Fashion
NYC Sneaker Pick: Nike Air Force 1 Luxe in Black/Bucktan, $150 Online
Nike's Air Force 1 Luxe in Black/Bucktan pairs glossy black leather and gold accents with a chunky, boot-like lugged outsole. It's $150 on Nike's website, a dressier take on the Low for fall and winter streets.
Nike has added a Black/Bucktan/Gum Yellow/Black colorway (style DB4109-001) to the Air Force 1 Luxe, a version of the basketball classic that leans toward workmanship and a city-boot attitude. The upper is glossy black leather with gold accents, and the sole is thick, lugged rubber that nods to rugged outdoor boots.
The details reward a closer look. Stitching runs along the midsole, the toe box is perforated, a double Swoosh sits on the sides, and the tongue carries a debossed logo. The laces are round and easy to grab, the top eyelet uses durable hardware, and the padded low-cut collar keeps the profile sleek. Nike Air cushioning handles impact underfoot, while the deep tread adds traction and durability.
The shoe is $150 on Nike's website. It fits large, and Nike recommends ordering half a size down. With its black-on-gold palette and chunky sole, it's an easy fit for colder-weather outfits on New York streets, and a step up in polish for anyone who already wears Air Force 1s.
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