Nike will welcome the 2023 Lunar New Year with a smorgasbord of themed sneakers, from colorful creations that celebrate the festival’s vibrant fireworks and traditional prints, to direct nods to the zodiac animal of the impending year, the rabbit. Last seen in 2011, the bunny graced classics like the Air Jordan 7 and the Air Force 1 in limited quantities. For 2023’s celebration of the leporids, the Swoosh has called upon the model of the moment, with the Nike Dunk Low “Year of the Rabbit” expected to headline a collection of related colorways.
Giving a direct nod to the aforementioned Air Force 1, the 2023 Nike Dunk Low “Year of the Rabbit” leans on chenille Swooshes and character tongue tags (“Rabbit” in Chinese), and both lateral heel and insole motifs identical to those seen on 2011’s regional AF-1 release. It also borrows vibrant reds and bright blues but brings in new colors and materials to the mix to make it its own release. Here you’ll find worn-look neutral suede uppers, added pops of aqua and steel blue, and a twist of lemon on the outsole; It’s then met with chunky gold 2023-branded dubraes, and matching metallic branding at the heel.
Grab a very first look at the 2023 Nike Dunk Low “Year of the Rabbit” below, courtesy of @woganwodeyang, and expect to see and learn more of the release soon.
If you can’t wait for the drop, then you can scoop up pairs now from select aftermarket sites like Flight Club and GOAT.
Update 01.01.23 Official Nike.com imagery for the Nike Dunk Low “Year of the Rabbit” (Multi-Color) has landed. A release is expected later this month.As always, keep your eyes glued to our official Twitter account for further updates.
Nike Dunk Low “Year of the Rabbit” (Multi-Color)
Release Date: January 2023
Style Code: FD4203-111
Color: N/A