The Air Force 1 has a number of Kobe Bryant-inspired projects on the way from Nike this year. This week, a new pair has surfaced, decking out the model entirely in “Court Purple” and featuring a snakeskin pattern across the upper.
The Nike Air Force 1 has been synonymous with Kobe Bryant since the early 2000s, during the Mamba’s sneaker free agency period after leaving adidas. During the 2002-2003 season, Kobe wore custom pairs of the Air Force 1 Mid, dressed in Lakers colors. These styles were kept as player exclusives for over two decades, until Nike finally released the to the public in 2024, honoring his legacy in the shoe. Now, a new wave of Kobe-inspired AF1s have surfaced for 2025, now including a “Court Purple” edition.
The last pair of the Kobe AF1 we saw came as a teaser from Vanessa Bryant. The upcoming “Soft Yellow” style will mark the Air Force’s first Protro release, and is expected to release this Summer. this week, another KB-branded pair has surfaced, covered entirely in a regal “Court Purple” shade. This look features an upper with a snakeskin leather texture added, though it is difficult to make out what textile is actually used in the construction. The heel counters feature his original number, 8, while a dubrae on the left shoe’s toe has the word ‘Forever’ pressed into it.
KOBE BRYANT X NIKE AIR FORCE 1 “COURT PURPLE” RELEASE INFORMATION
Nike’s next edition of the Kobe Bryant Air Force 1 Low will make its debut sometime in Fall 2025, though there is no set date yet. Cast in a tonal “Court Purple” color across a snakeskin-printed upper, this special-edition version will be available from both Nike and select retailers for $130.
Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Court Purple”
Color: Court Purple/Court Purple
Style Code: IB0018-500
Release Date: Fall 2025
Price: $130
Check out the early images below, and stay tuned to JustFreshKicks on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for more of the latest sneaker news, release dates, and restock alerts.
