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John Geiger Teases Nike Collaboration in Full-Circle Return — Quick Facts

John Geiger teases official Nike Air Force 1 collaboration after years-long legal battle. Settlement in 2022 cleared path from trademark infringement lawsuit to creative partnership.

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Did Nike sue John Geiger and what was the outcome?
Yes, Nike sued John Geiger over trademark infringement related to his sneaker designs, but a settlement in 2022 resolved the legal battle and cleared the path for an official collaboration between them.
What is the Misplaced Checks design by John Geiger?
Misplaced Checks is John Geiger's signature Air Force 1 customization concept featuring multiple Swooshes cut from different premium materials like horween leather, crocodile, ostrich, and python, which he originally created in 2015.
Is John Geiger releasing an official Nike Air Force 1 collaboration?
Yes, John Geiger has teased an official Nike Air Force 1 collaboration featuring his Misplaced Checks design, with Geiger confirming on Twitter these are not customs but official partnership releases.
Who originally produced John Geiger's Misplaced Checks custom sneakers?
The Shoe Surgeon handled production on John Geiger's original Misplaced Checks Air Force 1 customs between 2015 and 2017, creating luxury custom versions of the design.
What details confirm the new John Geiger Nike collaboration is official?
The new release features Geiger's branded lace tips, premium tissue paper packaging, pristine Air Force 1 construction, and official confirmation from Geiger that these 'ain't customs,' distinguishing it from bootleg or custom operations.

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