The start of the year means Chinese New Year. As every year, special edition pairs are released by our favorite brands, Nike, Jordan and New Balance. While the date of Chinese New Year in the Gregorian calendar varies from year to year, the transition will take place on February 10th. For this occasion, brands honor the passage from the Year of the Rabbit to the Year of the Dragon.
New Balance 1906U "Lunar New Year"
Photo Credits: @newbalancesociety (Instagram)
On the Boston side, the New Balance 1906U will be the occasion to unveil a full pack in honor of the ancestral celebration. Between festivity and tradition, both pairs retain the characteristic shape and distinct silhouette of the 1906R.
However, significant innovations are introduced, including a semi-translucent ripstop upper and elegant premium leather. Other modifications include adjusted overlays and perforations on the mudguard. Finally, the NB inscription gives way to a new "Running" mention on the tongue, while the pairs opt for a "Pink" and "Cream" colorway.
The New Balance 1906U "Lunar New Year" pack is expected to arrive in early 2024 on New Balance and at other retailers.
New Balance 1906U "Lunar New Year"
Expected release in spring 2024
View on the calendarNew Balance 1906U "Lunar New Year"
Expected release in spring 2024
View on the calendarAir Jordan 1 Low OG "Year of the Dragon"
Photo Credits: @sneakerknockerzllc (Instagram)
After a gentle interpretation under the sign of the Rabbit, the Air Jordan 1 Low will once again be part of the celebrations. This year, the pair features a white leather base with green reptilian overlays, representing the dragon. On the branding side, the swoosh appears in a rich burgundy shade while the Nike Air inscription and the Wings logo sport a golden finish. A special box matching the theme accompanies the pair. The pair is expected on January 24th at a price of 160€ on SNKRS and at other retailers.
Air Jordan 1 Low OG "Year of the Dragon"
Expected release on January 24, 2024
View on the calendarNike Air Dunk Low Jumbo "Chinese New Year"
Photo Credits: Nike
In line with dragon-themed sneaker releases, this Dunk Low Disruptive 2 channels the fierce energy of the mythical creature with a striking blend of textures and colors. The pair features a palette of white, grey, red and green, shades that echo Lunar New Year celebrations and mirror the other versions. On the materials side, the pair combines a subtle mix of leather with a reptilian swoosh while each branding element pays tribute to the celebration. The pair should arrive soon at a price of 160€ on Nike and at other retailers.
Nike Air Dunk Low Jumbo "Chinese New Year"
Expected release in 2024
View on the calendarNike Dunk Low LX "Just Do It"
Photo Credits: Nike
The Swoosh brand's lowtop also subtly blends the cultural symbolism of the celebration with a contemporary style of its own. While shades of green and white bring balance to the pair, red accents appear on the branding elements, tying the design to tradition by invoking prosperity and good fortune. Finally, a lace lock completes the design, which will arrive in early 2024.
Nike Dunk Low LX "Just Do It"
Expected release in 2024
View on the calendarNike Dunk Low GS "Year of the Dragon"
Photo Credits: Nike
A second Dunk Low will celebrate Nike's "Year of the Dragon" lineup. This time, Nike doesn't forget the smaller feet and offers a second pair featuring a white leather base paired with grey leather panels. The Swoosh gets a Velcro finish, enhanced by an elegant dragon. The pair is expected to arrive during January at around 100€ on Nike and at other retailers.
Nike Dunk Low GS "Year of the Dragon"
Expected release in January 2024
View on the calendarNike Air Force 1 Low "Year of the Dragon"
Photo Credits: Nike
As every year, the Nike Air Force 1 will join the celebrations. While the pair combines a light grey with an elegant pastel pink, it features leather and suede along with a scale-like finish on the lateral swoosh. The "Just Do It" inscription on the tongue nods to Chinese New Year with the addition of a "D", cleverly linking the pair to the theme. Finally, a bead-shaped lace lock completes this special edition, which will arrive in early 2024 on Nike. The price remains unknown for now.
Nike Air Force 1 Low "Year of the Dragon"
Expected release in spring 2024
View on the calendarNike Air Force 1 Low WMNS "Year of the Dragon"
Photo Credits: Nike
The Beaverton brand continues its "Year of the Dragon" saga with another iteration of the Air Force 1 Low. Much like the previous pair, this one ditches the traditional Chinese New Year colors for a colorway suited to the spring season. This is an opportunity to discover an immaculate pair, elevated by a grey swoosh and chrome branding. The outsole, meanwhile, is refined with a translucent pink sole. Finally, a carabiner may accompany the pair, which appears to be an Asia exclusive.
Nike Air Force 1 Low WMNS "Year of the Dragon"
Expected release in 2024
View on the calendarMore pairs are still to come!
Get ready to celebrate Chinese New Year with even more pairs, as New Balance has just unveiled a New Balance Warped Runner along with two New Balance 610 specially designed to honor the tradition. On its side, the Swoosh brand has also expanded its range with a Nike Air Force 1 Mid, a Nike Pegasus 40 and a Nike KD 4 "Year of the Dragon". Finally, Asics is also expected to join the commemoration.
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