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Nike Air Max 1 Ultra City Collection

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They say people never get their flowers while they can still smell them, but Nike is out to shift that paradigm with the City Collection. This time, the Nike Air Max Ultra is the recipient of the ongoing theme and each colorway brings a different bouquet.

Six colorways are included and each one represents a major metropolis that is known for being fashion forward. New York and Paris get roses, Paris and Milan get lilies and both Tokyo and Shanghai get cherry and plum blossoms. The vibrant floral pattern covers the whole upper and accentuates the character of the city it portrays.

The full collection is expected to hit Nike.com on April 11. Ahead of that, the brand will offer a global release on March 8 for International Women’s Day.

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