Nike x Corteiz: Air Trainer Huarache "Onyx Black", the exclusive 2024 edition
Released on December 24, 2024, the Nike x Corteiz Air Trainer Huarache 'Black Pony Hair' quickly generated buzz. True to the rebellious DNA of the London brand, this unique version of the Trainer Huarache pushes the boundaries of high-end streetwear even further, combining bold textures and meticulously crafted details.
A reinvented silhouette
An unexpected choice for a collaboration, the Air Trainer Huarache had never before been revisited from this perspective. For this exclusive version, Corteiz retains the dynamic lines of the original model, but radically transforms its texture and look.
The upper is covered in black synthetic pony hair , a material rarely used by Nike , which gives the silhouette a luxurious and unique feel. This material, with its almost animalistic appearance, contrasts with the ripstop camouflage panels on the sides, a nod to the military aesthetic the brand has favored since its inception. Precise branding details are also present: the mini Swoosh embroidered on the toebox, the Corteiz star on the mudguard, and, most notably, the Alcatraz logo embossed on the left foot strap.
An ultra-targeted distribution, true to the Corteiz strategy
Launched exclusively on December 24, 2024, on the crtz.xyz website, this pair was not offered through SNKRS or traditional retailers. This strategy is consistent with Corteiz 's approach, which prefers to control each release through its own channel—often via cryptic events, surprise announcements, or geo-targeted sales.
The retail price was set at €210, and as expected, the stock sold out in minutes. Since then, the pair has remained difficult to obtain, fueling the fascination surrounding the collaboration.
A unique vision of streetwear
Since its first collaboration with Nike , Corteiz has established its signature style in the sneaker world: minimal communication, very limited releases, and a radical design aesthetic. With this "Black Pony Hair," the brand goes even further, blurring the lines between performance, luxury, and subversion.
The silhouette is not flashy, but every choice is deliberate, from minimalist branding to the use of rare materials.
The result: a pair that doesn't shout its prestige, but speaks loudly to connoisseurs.
Always hard to find, this Corteiz Air Trainer Huarache stands out as one of the most unique releases of late 2024. For lovers of rare pieces, discover on our site an exclusive selection of Nike sneakers, including several collaborations with Corteiz , available in store and online.
