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Nike Dunk Hi “Australia” (12M) *Pre-Loved*
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The Nike Dunk High Retro "Australia" (Style Code: DD1399-300) is The Nike Dunk High Retro "Australia" (Style Code: DD1399-300) is a prominent 2022 lifestyle release that highlights a clean, distinct two-tone color blocking pattern inspired by the traditional national colors of Australia.
The Nike Dunk High has transitioned from a performance basketball sneaker to an iconic streetwear staple over a 40-year history.
1. The Birth and Basketball Roots (1985)
- Nike Dunk: The Designer: The Nike Dunk was sketched by Peter Moore, the legendary designer who also created the Air Jordan 1.
- College Color High: The Original Name: It was initially named the "College Color High" because it was built specifically for NCAA division-one college basketball teams.
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The Be True to Your School Pack: Launched in 1985, Nike signed exclusive deals with major college programs (including Kentucky, Michigan, Syracuse, and UNLV). The Dunk allowed players and fans to wear matching school-specific color blockings.
2. The Skateboarding Shift (Late 1990s–2000s)
- Dunk: Natural Transition: In the 1990s, skateboarders adopted the Dunk. Its flat rubber sole, high-ankle support, and leather durability made it excellent for skating.
- Dunk: Nike SB (2002): Nike capitalized on this trend by forming its skateboarding division, Nike SB. They modified the Dunk with a padded tongue and Zoom Air cushioning, turning it into a holy grail for sneaker collectors through hyper-limited, artistic collaborations (like the Pigeon, Supreme, and Heineken Dunks).
3. The Modern Lifestyle Revival (2020s)
- Mainstream Dominance: Around 2020, Nike shifted the Dunk back into massive global production. They focused on retro releases of both original 1985 college colorways and brand-new geographic/lifestyle color blocks.
- The "Australia" High (2022): The Style Code: DD1399-300 you asked about fits perfectly into this era. Rather than honoring an American college team, it serves as a geographic nod to Australia, utilizing the country's official national colors of green and gold (commonly worn by Australian international sports teams like the Socceroos and the Wallabies).
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