Nike Releasing Gundam Inspired SB Dunk High Sneakers

There are two pairs of these Dunks coming, each of them based on the RX-0 Unicorn. They’ve got a Unicorn logo at the base, mech-style detailing across the toebox, and a large swoosh that has the same touches as the Unicorn’s “fins”. Those swoosh marks are also attached with velcro, so can be torn off and/or realigned.

Here’s Nike’s summary of the shoes:

In the late 1970s, Gundam re-defined anime culture and launched the Tokyo, Japan-based brand’s futuristic vision across the globe. Defined by a synergy between compelling storytelling and expert design, Gundam’s work with animation and toy design shaped collector culture for decades and continues to inspire and innovate.

The “Gundam” SB Dunk High is a testament to imagination and work ethic, and brings DIY inspiration and science-fiction fashion to an iconic line of eccentric SB Dunks. With a removable Swoosh—each stylised to dramatically alter the silhouette, depending on if you want to go bright or tactically clean—this sneaker is ready to suit up and go mobile. The “Gundam” Dunk honours tradition and the synergy between Nike SB and Gundam collector culture—from the toe box detailing, flashes of colour and the accompanying decal sheet that’s recognisably real robotic.

Inspired by one of the most famous toys in Japan, the Unicorn Gundam, the upcoming Nike SB x Bandai Gundam Dunk Highs features interchangeable Swoosh decals — an homage to the customizable nature of the toy models and stickers one puts on a skateboard. Two colorways — one white and yellow, the other navy and gold — reference the modes of Gundam from the original series storyline, while an armor-like toe box and Gundam Unicorn insignia at the heel complete the detail-packed sneakers.