NINE MUST-HAVE STYLES THATEVERYONE WANTS TO UNWRAPDURING DECEMBER HOLIDAYS

What’s more exciting than spotting a gift-wrapped sneaker box placed underneath the Christmas tree? The rectangular shape is discernible for any sneakerhead; the thinly veiled paper and the rectangular bulge of the upper lid is a clear giveaway. It sparks an immense amount of joy that refuses to cease until the final unboxing. As the paper is ripped away and the lid is cast open, the appearance of a Nike Swoosh or Jumpman logo will immediately send the room into a frenzy; it’s a moment that went viral long before social media.
 
Every holiday season, Nike is the cause of an overwhelming number of ear-to-ear smiles, euphoric screams, and tight-gripped hugs. Sought-after silhouettes and wish-list models are gifted straight from the Beaverton brand to homes across the world. Dunks and Jordans galore, Nike Inc. holds all the cards for retro enthusiasts looking to mirror the landscape’s ever-changing trends, while others are already looking towards their New Year’s resolutions to get fit.
 
In preparation for that unrivaled feeling on Christmas Day, we’ve highlighted our favorite Nike silhouettes that everyone hopes are underneath their tree next month. Shop our hand-selected options below or browse around to find the perfect gift for you or your friends and family.
 
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Simply put, Nike is the sneaker culture. There’s an emphasis on the 1980s decade, because it was that era that birthed some of the most wanted shoes on the market today. We gotta start with the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG, whose “Royal Reimagined” make-up is easily a future classic, so you better snatch them up now. The Dunk is right up there too, with the “Rose Whisper” being an easy addition to any growing rotation. We can’t talk about the 80’s without nodding to Air Max, and luckily the Air Max 1 — the first Nike shoe with visible Air — is up for grabs in a variety of styles. Find a sneakerhead that doesn’t have any one of these three on their gift wish-list. We’ll wait.

Everyone’s got someone on their shopping list already stressing about holiday weight. But it never hurts to look forward to gym routines and meal-planning in the new year, so why not bless the determined with some fresh gear to follow along their fitness journey? Nike’s the go-to when it comes to proper equipment on the health and wellness front, starting with the latest 40th model of the iconic Pegasus running shoe franchise. There’s no better than the shoe worthy of the King in the LeBron 21, if you’ve got a hooper in mind. And for that niece or nephew that’s been bugging you about skate shoes, Leo Baker’s signature model is one of 2023’s best new sneakers, period.

With the Swoosh making significant movement in women’s fashion trends, Nike footwear is one gift idea that will see no opposition from that special someone in your life. Starting off: the V2K Run is a women’s exclusive model inspired by the 2000s-era tech runner trend that looks to repeat its success in 2024. For that throwback aesthetic with just enough modern touches, the Gamma Force has stepped up in a variety of stylish colorways. And finally, the Calm Slide is that easy on/off option for going A to B with ease.