The Nike Air Bakin High Leads SNKRS Verified Episode 5

Nike has opened the doors on another group of upcoming releases through SNKRS Verified Episode 5, offering official looks at several new and returning styles across lifestyle, women’s footwear, and retro basketball.

Leading the episode is the return of the Nike Air Bakin "Varsity Red," shown in its familiar red, black, and yellow color scheme. Originally connected to the late-1990s basketball scene, the bold silhouette returns with its sculpted upper, visible heel Air cushioning, white Swooshes, and bright yellow laces intact.

Nike also showacsed two new women’s designs under the First Sight name. The black First Sight Noir draws from track footwear, placing an angular midsole inspired by starting blocks beneath a streamlined upper. A circular opening through the heel serves as another reference to Nike’s track-spike history.

The red First Sight Mirage moves in a different direction, blending details from football boots and Oxford dress shoes. Its upper takes inspiration from the wear, scuffs, and abrasions left behind during 90 minutes of play, while the exaggerated translucent sole creates a more experimental finish.

Episode 5 also provided a closer look at two upcoming Nike Air Force 1 Low '01 colorways. Arriving in black-and-white and green-and-white finishes, both pairs feature cracked patent leather and a lower-profile construction modeled after the streamlined shape associated with early-2000s releases.

Release dates and pricing for the featured styles have not yet been confirmed. Expect further details from Nike as each pair moves closer to launch.

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