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Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

PRESTO! PT. II

INSIDE THE VAULT

Originally introduced as 'a t-shirt for your feet,' the Air Presto took the world by storm in the early 2000s. The silhouette's debut consisted of 12 different iterations, each applying a character and personality to a corresponding colorway. The colorways came to life thanks to print ads and a series of TV spots that further established the unique personalities of Presto.

The ads also provided a glimpse into the future of sneaker culture, making the Air Presto one of the first styles introduced with a “nickname” that helped bring it to life. In addition, the Air Presto helped establish a minimal design language that is still strong in both performance and lifestyle footwear today.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

JACK MACKEREL

Something seems fishy. The “Jack Mackerel” Air Presto.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

TROUBLE AT HOME

Keep away from doors and windows, and stay off the porch! The “Trouble at Home” Air Presto.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

ORANGE MONK

Orange tones for tradition. The “Orange Monk” Air Presto.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

BILL

Bowerman Knows. The “Bill” Air Presto.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

ROGUE KIELBASA

Polish cuisine inspires the “Rogue Kielbasa” Air Presto.

Inside the Vault: Nike Air Presto, PT. 2

AIR PRESTO

UNHOLY CUMULUS

Clouds, clouds everywhere. The “Unholy Cumulus” Air Presto.