The Nike SB Dunk didn’t become a cultural icon overnight. When Nike relaunched the Dunk as a skate-ready silhouette in 2002, few could have predicted that a chunky basketball shoe from 1985 would go on to inspire riots, redefine sneaker collecting, and attract collaborators ranging from ice cream brands to rap superstars. Over two decades later, the Nike SB Dunk remains one of the most celebrated canvases in sneaker history, and the collaborations it has inspired are nothing short of legendary.
From the underground golden era of the early 2000s to the mainstream hysteria of 2020 and beyond, here’s a look at the greatest Nike SB Dunk collabs ever made.
Supreme x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘White Cement’ (2002)
It’s almost impossible to talk about Nike SB Dunk collaborations without starting here. Released in September 2002, the Supreme x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘White Cement’ was the first-ever footwear collaboration for Supreme – and it set the standard for everything that followed.
In case you couldn’t tell, the shoe drew heavy inspiration from the Air Jordan 3, cloaking a white leather upper in the iconic Cement Grey Elephant Print. Limited to just 500 pairs and sold exclusively at Supreme’s New York and Tokyo stores, the release was remarkably understated by today’s standards. No Supreme branding on the uppers, no global online drop. That quiet confidence is part of what makes it so special.
Today, pairs regularly change hands for several thousand pounds on the resale market. The ‘White Cement’ is proof that the best collabs don’t always shout the loudest.
Futura x Nike Dunk Low Pro SB (2003)
Released in March 2003 as part of the third series of SB Dunks, the Futura collaboration brought high art to skate culture at a time when that crossover was still genuinely radical. Crafted in a Black/White/Nightshade/Shark colourway using a combination of suede, leather, and mesh, the shoe reflected the minimalist yet atmospheric aesthetic of the legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer Futura.
Available only through Nike SB accounts, it retailed for just $65. That price point, combined with the limited distribution, makes its current resale value all the more striking. The Futura Dunk remains one of the most sought-after releases from the golden era, a testament to what happens when sport and street art truly connect.
Diamond Supply Co. x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Tiffany’ (2005)
August 2005 changed Nike SB forever. The Diamond Supply Co. x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Tiffany’ didn’t just sell out – it sparked campouts and long queues at skate shops across the country, at a time when that kind of frenzy was almost unheard of for a skate shoe.
Designed by Nicky Diamonds and released as part of Nike SB’s Team Manager series, the shoe featured an Aqua leather base, black croc-embossed texture leather overlays, white contrast stitching, and a Metallic Silver Swoosh. The Tiffany-inspired blue wasn’t just a colour choice; it was a statement. This was skateboarding reaching for luxury, and pulling it off.
Pairs on the resale market continue to fetch prices well above £2,000. The ‘Tiffany’ is a genuine milestone: the collab that proved Nike SB could generate mainstream hype without compromising its skate roots.
Staple x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Pigeon’ (2005)
Few releases in sneaker history have caused scenes quite like the Staple Pigeon Dunk. When Jeff Staple’s grey suede creation – featuring that now-iconic pigeon graphic embroidered on the heel – dropped at Reed Space in New York’s Lower East Side in 2005, the queues grew so unruly that the story made the front page of the New York Post.
The shoe was a love letter to New York City, a grey and neutral canvas dressed in hustle and urban pride. Its rarity and cultural weight have only grown since. Follow-up Pigeon collabs have come and gone, but nothing touches the original. It’s the kind of release that defines an era.
Travis Scott x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Cactus Jack’ (2020)
Fast-forward to 2020, and a new generation of sneakerheads was about to get their defining Nike SB moment. The Travis Scott x Nike SB Dunk Low “Cactus Jack” dropped on 22nd February 2020 exclusively through Travis Scott’s online shop, followed by a wider skate shop release on 29th February.
The shoe arrived in a Black/Black-Parachute Beige colourway with paisley print overlays – a nod to the bandana and plaid patterns that also appeared on the exclusive special shoebox. The Cactus Jack logo featured by the shoebox label, and the release came alongside a limited-edition skate capsule including hoodies, decks, and accessories.
This was more than a collab. It was a cultural event. The Travis Scott SB Dunk is widely credited with reigniting mainstream obsession with the silhouette, introducing an entirely new generation to the world of Nike SB collecting. Resale prices have consistently sat well above £1,000.
Ben & Jerry’s x Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Chunky Dunky’ (2020)
If Travis Scott sparked the 2020 revival, the Ben & Jerry’s ‘Chunky Dunky’ threw fuel on the fire. Released on 26th May 2020, this collaboration was absurd in the best possible way, and the sneaker community loved every bit of it.
The upper featured a cloudy blue sky and green meadow leather base, with faux cowhide on the overlays and tongues — a direct reference to the cows on Ben & Jerry’s ice cream packaging. Yellow Swooshes were styled to mimic dripping ice cream, with leather protruding from the standard tick in a drip-like fashion. Tie-dye interiors, Ben & Jerry’s style Nike branding on the heel tab, and a white and green sole rounded out a design that was unlike anything the Dunk Low had seen before.
The packaging added another layer of madness: a special version released in a supersized ice cream tub. Today, pairs fetch upwards of $1,000 on the resale market, a reminder that the most outlandish ideas often make the biggest impact.
Why Nike SB Dunks Hit Differently
What separates a great Nike SB Dunk collab from just another limited-edition shoe? Distribution plays a huge role. Many of the most coveted pairs – like the Supreme ‘White Cement’ or the Futura – were never meant for the masses. Exclusive to Nike SB skate shop accounts or a handful of boutiques, they reached collectors through community, not algorithms.
The design integrity matters just as much. Every collab on this list tells a story, whether that’s Supreme nodding to Jordan’s legacy, Diamond Supply Co. borrowing the elegance of Tiffany & Co., or Ben & Jerry’s turning a shoe into an edible daydream. The best collabs don’t just apply a logo; they build a world.
Then there’s timing. The early 2000s golden era dropped these gems into a pre-social media landscape where scarcity was organic. The 2020 wave hit at a moment of peak cultural appetite, with an audience primed and ready to go wild.
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