Nike’s Angular Air Force 1 Is a Stylish Square

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersNike’s Squared Air Force 1 Is Disruptively ElegantBe there or be square. A square Air Force 1 sneaker, that is. Nike has taken its most classic sneaker, the Air Force 1 and squared out those round edges, resulting in an upgraded take on the classic AF1. Want to make a classic sneaker better? Get a little angular with it.The Air Force 1 Low SQT is a sleek, dressed-up version of one of the most iconic low sneakers ever made. Instead of that famous rounded toe, though, the AF1 SQT sneaker has a squared, dress-shoe-like toe that really classes up the joint. In bending where it would normally curve, the Air Force 1 SQT is an elegant advancement of the Air Force 1's lineage. In the spirit of innovative hybrids, this geometrically sound sneaker transcends the AF1's basketball origins, landing firmly in the business footwear sector. Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Yes, despite its current gussied-up status, the Air Force 1 was originally designed to be a high-performance basketball shoe. A lot can change in 44 years.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Across all stylistic genres, the AF1 has found cult followings that span all types of tastes and interests. This looks like Air Force 1s made for sushi lovers or collabs with the kings of hype. And now it also looks like a cubed Air Force 1 sneaker fit for a gala or corporate takedown. Maybe a little bit of both.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit HS Shopping for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendNike’s Air Jordan 1 Retro High Og Royal Makes Its Grand ReturnNike’s Oceanic Air Force 1 Sneaker Blue It in a Good WayNike’s Take on a Hiking Boot Has City Slicker Written All Over ItNike’s Dadcore Sneaker Wears Good Workwear "Jeans"Nike's Spiffy Forces Are All Squared AwayWhat To Read NextNike’s Angular Air Force 1 Is a Stylish SquareNothing Says Holidays in NYC like TommyNike’s Air Jordan 1 Retro High Og Royal Makes Its Grand ReturnHuman Made's Flagship is 2000s-Era BAPE Made ModernAll-Black Winterwear Doesn't Have To Be BoringAURALEE and Tekla Made the Most Aspirational PJs Ever, Again