Jennifer Ford and the Nike Air Force 1 for Hypebeast's Sole Mates: The Premium Goods founder speaks on her store's Air Force 1 collab, combining her love of jewelry and sneakers, the importance of community and more.
Sole Mates, Ortiz said he’d like to spotlight the
Nike “Air Force Juan,” a lighthearted jest centered around a pair of cowboy boot-inspired Air Force 1 customs that had been making the rounds on social media. Though he’s a free-spirited individual who’s quick with a laugh and a grin, Ortiz has a deep sneaker pedigree and a rich background in New York street culture. He was the first-ever employee of Zoo York, and later opened Dave’s Quality Meat, the original “concept shop” that teamed with Nike Sportswear to produce the legendary Air Max 90 “Bacon” in 2004.
Besides his sneaker and streetwear resume, Ortiz is an avid