Summary
- Palace Skateboards and Nike launch three Air Max DN8 colorways with Dynamic Air cushioning and lightning bolt design elements
- The collection includes football jerseys representing global Palace store locations and winter apparel with fleece jackets and fur accessories
- Releases begin December 12 through Palace channels and December 17 on Nike SNKRS
Palace Skateboards and Nike released their Air Max DN8 collaboration, marking another entry in their ongoing partnership. The collection centers on three sneaker colorways that blend performance technology with skate aesthetics.
The DN8 design references the Air Max Plus "Eclair Lightning" from 2000. Each colorway starts with a hot orange foundation. Black, grey, and white details create contrast across the upper. Lightning bolt patterns run through the design, paired with thermoplastic polyurethane caging that mirrors the "finger" structure from the original Air Max Plus.
The sneakers feature Dynamic Air technology with two dual-pressure Air units and eight tubes. This system adjusts cushioning based on movement and pressure. The setup aims to deliver comfort during wear while maintaining structural support.
The collection extends beyond footwear. Football-style jerseys accompany the sneakers, each representing neighborhoods where Palace operates stores. Apgujeong in Seoul, Fukuoka, Soho in London, and New York appear among the locations featured on the jerseys. The designs connect Palace's global presence to the collection's theme.
Palace commissioned director Eamonn Freel to shoot a campaign film for the launch. The video features skater Ville Wester and Rocky the Dog alongside Tesla coils generating 100,000 volts of electricity. Trained professionals handled the electrical equipment during filming. The campaign emphasizes the collection's energy-focused visual direction.
The release coincides with Palace's third Winter Holiday seasonal drop. This apparel selection includes practical cold-weather options. Sherpa faux suede trooper hats and fur versions provide head coverage. Fur trucker caps feature claw mark graphics. Heavy thermal fleece jackets offer insulation for winter conditions.
Polartec fleece overshirts arrive in three color options: camo, saffron, and black. Mesh jerseys add a sportswear element to the collection. The winter pieces complement the sneaker collaboration while serving Palace's regular seasonal release schedule.
Palace stores and online channels begin sales December 12. Dover Street Market locations in the UK open at 11 a.m. BST. European online sales start at noon. US online sales launch at 11 a.m. ET and 8 a.m. PT, with New York and Los Angeles stores opening at 11 a.m. local time.
Japan and Seoul locations start sales December 13 at 11 a.m. local time, both in-store and online. Palace WeChat in China follows the same December 13 timing at 11 a.m.
Nike SNKRS handles the sneaker release separately on December 17. This staggered approach gives Palace's direct channels priority before wider Nike distribution begins.
The Air Max DN8 collaboration adds to the history between Palace and Nike. The partnership continues to produce limited releases that merge Nike's technical footwear development with Palace's skate culture positioning. Each drop follows a similar pattern: sneakers paired with complementary apparel, timed releases across global markets, and visual campaigns that support the product themes.
This collection maintains the format while introducing the DN8 silhouette to the collaboration roster. The lightning theme provides visual continuity across all pieces, from the sneaker patterns to the campaign's electrical imagery.
Pricing details were not disclosed in the announcement. Availability will depend on stock levels across Palace's network of stores and online platforms. Nike SNKRS typically handles its own inventory allocation for collaborative releases.
Kristin Kaye
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