Nike Air Force 1 '07

The distinctive faux scales on this Air Force 1 ‘07 give it a look that is both tough and high-class at the same time. Different formations of these natural-looking structures decorate the forefoot and rear overlays, as well as the eyestay, the swooshes and the heel panel. They all come in an off-white hue, with larger plates across the forefoot and heel either side of more rectangular scales on the eyestay. Resembling crocodile skin, this boxlike arrangement can also be seen on the right heel panel and strip, while the left side displays a coarse exterior consistent with lizard skin. Meanwhile, the swooshes have a pattern more akin to snakeskin.

While these overlays create a truly compelling aesthetic, Summit White sections of tumbled leather bring variety to the midfoot and toe box, both sections having perforation holes for added breathability. Below this, the Sail midsole has a lightly textured surface that includes Wolf Grey Air lettering and two embossed lines rising out of its lateral heel. This signifies its advanced cushioning capabilities, which are accompanied by good quality traction through the outsole underneath. The pivot-circles that lend this feature such sturdy grip in both the heel and forefoot are Wolf Grey.

Back on the upper, there is a white lace dubrae imprinted with AF1 lettering securing the bottom of the laces, and a puffy mesh tongue with a white patch that is embroidered with Nike Air text. This appears subtly on its surface in a similar off-white tone. Another set of white Nike Air branding has been sewn into the heel panel, before a final piece of the same wording appears on the off-white insole in Wolf Grey. This colour resurfaces again on the soft knit of the inner lining, which rounds off the sneaker by encompassing the foot in a comfortable embrace.