Our verdict
An iconic silhouette like the Nike Air Force 1, the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 LV8 1 has remained consistent with its design philosophy of combining comfort and durability. This high-top shoe with straps in the collar continues to mesmerize its fans with a unique color-blocking and sleek look that garners a few compliments from peers.
Pros
- Classic design and style
- Clean and well-constructed
- Great in good weather
- Outstanding durability
- Contrasting and striking look
Cons
- Leather creases
Who should buy the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 LV8 1
This classic-inspired Nike Air Force 1 High 07 LV8 1 could be a great match for you if:
- You are looking for a sneaker that has an adjustable ankle strap with hook-and-loop closure sits above traditional laces for a snug fit.
- You want a shoe that has a padded high-cut collar that provides a secure fit and comfort around the ankle.
Style of the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 LV8 1
Styling the men’s Nike Air Force 1 High LV8 1 sneakers are quite easy as wearing them with jeans and a shirt. But if you want more streetwear credibility, better pair them with relaxed-fitting trousers or pants or straight-cut jeans, a relaxed tee, and jacket or hoodie.
Donning shorts while wearing this particular model can also create a more pronounced and appealing look keeping the focus on the kicks. The unique color-blocking of the shoe remains to be the reason behind the aesthetic appeal of this shoe.
Notable Features
The Nike Air Force 1 High '07 LV8 1 incorporates the same basketball-inspired performance features and Velcro ankle strap inspired by the 1980s while adding fresh design details for a sleeker look. It also retained the encapsulated Nike Air unit that provides lightweight cushioning.
The all-leather Nike Air Force 1 shoe was also given a bold color-blocking in the leather overlays, makingg them more visually striking and eye-catching compared to the usual monochromatic and plain colorways of past iterations.
The Swoosh logo was also emphasized in the design with contrasting colors, keeping the continuation of interest to the more than 30-year-old bestselling model.
History of the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 LV8 1
The popular Nike Air Force 1 is one of the most iconic and bestselling shoes from the Swoosh brand. It features Nike’s Air technology that has been used in many shoes fitting for basketball footwear, running shoes and casual sneakers. Introduced by space engineer Frank Rudy to Phil Knight in 1977, Nike Air technology uses pressurized air enclosed in an air unit in the midsole providing cushioning and a lightweight feel to the shoe.
The Nike Air Force 1 soon came thereafter in 1982 whose name came from the US presidential plane. Veteran designer Bruce Kilgore designed the shoe which is the first footwear model to feature the Nike Air technology embedded in the sole. The shoe is a basketball kick that signed several NBA players, including Bobby Jones, Moses Malone, Michael Cooper, Jamaal Wilkes, Calvin Natt, and Mychal Thompson during the official launch of the trailblazing basketball kick.
The Nike Air Force 1 High LV8 1 casual shoe has a high-top construction and a Velcro ankle strap that secures the foot and keeps it in lockdown. The shoe also has a highly elevated sole as the LV8 name implies. The high top Nike Air Force 1 High LV8 1 sneaker also has a unique and bold color-blocking that differs from the core model but incorporates the same hoops-inspired performance features of the 1982 original design while adding a fresher look to the silhouette.
