Emmanuelabor has used the California state flag as inspiration for multiple custom sneakers. The designer showed why sneaker fans love his shoes with the latest version of the Cali Nike Dunks. These sneakers were found at Emmanuelabor’s Nike Talk post linked here.
The tongue features a replica of the California flag complete with bear and the words “California Republic.” Emmanuelabor recreated the California bear on the outsides of both shoes, showing a skilled hand and a good eye. The Nike symbol on the heel tag is colored red and green to honor the colors of the flag.
I have mixed feelings about the brown fake fur used on the toe box, tongue and middle panel. Emmanuelabor wanted to add texture to the Cali Nike Dunks and the California bear seemed like a natural muse. While I love the look of the fake fur, I have a feeling that the Cali Nike Dunks would be ruined immediately after taking the first step outside. Even with this reservation, I think the Cali Nike Dunks are some of Emmanuelabor’s finest work.
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