Resurgence of Nike SBs and Dunk Lows
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The resurgence of SBs and Dunk Lows in the kicks game wasn't too hard to see coming.
With sneakers so focused on individuality these days, the trappings of the customizable kicks that find inspiration from skateboarding keep throwing an array of impressive designs and fabrics into must-see offerings.
The original Nike Dunk, released in 1985, held some similarities to the Jordan 1 and evolved into the SB Dunk as Nike attempted to break into the skateboarding market. Let's just say it worked—the already-solid construction offered great functionally for skating, and the creative designs put forth in tons of iterations in early 2000 redefined the entire kicks subculture.
So it's no wonder many of the classics now take heavy inspiration from those evolutionary efforts. Whether it's a popular artist, team-based colors or something else entirely, the latest wave of SB Dunk Lows stands prominent against all other releases.
And these are the modern looks leading the resurgence.
Nike Dunk Low Kentucky
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Release Date: March 14, 2020
Average Resale Price: $334
This one has some special heritage going for it.
The Nike Dunk first made its debut in 1985 as part of an official Nike College Color's program. It's back again in anniversary style, with the Kentucky offering putting up a fun white/varsity royal colorway over a basic yet eye-catching design.
Staples like the "NIKE" on the back and logo on the tongue throw out a classic yet versatile look for this special occasion.
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Nike Dunk Low Syracuse
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Release Date: March 14, 2020
Average Resale Price: $359
Also originally part of the 1985 Nike College Color's program (as well as an appearance in the Be True to Your School program, just like its Kentucky counterpart), this Nike Dunk Low SP Syracuse brings a classic look to the forefront.
With a white/orange colorway, this blazing offering stands out even more than its Kentucky counterpart, yet it still manages to boast on- and off-court versatility. It offers the same features with more flare, doing its source material quite well.
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Off-White Dunk Low Michigan
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Release Date: December 20, 2019
Average Resale Price: $479
Michigan has been a mainstay of Nike's collegiate-inspired looks, so it was only a matter of time before the off-white craze joined the fray courtesy of Virgil Abloh.
And it's a winner.
Gold leather, midnight navy, zip ties and the innovative extra laces unite skate and basketball culture in a way no other shoe could.
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Off-White Dunk Low University Red
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Release Date: December 20, 2019
Average Resale Price: $548
This off-white craze meets the Dunk Low craze in an eye-catching fashion here with this University Red offering.
And it has it all. This Virgil Abloh silhouette pays homage to the original College Color program back in '85, which works in a UNLV theme.
The modern take here has a slick Wolf Grey upper that plays off the red well while looping in the familiar off-white call signs, never mind the extra lacing system and zip ties.
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Off-White Dunk Low Pine
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Release Date: December 20, 2019
Average Resale Price: $611
Here's one of the most popular looks taking inspiration from the '80s designs—and it isn't too hard to see why.
This Virgil Abloh off-white showcase is a blend of colors sneakerheads don't see often, throwing Pine Green off a vibrant orange on the extra lacing system. Interestingly, this one isn't about paying homage to a school. Instead, it's a callback to an early-2000s release.
Not that the nitty-gritty will concern kicks fans who just see a versatile, distinctive showcase here.
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Nike Dunk Low Plum
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Release Date: February 7, 2020
Average Resale Price: $245
International style is also a big part of the Dunk-Low wave.
This Plum offering takes inspiration from Japanese-exclusive releases in the early 2000s and runs with it. The plum suede upper bounces well off the wicked red Swoosh and likewise red laces in an otherwise comfortable design.
Considering this one pays homage to shoes that came as part of an "Ugly Duckling" Dunk pack, it won't be for everyone, but it's popularity isn't hard to understand.
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Nike Dunk Low Viotech
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Release Date: December 10, 2019
Average Resale Price: $185
Unlike the last one, no tradition here.
The Dunk Low Votech goes all-in on catching the eye with an array of colors, just as it did for its Japanese release back in the early 2000s (as well as a reissue about a decade later).
This one stays true, splashing the contrasting colors, dubbed Viotech, off each other in homage to one of the kicks that started the initial wave.
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Nike SB Dunk Low Raygun Tie-Dye Black
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Release Date: December 28, 2019
Average Resale Price: $244
The new wave of SB Dunk Lows doesn't have a problem punching the nostalgia button.
In fact, it's sort of a requirement. The Raygun inspiration stems from a popular 2005 release and comes in black and white variations. Black here plays off the tie-dye look behind the prominent Swoosh and the cartoon mascot.
Call it the perfect mix of traditional and new wave.
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Nike SB Dunk Low Travis Scott
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Release Date: February 29, 2020
Average Resale Price: $1,119
Travis Scott's mark isn't hard to see on this one.
Similar to his Air Force 1 release, Scott slaps a suede upper alongside flannel overlays and paisley prints. It's all embroiled in a smooth varying color scheme, including blacks, white and tan.
As if that all weren't enough, the uniqueness is only exemplified with the rope laces, logos and writing.
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Nike SB Dunk Low Safari
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Release Date: March 14, 2020
Average Resale Price: $387
The Dunk Low Safari is more distinctive than most.
One of the newest offerings in the must-see wave slaps an orange or green Swoosh on an animal-style print, pairing quite well with the Orange Cement and Grey Outdoor Green.
Hitting nostalgic strokes by paying homage to the atmos x Air Max 1, this has the looks of a tried-and-true showcase sure to stand near the top of the resurgence wave.
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