Nike x Skepta Welcome to the Metamorphosis
For this Sk Air edition, Skepta drew inspiration from the natural world. The butterfly and its metamorphosis anchor the collection, representing the concept of creative rebirth.
Skepta has left an indelible mark on music in London and beyond with his game-changing flow and expansive creative universe—but he’s also had a profound impact on footwear by applying his aesthetic to a handful of iconic Air Max designs.His latest collaboration reimagines another treasured style from a golden age in sneaker history: The Air Max Tailwind 5.
Anchored by the concept of creative rebirth—represented by the butterfly and its metamorphosis—Skepta’s take on the design utilizes a print depicting sublimated butterfly wings surrounded by supporting, structural black webbing.
The shoe pulls bold accents of chrome from the Sk Shox whilst subtle iridescence around the heel nods to the thermographic cover art from Skepta’s 2019 album, Ignorance Is Bliss.