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JohnnysKicks x Air Force 1 “Year of the Snake” Might Be The Hottest Chinese New Year Sneaker

Celebrate the Chinese New Year 2025 in style with this amazing Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake" custom design.

Caryn Ganess by Caryn Ganess
February 5, 2025
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Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake"

Image Credit: John Trottier

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The Chinese New Year is finally upon us. And although a huge chunk of the official sneaker releases this year may have disappointed (womp womp), custom sneaker artists John Trottier (@johnnyskicks) and Yuang Louis (@louis_yuang) have come through with an impressive Air Force 1 “Year of the Snake” design to celebrate the occasion.

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A Closer Look At The Design

The dynamic duo has packed a clean white Air Force 1 full of intricate details, including tonal snakeskin leather at the toe and a grey snake crest graphic on the toebox. Our fave element, however, is the snake cutouts underlayed with snakeskin leather, which you’ll find slithering around the hindfoot panels. It’s a distinctive detail that immediately catches attention.

Other design touches include deep crimson highlights on the laces, profile Swooshes, and heel tabs to commemorate the Lunar New Year, as well as a thorn-like motif on the quarter panels to add extra intrigue.

To complete the look, the shoe boasts an off-white midsole and outsole that allows the texture and accents on the upper to truly shine.

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How To Secure A Pair Of Air Force 1 “Year of the Snake” Sneakers

If you would like to celebrate the “Year of the Snake” with these custom Air Force 1 sneakers, you’ll need to enquire about availability and pricing by contacting Trottier or Louis directly via their Instagram profiles.

In the meantime, be sure to scroll through our site to see even more sneaker designs featuring snakeskin embellishments, including the Air Jordan 1 High “Gold Snake,” Air Jordan 1 Low “Mojave”, and the Air Jordan 6 “Red Python”. For more unique and concept sneakers, don’t forget to follow us here at Sneaker Fortress.

Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake"
Image Credit: John Trottier
Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake"
Image Credit: John Trottier
Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake"
Image Credit: John Trottier
Air Force 1 "Year of the Snake"
Image Credit: John Trottier

Would you rock these custom Air Force 1 sneakers to celebrate the “Year of the Snake”? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! 

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Caryn Ganess

Caryn Ganess is a South African writer and pop culture commentator with a razor-sharp eye for sneaker trends and a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. Originally from the windy shores of Port Elizabeth, Caryn graduated cum laude with an Honours Degree in Psychology — a background that now fuels her captivating explorations of human behavior, fashion, and fandom. Whether she’s unpacking the cultural legacy of the Nike Cortez, breaking down the enduring cool of the Air Jordan 11, or analysing the psychological depth of your favourite movie villain, Caryn blends academic insight with real-world relevance. Her writing doesn’t just cover sneakers, film, gaming, and comics — it dissects them with precision, flair, and a personal touch that resonates with readers. An accomplished contributor to Fortress of Solitude, Sneaker Fortress, 23 Jumpman Street and Lifestyle Fortress, Caryn has become known for her ability to connect the dots between psychology and pop culture. As a full-time mother, she brings an added layer of empathy and lived experience to her work, offering a refreshing perspective on the emotional power of entertainment and storytelling. From retro kicks to psychological thrillers, Caryn tells the stories behind what we wear and what we watch — one article (and one sole) at a time.

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