Jeff Staple<\/a> to bring forth that momentum created 16 years ago and put it to the forefront of the digital age. Donned as the Meta-Pigeon drop, the partnership allows different worlds to merge effortlessly as parallels between the two are shared when it comes to the innovation and game-changing drops that both entities created within their respective markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat started off as admiration from both parties, evolved into a full-blown collaboration that brought a one-of-a-kind release into fruition. In a conversation between Snkrs Day and co-founder Chris Le, he explains the process and the nature of the relationship; the entire process took approximately two months with sketches as the starting point, Le explains, \u201cwe went back and forth with concept[s]. I would concept all the drawings, send them to Jeff to get approvals\u201d. Le goes on to explain the liberty they had with designs while incorporating the iconic Pigeon, \u201cwhat was dope is he let us go super <\/em>crazy on the sneaker design to match our aesthetic for RTFKT\u201d. An aesthetic that has garnered millions of views, collaborations, and NFT sneaker drops that can then be redeemed for physical copies of their digital counterparts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure><\/li> <\/figure><\/li><\/ul>Jeff Staple x RTFKT Studios Meta-Pigeon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\u201cThe physical sneaker will be based off of the digital NFT. We have a technique where we can actually make the sneaker look almost one to one with the 3D look of the NFT\u201d.<\/p>Chris Le<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nDesigner Chris Le continues to describe in detail their collaboration and how \u201cpurchasing the NFT will give you direct access to a physical pair\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The process\u2014which is kept secret\u2014allows a near identical copy of the aforementioned digital collection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Much like sneaker releases, RTFKT allows buyers to hold their NFT for a period of six weeks in which they can trade, or resell as an aftermarket product. The virtual sneaker can then be \u2018forged\u2019 and redeemed for a physical pair, he explains their goal is \u201csustaining the secondary market\u201d thus creating hype, similar to that of the Nike Dunk SB Low Staple “NYC Pigeon\u201d used as reference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The RTFKT x Jeff Staple Meta-Pigeon<\/strong> collection is composed of three different products; of the three, two NFT virtual sneakers will be released within a 15-minute \u201cOpen Edition\u201d timeframe to ensure availability to those interested. Both sneakers have contrasting color schemes and different rarities that also reflect their respective price points. The first of the two, is the Purple iteration which dons a \u201cLegendary\u201d rarity with a price tag of $2021. The second White model acts as a simplified version of its counterpart. With a \u201cRare\u201d rarity, the white colorway is slightly more affordable at $500. Both silhouettes share similarities with the biggest being the iconic STAPLE Pigeon imposed onto its lateral heel. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe third and final product comes in the form of a collectable NFT cyber pigeon adequately named, “Metapigeon VR\u201d. This \u201cLegendary\u201d product will be available in limited quantities\u2014100 copies\u2014but will be priced at $1.00 for those interested in the collaboration but not willing to spend.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure><\/li> <\/figure><\/li><\/ul>Jeff Staple x RTFKT Studios Meta-Pigeon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAs the Metaverse space continues to grow, we can expect to see more collaborations in the future where the physical world goes virtual. For now, be sure to catch the RTFKT x Jeff Staple Meta-Pigeon<\/strong> collection that is set to drop this May 6th at Noon PST. <\/p>\n\n\n