial Superfly HTM as the cherry on top. Writer Gary Warnett has produced an article for 032c outlining the project and the launch of NikeLab, complimented by an interview with Nike CEO, Mark Parker.

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—NikeLab