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Since “The Ten” took the sneaker world by storm in 2017, Virgil Abloh has been the “it” collaborator in the space. His impressive run even managed to take some of the wind out of the sails of his close friend and mentor Kanye West’s Yeezy line with Adidas. Almost two years later, close to 40 different Off-White x Nike sneakers have hit the market with each one selling out just like the former did.
The high demand and limited supply means that if you score a pair on release day, you are one of the luckiest people on the planet (or have a reliable plug). If you are not lucky enough to score a pair at retail on release day, be ready to shell out some serious dough. Some people have no problem spending $3,000 on a “Chicago” Off-White x Air Jordan 1. If you can afford to do so, that’s great. But the fact of the matter is, not everyone has the luxury to do so.
Luckily for everyone else clamoring for one of Abloh’s creations with the Swoosh, some pairs haven’t soared as high on the resell market. Nothing compares to the original “The Ten” lineup, but there are still some solid options to choose from on the lower end if you are shopping on a budget.
Here are the 10 most affordable Off-White x Nike sneakers available right now.
Off-White x Nike Air Max 90 'Black'
Average Resell Price: $558
One of the more recent releases on the list is the black colorway of the Air Max 90. There’s nothing super crazy about these. Its “Desert Ore” counterpart that released alongside it is the one you want between the two, but the wearability of a black and white Air Max still makes this a solid option for the price.
Off-White x Nike Blazer Mid 'Grim Reeper'
Average Resell Price: $544
Like the Air Max 90, this black and white Blazer Mid from Abloh was overshadowed by the more unique color scheme of its “Hallow’s Eve” counterpart. The gigantic Swoosh on the Abloh redesign of the ‘70s high-top is definitely a great detail, and the color palette goes with pretty much anything. It's a solid contender if you’re looking for some Off-White x Nikes on a stricter budget.
Off-White x Nike Air Max 90 'Desert Ore'
Average Resell Price: $537
For what it’s worth, this is my favorite pair on the list. The unconventional color choices make this one stand out. Swap out the stock laces for one of the colorful sets of extra laces to really set this pair off.
Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 Low 'Volt'
Average Resell Price: $481
The "Volt" Air Force 1 is probably the loudest pair that Abloh has created thus far. The all-volt upper make it a harder one to pull off, but if you are a fan of bright shoes than this is the pair for you.
Off-White x Nike Zoom Fly Mercurial 'Black'
Average Resell Price: $354
Released to coincide with the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, this is one of the rare releases from the Off-White x Nike lineage that didn’t garner an overwhelmingly positive response. If you’re a soccer fan, these might be grails. Otherwise, the Mercurial might not be a top choice. Still, the price might warrant a purchase for some.
Off-White x Nike Zoom Fly 'Black'
Average Resell Price: $335
Like its predecessor from the original “The Ten” collection, the black colorway of the Zoom Fly was also slept on in comparison to its counterparts. The good news is, it makes it easier to get your hands on because its resell value didn’t skyrocket like most other Abloh collaborations.
Off-White x Converse Chuck 70
Average Resell Price: $326
The translucent Chuck 70 crafted by Abloh goes for an insane mark up on the resell market. This white canvas version, not so much. This is certainly one of the more toned-down Abloh collabs, but still provides its fair share of signature details like a large branding stamp on the medial side panel and diagonal black stripes wrapping the midsole.
Off-White x Nike Zoom Fly 'Tulip Pink'
Average Resell Price: $285
If you like Abloh’s interpretation of the Zoom Fly and don’t mind every single person you walk by staring at your feet, keep a little more money in your bank account and grab the ‘Tulip Pink’ colorway instead.
Off-White x Nike Zoom Fly Mercurial 'Total Orange'
Average Resell Price: $263
Roughly $100 cheaper than its counterpart, the “Total Orange” Mercurial is another affordable pair to grab on the resell market if you desperately need to own a pair of Off-White x Nikes.
Off-White x Nike Zoom Terra Kiger 5
Average Resell Price: $227
The most recent Off-White x Nike release is also the most affordable. The “Electric Green” colorway of the Zoom Terra Kiger 5 will only run you around $227, roughly $40 over retail, which is a steal by Abloh’s standards. The other two options hover around the same price point, so you have three colorways to choose from. The track-spiked outsole might not be everyone’s style, but for the price it might be worth seeing if you can pull it off. You might be surprised.