Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 Low University Gold DD1876-700

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Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 Low “University Gold” – DD1876-700

The Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 Low “University Gold” is a monochromatic statement piece from Virgil Abloh’s ongoing partnership with Nike. Released in July 2021 to coincide with the opening of Abloh’s “Figures of Speech” exhibit at Boston’s Institute of Contemporary Art, this edition drenches the Air Force 1 in a bold University Gold leather finish, broken only by a metallic silver Swoosh and Abloh’s signature deconstructed details .

Key Features

• Silhouette: Nike Air Force 1 Low (Bruce Kilgore’s original 1982 design)

• Collaboration: Off-White x Nike

• Colorway: University Gold / Black / Metallic Silver 

• Upper: University Gold leather across the perforated toe, mid-panel, collar, and heel; metallic silver Swoosh outlined with contrast zigzag stitching 

• Signature Details: Nylon tongue tag repositioned to the side for a DIY aesthetic; exposed foam lining; Helvetica “Air” text printed on the lateral midsole 

• Zip Tie: Yellow plastic zip tie matching the tonal upper 

• Cushioning: Nike Air cushioning in the midsole

• Fit: Men’s sizing; Off-White x Nike models typically run small

• Style Code: DD1876-700

• Release Date: July 2021 (ICA Boston exclusive/regional) 

Size Note: Multiple sources indicate Off-White x Nike sneakers tend to run small. For wider feet or those who prefer a roomier fit, going up half a size is recommended.

Why the Air Force 1 Low “University Gold”

The “University Gold” arrived as the fourth Off-White x Air Force 1 colorway, following the original white “The Ten” release, the black MoMA exclusive, and the black ComplexCon pair. Each of these releases was tied to a specific event or institution, and the “University Gold” was no exception—it was created for the ICA Boston exhibit and initially released regionally before a wider SNKRS draw later in 2021 .

What sets this edition apart is its near-monochromatic execution. The University Gold leather covers almost every panel, turning the Air Force 1 into a bold, unified canvas. The metallic silver Swoosh and contrast stitching provide the only real structural break, while the yellow zip tie and repositioned tongue tag carry Abloh’s signature industrial language without disrupting the tonal harmony . The result is a sneaker that feels both festive and wearable—a statement piece that still reads as an Air Force 1 at its core.

For collectors, the DD1876-700 represents a specific moment in Abloh’s Nike timeline, released during a period when his collaborations were becoming increasingly institutional and narrative-driven. For wearers, it’s an Air Force 1 that commands attention without relying on multiple colors or excessive branding.