Nike Book 1

The Nike Book 1 is the first installment in Devin Booker’s signature line with Nike. Taking on elements of the Air Force 1, the Blazer and the Air Jordan 1, Booker’s first signature silhouette embarks on a “Future Classic” design ethos.

Meant to transcend the hardwood into lifestyle wear, the Book 1 maintains a court-ready construction fueled by a stacked, Cushlon 2.0 foam midsole and a top-loaded Zoom Air unit in the heel with added TPU walls for stability. On the upper, workwear-inspired canvas pairs with twill, leather and suede for a plush yet reinforced feel.

The Nike Book 1 first appeared via exclusive sample imagery and was later confirmed by Booker through a series of 90s-inspired grainy videos shot on a Sony Hi8 Camcorder. Each video showcased Booker wear testing the model and providing a first look at the bright orange “Chapter 1” colorway to his closest friends and idols such as J. Cole and Chris Gibbs of Union.

On the night of September 7th, Booker and Grammy-award-winning artist Drake enacted a carefully crafted official reveal as the Certified Lover Boy took the stage for his summer tour in Phoenix, Arizona sporting the “Chapter 1” colorway.

The Nike Book 1 at last made their official debut in their “Mirage” edition on Nike Wmns Air Max Terrascape 90 Venice Summit White Wome, followed shortly after by a “Mirage 2.0” drop on the 29th. Two snakeskin colorways have emerged since, and though release dates haven’t been confirmed, the Book 1 is set to be a true focus of Nike as the year plays out.

Price: $150

Designer: Ben Nethongkome