Air Force 1 Low "Horse Of A Different Color" Goes Full Pony Hair

More than four decades after its debut, Bruce Kilgore's Air Force 1 still holds an iconic place in sneaker culture, a silhouette that can take on almost any material or concept and still keep its own identity. Heading into Fall 2026, Nike continues to push bold experimentation with the Air Force 1 Low "Horse Of A Different Color."

Pony Hair Upper And A Campfire Orange Palette

The biggest highlight sits on the upper, wrapped in a thick pony hair texture blended across two tones of Campfire Orange and Sunset. This treatment covers nearly the entire shoe, from the panels and overlays to the Swoosh, heel, tongue, and eyestays. The material choice gives the pair a rough, tactile feel, while the familiar AF1 shape stays fully intact underneath.

Finishing Details That Let The Main Material Shine

The rest of the shoe stays understated so it doesn't compete with the upper. Laces, tongue label, lace dubraes, and heel embroidery all come in a matching orange tone. A white midsole provides the visual break the design needs, while a translucent orange outsole ties the whole fiery palette together in a seamless way.

Nike Air Force 1 Low “Horse of a Different Color”

Style CodeIR1940-800

Release DateAug 07, 2026

Retail Price$140

Part Of An Upcoming Pony Hair Lineup

The name "Horse Of A Different Color" fits the material treatment perfectly, and also works as a reminder of just how much staying power the Air Force 1 still has after all these years. This pair is also reportedly the start of a broader Pony Hair series, with three different textured variations expected to roll out throughout the year.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low "Horse Of A Different Color" is set to release on August 7 for $140, through Nike.com.