December is shaping up to be a sneakerhead's dream! Nike is dropping a treasure trove of potential gifts this holiday season, promising a mix of fresh collaborations, iconic re-releases, and festive colorways. Get ready to update your wish list because there's something for everyone. Let's dive into the best Nike sneakers releasing this December.
First up, we have the Nike Air Force 1 Low “New Jersey”, launching on December 1st for $125. This shoe is a tribute to the Garden State, featuring woven leather, suede, and gold-tone hardware, including a special “New Jersey” lace dubrae.
Then, on December 3rd, the Nike Kobe 9 Elite Protro “Perspective” drops for $220. This colorway, inspired by Picasso’s Blue Period, was originally seen on the high-top in 2014 and is part of Kobe Bryant’s “Muse” series.
Next, the highly anticipated “Stranger Things” x Nike Air Max 1 arrives on December 4th for $180. This collaboration flips the branding, invoking the “Upside Down” from the popular series.
Also on December 4th, the Nike Ja 3 “Snowed In” will be available for $140. This is part of Nike Basketball’s annual Christmas collection, featuring a snowy white base and neon gradient.
On December 5th, the Nike Air Diamond Turf “Cowboys” will be available for $155. This is Deion Sanders’ first signature sneaker, taking on the colors of the Dallas Cowboys, celebrating his time with the team. Also on December 5th, Swarovski crystals will adorn two new Nike running models, the Pegasus Premium and Vomero Plus, priced at $310 and $230 respectively.
December 6th brings two exciting releases: the Nardwaur x Nike SB Dunk Low for $140, which mimics the hip-hop journalist's signature tam o’ shanter, and the LAAMS x Nike Air Force 1 Low, a limited-edition collaboration with a New York City concept store, with the price TBD and only 2,000 pairs available.
On December 12th, the Nike Air Griffey Max 1 “Freshwater” returns for $180, featuring Ken Griffey Jr.’s first signature sneaker in its original colorway.
On December 16th, the Nike Book 1 “What The” will be released for $170. This is a mismatched, multiprint version of Devin Booker’s first signature sneaker.
December 19th brings back the Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Pine Green” for $240, a colorway that first debuted in 2011.
On December 20th, the Nike GT Future “Metallic Silver” gets its wide release for $200.
Finally, on December 24th, the Nike Kobe 3 Protro “Christmas” will be available for $210. This is a Protro version of Kobe Bryant’s Christmas sneaker from 2007.
But here's where it gets interesting... The re-release of classic models and the continuation of signature lines shows Nike's commitment to both honoring its history and pushing forward with innovation. And this is the part most people miss... The variety of collaborations and colorways suggests that Nike is trying to cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences.
What do you think? Are you excited about any of these releases? Which ones are you hoping to snag? Let us know in the comments below! Do you think Nike is doing a good job of balancing nostalgia with new designs? We're eager to hear your thoughts!
