In addition to putting its touch on the retro Nike Air Penny 1 (article available HERE), the « Whitaker Group » conglomerate’s SOCIAL STATUS store also seems to have plans to revisit the Air Penny 2.
Created for the iconic Penny Hardaway, this signature model is one of the craziest designs of the mid-90s.
The Charlotte shop is offering this bball in 2 eye-catching colorways : Black/White/University Blue, most likely referring to the Orlando Magic, and University Blue/Beige/White.
The shoe features a suede upper with wavy cut overlays and reflective 3M finishes. The Social Status and Nike logos appear combined at the ankle and are also reflective. This co-branding replaces the usual « 1 cent » used on the signature Penny models. The look is completed by the iconic white midsole that runs up the middle of the quarter panel and the University Blue colored technical insoles.
The pair comes with 4 sets of laces, a hangtag and a special box that mimics the packaging of the Lil Penny figure. This last one appeared in the commercial of the 90’s dedicated to the Air Penny line. This articulated figure is adorned with the voice of the famous comedian Chris Rock.
The Social Status x Nike Air Penny 2 should be released in the coming months, in stores and online at socialstatuspgh.com and nike.com. More info to come, stay tuned !
