The 1980s are alive and glowing—right here on the Nike Air Flight Lite High, custom painted by Erviola for SW3 London. This pair is a full-blown retro fever dream brought to life with Chelsea creativity and dripping neon nostalgia. Loud, fearless, and fully charged, this design doesn’t just reference the past—it revives it with edge.
The original Nike Air Flight Lite High was built for high-performance basketball, combining bold styling with lightweight comfort. With its high-top construction, responsive sole, and wide build, it became a go-to in both street and court cultures. Erviola takes that silhouette and elevates it into something that’s not just fashion-forward—but also time-travel-worthy.
The theme is unmistakable: **1980s neon, Chelsea-style.** Bright yellows clash harmoniously with vivid purples and pastel blues, while hypnotic circular patterns wrap around the mudguard and toe box—an ode to Chelsea’s dynamic blend of history and street-level art. The dripping paint effect is no accident either. It’s a masterclass in Erviola’s control of movement and chaos, showing off his ability to paint drips that are intentional, clean, and powerfully expressive—never confused with random splatter.
Look closer and you’ll find key artistic choices:
– **Wave-patterned circle graphics** on the front, symbolizing hypnotic motion and continuous creative flow.
– **Vibrant neon accents** in yellow, mint, purple, and red—each clashing and complimenting like a curated 80s mixtape.
– **SW3 insignia hand-painted on the collar**, boldly positioning this as part of SW3 London’s one-off street art sneaker series.
– **Precision-drip overlays**, giving the sneaker its signature “not splatter” aesthetic.
Functionally, this pair holds up to its basketball roots. The ankle support remains firm, the midsole cushioning gives all-day wearability, and the grippy sole makes it street-ready no matter the outfit. Whether you’re rocking them with loose cargos, joggers, or cropped trousers, these sneakers will dominate the look with pure nostalgic presence.
Erviola’s painting technique uses layering and controlled chaos. He starts with bold base tones and builds the circles and drips by hand. Each shoe is unique. Every pair slightly different. That’s the spirit of SW3’s custom one-off drops: no mass production, just limited-edition, wearable artwork infused with soul and story.
The Nike Air Flight Lite High has always stood for defying gravity and breaking convention—this version takes that even further, leaping across decades and smashing together eras. If you’re someone who finds joy in colour, who believes in boldness over blending in, this sneaker is your anthem.
**Sizing tip:** These sneakers are true to size but have a roomy fit due to their original basketball structure. Stick to your usual Nike size for the best comfort, or half-size down if you prefer a snugger feel.
From Chelsea’s art studios to the echoes of 1980s arcade rooms, this is more than a sneaker—it’s a flash of rebellion, a splash of artistry, and a living memory of style’s most playful decade.
Only at SW3 London. Only once.
