Design Notes:

I designed this SL33 as a special welcome gift for Patrick Ewing upon his return to the brand in a full-time capacity as president. The concept drew inspiration from Air Force One—both for its mythical status and as a playful nod to his new presidential role.

I obsessed over every detail of the sneaker, from extensive color research to ensure precise Pantone accuracy, to selecting premium buttery suede and typography that felt appropriately presidential. I also designed a custom Ewing presidential seal logo, using the official U.S. presidential seal as a reference point to complete the narrative.