Aritzia has collaborated with Nike on the LD-1000 'EDITION A' sneaker, a monochromatic design in 'Sesame' nude leather. The footwear embodies Gen Z's corpcore ethos with elevated basics. It features subtle details and a washed leather upper designed to improve with age.
The Nike LD-1000 'EDITION A' represents a collaboration between Nike and the retailer Aritzia, focusing on a minimalist aesthetic. Described as a tonal mastery of leather and suede, the sneaker comes in a neutral 'Sesame' nude color. Its creamy leather upper includes discreet stitching and matching waxed cotton laces, paired with a custom-designed Aritzia star charm.
A key feature is the full leather upper made from washed leather, intended to wear and look better over time. Unlike traditional designs, this version minimizes the Nike Swoosh, replacing the prominent checkmark with a small embossed version near the toe that is intentionally hard to detect.
Originally created in the 1970s for long-distance runs, the LD-1000 shares a strong resemblance to the Nike Cortez. Both models were designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman, underscoring their legacy in sneaker history.
Aritzia, known for flipping the mall brand playbook into elevated basics, leads in Gen Z's corpcore space amid the trend of quiet luxury. The sneaker is available on the Nike website for $140.
This collaboration highlights ongoing trends in footwear accessorizing into 2026.
