Fashion

G-Dragon x Nike Releases New Kwondo 1 “Panda” Sneakers & Merch Inspired By The Taekwondo Uniform

G-Dragon x Nike Kwondo 1

Just last week, K-pop idol G-Dragon was announced as Tiger Beer’s newest global ambassador. It seems like the Big Bang leader has many more upcoming projects to surprise his fans, aka VIPs, as his self-made brand Peaceminusone recently announced their next collaboration with Nike. 

Featuring a collection of new sneakers and merch inspired by Taekwondo motifs, VIPs can now level up their hypebeast OOTDs.

Advertisements

Sneakers

Source

This isn’t the first time G-Dragon has collaborated with the sportswear brand. In 2021, G-Dragon and Nike released the first edition of the Nike Kwondo 1 — a full-white sneaker in a silhouette created by the rapper himself.

This time round, G-Dragon has given the Kwondo 1 sneakers a new monochrome look, nicknamed “Panda” by his fans. Like the previous design, it comes with the Nike and Peaceminusone logo on each side of the sneaker tongue.

Source

On the heel tabs, the sneakers showcase the iconic Peaceminusone daisy logo in white and yellow.

Source

Advertisements

Lucky for G-Dragon’s friends, they’ve received the Nike Kwondo 1 sneakers before its release date. G-Dragon’s close friend and Big Bang group member Taeyang posted a picture on his Instagram story, hinting at the possibility of an exclusive shoe box with every sneaker purchase.

Apparel

Source

 

That’s not all — the collaboration also features co-branded apparel with Nike, drawing inspirations from the Taekwondo uniform, aka a Dobok. While it’s not clear why G-Dragon chose Taekwondo as his inspiration, some fans have speculated that it’s a play on the word “Kwon”, derived from his real name, Kwon Ji Yong. 

Advertisements

The wide pants in black features a minimalistic design of the Peaceminusone daisy on the front, along with a detachable pouch on the back.

Source

The Nike Ls tee in black appears to be a simple sweatshirt at first glance, but a large motif of the Peaceminusone daisy is etched on the back.

Source

The sweatshirt is also available in white, with both tees showcasing the Peaceminusone logo on the sleeves.

Source

The star of the collection is undoubtedly the Nike jacket and vest in black, created to resemble a Taekwondo Dobok. The double layers are perfect for those who are planning their next vacation to colder countries, all while maintaining an edgy streetwear look.

Source

G-Dragon’s friends have also received a custom version of the Nike jacket and vest with their names stitched on the belt — similar to actual Taekwondo players. While it’s not confirmed if buyers are able to similarly customise their jackets too, we can’t deny that it looks extra cool.

The New G-Dragon x Nike Collection Is For VIPs & Hypebeasts Waiting To See The K-pop Idol Again

Source

The new G-Dragon Peaceminusone x Nike collection will be available on Peaceminusone’s website from 11 April 2023 onwards. G-Dragon himself modelled in the campaign photos, leaving fans excited for more activities to come from the idol in 2023. 

Stay tuned to KIIONDO’s Instagram page for more information, aka the account that was created by G-Dragon to post updates on this collaboration.

Cover: Source

Also read:

Nicole Yong

Part-time literature fanatic, full-time weeb and k-pop trash.

Share
Published by
Nicole Yong

Recent Posts

If You’ve Tried Every Acne Fix But Nothing Works, Caring Skin Might Be The A.I. Skin Coach You Need

Caring Skin Medispa We’ll say it, acne can be a pain, especially if you want…

4 weeks ago

SG’s First Indoor Pink Beach Arrives At Tampines 1, Redeem Sunglasses Blind Boxes Too

Join Tampines 1's Pink Beach Edition from 15–21 September for a pastel beach escape with…

3 months ago

Payday Picks: 8 New Beauty Launches To Shop In August 2025

Take your pick from the list of new beauty launches this August!

4 months ago

Flying Tiger Copenhagen: Popular Danish Lifestyle Brand Opens Their First Store At Bugis+

Head down to Bugis+ to shop Scandinavian lifestyle products.

4 months ago

Crocs Collaborates With Samsung Galaxy On New Clogs-Shaped Phone Cases

Crocs’ collaboration with Samsung Galaxy brings an innovative phone case with signature Jibbitz holes and…

4 months ago

JOOCYEE: Popular Chinese Makeup Brand Opens Their First SG Store In Orchard

Head down to JOOCYEE to try out their Singapore-exclusive products.

4 months ago