2006 is the Year of the Dog

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Nike's Year of the Dog AF1's dropping soon, feature a lazered toe box, and dogs hair on the heel panel. Whoa. The colors are inspired by traditional Tibetan design and materials including the colors of Monks' inner cloth as well as Temples' patterns.

And why should we wear shoes named after the Year of the Dog? The Chinese Zodiac deems this The Year of The Dog in the fire element. "Fire Dogs are popular, charismatic people, always surrounded by a group of admirers. Not only admired for their vibrant personalities, these Dogs also possess a sexual attractiveness that makes them irresistible. These people are adventurous and vivacious, yet, honest and openhearted. However, because they are so active, they are generally not the settle down type". Get in where ya' fit in.