The next artist to contribute to the Nike 1World Air Force 1 project is none other than Feride Uslu, a high profiled make-up artist that was born & raised in Berlin, Germany. Feride Uslu is known for working with companies such as GQ and Vogue where she using high-tech cosmetic airbrushes and high quality nail polishes on various models. Aside from her cosmetic duties she also owns & operates an airline which goes by the name Uslu Airlines.

The Feride Uslu x Air Force 1 (One) incorporates a unique theme inspired by the Uslu Airlines.  The sneaker is covered in premium grey leather, and features an inner lining made of the same sheep materials used in airplane pilot seats. The tongue tags and tongue are neon green/yellow to  represent the signal colors of the aviation towers, and the security vests of airport employees. The laces are white/pink to represent the cords of a parachute and the velcro strap that’s label with ” Feride Uslu”  resembles the seat belts in airplanes.  To top it all off the Nike swoosh is made of 3M material.

The “Uslu Airlines” Nike 1World Air Force 1 (One) will release at Wood Wood Berlin during a special event on April 3rd and afterwards the sneaker will be available at Tier Zero accounts around the globe from April 11th.

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The limited edition Maharam x Nike 1World Air Force 1 was originally created to commemorate the  25th Anniversary of the Nike Air Force One. The sneaker showcases a “Layered” design of  grey, red, and blue toned wool fabrics with contrasting orange stitching, which was all designed by Hella Jongerius.

The Hella Jongerius for Maharam x Nike Air Force 1 will officially launch at an invitation only event at Moss on April 1st,  but you can pre-order them now at Moss. Retail $250.

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