Published on April 8th, 2024 – Updated on April 10th, 2024 and April 16th, 2024
Amidst the rising Web3 movement in 2022, Nike unveiled its virtual hub, dotSWOOSH, aimed at engaging future-thinking collectors with intangible products. While considerable focus has been on virtual offerings, Nike is set to launch its second-ever tangible product on April 18th: the Air Force 1.
Named the Air Force 1 “404 Error,” this forthcoming sneaker pays homage to the common error pages encountered by internet users. Featuring primitive font detailing on the heel, Nike humorously adds the moniker, with the phrase “The requested upper is not found. Try again.” printed below. Customized insoles and tongue labels add further unique touches.
The upper of the Air Force 1 “404 Error” is constructed from a seamless, vibrant blue patent leather—a design choice reminiscent of the all-patent Air Force 1 Supreme from 2006. This detail is sure to capture the attention of seasoned AF1 collectors.
To avoid encountering a real-life 404 Error during the launch, registration as a .SWOOSH member by April 18th is imperative. Members will gain SNKRS Exclusive Access to the shoes, with notifications sent via email and push notifications upon availability for purchase on April 23rd.
In other Air Force 1 updates, explore the complete Cactus Plant Air Force 1 set revealed by Lil Yachty, or prepare for the release of the Air Force 1 Wallet.
Update: April 10th, 2024: Official images of the Nike Air Force 1 “404 Error” have been released. To secure a pair, interested individuals must be registered .SWOOSH members by April 18th. Members will receive SNKRS Exclusive Access to purchase the shoes on April 23rd.
Update: April 16th, 2024: A second iteration of the Nike Air Force 1 “404 Error,” known as the 404 Error 2.0, has emerged. Limited to 404 individually numbered pairs, this version features an outer material resembling lenticular material, contrasting with the blue patent leather of the standard 404 Error pair.
