Patrick Johnson 
Penny Hardaway‘s signature models were some of the most iconic basketball offerings during the late-90s, but one silhouette that’s been missing from the Penny retro slate is the Nike Air Penny 4. We’ll get plenty of Foamposite offerings throughout 2017 given the shoe will be celebrating its 20th anniversary, but today we get a look at two new lifestyle builds on Penny’s last signature sneaker featuring a bolstered suede and tumbled leather combination perfect for the colder months ahead.
The Nike Penny 4 benefits from a mid-top construction complete with a protective ankle strap that offers lockdown support. The unique midsole dons visible air on the heel which stands out thanks to a combination of Wolf Grey and depending on who you ask, either a Copper shade in honor of that infamous Foamposite release or the trendy Vachetta Tan shade seen in most Nike Sportswear releases on the leather piping. It’s not the immediate colorway that would come to mind for this Penny retro, but copper accents on the shroud-like lace overlay and ankle strap add a luxurious touch.
A Chicago-esque White/Black-Red offering will also be available featuring an icy outsole, red visible air, and a predominantly white tumbled leather upper offset by black suede on the ankle strap and mudguard. Check out both upcoming Nike Penny 4 colorways below and we’ll keep you updated on a release date in the near future right here on Sneaker News.
Source: US11
