"Nike is returning to one of its most legendary design elements - the safari print. First introduced by Tinker Hatfield in 1987 on the Air Safari, the textured motif has become a lasting emblem of Nike's design innovation. Now, almost four decades later, the brand revisits that groundbreaking moment with the Nike SB Dunk Low "Cobblestone." Expected to arrive during Holiday 2025, this release not only honors Hatfield's influence but also celebrates the ongoing evolution of sneaker culture through the lens of skateboarding."
"When Hatfield designed the original Air Safari, he wasn't just creating another sneaker - he was shaping Nike 's creative DNA. Inspired by luxury car interiors and high-end furniture textures, the safari print was meant to push the boundaries of what athletic footwear could look like. Fast forward to 2025, and that same pattern continues to inspire new generations of designers and sneaker enthusiasts alike."
The Nike SB Dunk Low Cobblestone reintegrates the safari print first used by Tinker Hatfield on the 1987 Air Safari, translating the textured motif for skateboarding. Safari-print overlays cover the forefoot, eyestays, and heel in soft grey tones, paired with a rich black nubuck base for durability and subtle texture. The model combines Hatfield's heritage aesthetics with Nike SB technical refinements to deliver contemporary skate functionality while maintaining a vintage, elevated look. The release aims to bridge sneaker heritage and modern performance and is slated for Holiday 2025.
Read at stupidDOPE | Est. 2008
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]