Each year, the Netherlands observes the national holiday of Koningsdag, or King’s Day, on the birthday of the reigning king or queen (the holiday is called Koninginnedag when a queen ascends to the throne). The occasion is marked by a nationwide vrijmarkt ( or “free market”), at which the Dutch sell their used items. Additionally, it sets the stage for oranjegekte (“orange madness,) described as a frenzy during which locals wear the national color of orange. The holiday is currently celebrated on April 27, the birthday of King Willem-Alexander.
For King’s Day 2024, Nike is releasing a special colorway of the Air Max 1. This version of the retro runner is delivered in a palette of brown and bright orange, the latter geared toward oranjegekte festivities. The shoe features a build of premium leather and mesh, along with a heel wrapped in canvas and woodgrain-printed textile. Other unique details include velcro tongue tags and leather-lined interiors.
Expect the “King’s Day” Nike Air Max 1 to be released later this spring.
Nike Air Max 1 KD (“King’s Day”)
Release Date: Spring 2024
Color: Cacao Wow/Bright Mandarin-Amber Brown-Monarch-Earth
Style #: HF7346-200