The sneaker sports a bold University Blue leather upper and midsole, creating a vivid monochromatic canvas. A reflective metallic silver Swoosh, stitched on with exposed thread, introduces a sharp contrast and a technical, deconstructed look. Off‑White design signatures abound: exposed foam around the tongue and collar, Helvetica-style medial panel text, quoted branding including “AIR” on the sole, “SHOELACES” text on the laces, and a red zip-tie. A small orange tab at the end of the Swoosh adds a subtle accent nod to earlier Off‑White releases. Originally debuted at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago in mid‑2019 to coincide with Virgil Abloh's Figures of Speech exhibit, the first pairs were gifted to Serena Williams, and the rest were released via exclusive raffles. Since launch, the MCA colorway has been hailed as one of the rarest and most collectible from the Off‑White x Nike AF1 series. Skilful craftsmanship, premium materials, and eye-popping color have made it a standout favorite among collectors.
