Shine While You Run in the Swarovski® x Nike Pegasus Premium "Blue Force"

Nike's Road Running lineup for the year has won over former naysayers thanks to its mix of familiar and experimental rides. The Pegasus Premium has helped lead the charge, introducing the brand's first-ever sculpted Zoom Air unit, which forms part of a three-layer cushioning setup that delivers an underfoot sensation unlike anything else on the market. Austrian institution Swarovski® is joining in on the fun, bringing its crystal-making expertise to the performance model, creating a luxurious running shoe.

Clad in a "Blue Force/Blue Void/Metallic Silver/Blue Void" color scheme, the Pegasus Premium's highlight is the lateral wall's swoosh branding. Typically done in a semi-translucent finish, the newly-surfaced pair's logo features dozens of Swarovski® crystals. Unlike on past Air Max collaborations, the light-bending decoration is isolated to a single area instead of throughout the upper.

Elsewhere, the performance-oriented build divvies up the aforementioned color palette for a presentation that deviates from the earth tones typically seen on footwear releases of the season. The pair arrives with a Swarovski-branded dust bag.

Enjoy official photos of the "Blue Force"-clad Pegasus Premium collaboration ahead. Pairs are expected to release via Nike.com in limited quantities and for at least $300.

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