The Nike Dunk Low is Nike's 1985 basketball shoe turned everyday streetwear staple, and its colour-blocked "two-tone" upper is the reason certain makeups — Panda, UNC, Syracuse, Michigan — keep coming back year after year. Below are ten Dunk Low colourways that shaped the silhouette's modern run. Authenticated Nike Dunks are live and checked by hand at PUSHAS.

Updated July 2026 — rechecked and refreshed. Specific pairs move in and out of stock fast, so we've linked straight to the live, authenticated Nike Dunk range on PUSHAS rather than to individual pairs that may have sold through.

The rise of the Nike Dunk Low

Iconic undersells it. The Dunk is everywhere in pop culture and on the street. Released in 1985 as a college-basketball shoe — hence the name — the low-top has since eclipsed the high in day-to-day rotation. Its path ran straight through skateboarding, where it caught fire in the late 1980s and 1990s and set up the arrival of the Nike SB Dunk. From white-and-navy hardwood roots, the Dunk Low now has a toe in just about every cultural space there is.

Nike Dunk from 1985. Source: Sole Collector

From the 2000s to today, the volume of Dunk collaborations and limited editions has been almost unmatched — musicians, designers and institutions all lending the silhouette their palette, which is exactly what has turned the two-tone Dunk Low into a genuine cultural phenomenon.

10 Nike Dunk Low colourways that defined the era

In no particular order, here are ten Dunk Low colourways worth knowing — the makeups that shaped how the shoe is worn and collected today.

1. Nike Dunk Low ‘White Black / Panda’

No surprises at the top. The ‘Panda’ Dunk is so widely released and so widely worn you'd think every store on earth had a pair. Black and white is the undefeated pairing — black Swoosh and overlays over a white leather base — and the sheer number of restocks has kept it a genuine wardrobe staple rather than a hype flash in the pan. Original release: 10 March 2021.

2. Nike Dunk Low ‘Lottery Pack — Malachite Green’ & ‘Grey Fog’

Feeling lucky? The Lottery pack's party trick is a scratch-off Swoosh — an actual scratchable panel — across two makeups, the green ‘Malachite’ and the ‘Grey Fog’ jackpot. Creativity counts, and this one earned its spot on detailing alone. Release date: 31 August 2022.

3. Nike Dunk Low ‘Two-Tone Grey’

Better than one tone? Two. The ‘Two-Tone Grey’ layers a light-grey leather base under darker grey overlays, tied together with a clean white Swoosh — a quietly versatile everyday pair for anyone who wants a subtle, go-with-anything Dunk. Release date: 1 March 2022.

4. Nike Dunk Low ‘Valerian Blue’

A darker, cooler navy that sets an easy tone under almost any outfit. Blue-and-white is a Dunk cheat code, and ‘Valerian Blue’ is one of the more grown-up ways to wear it. Release date: 28 June 2022.

5. Nike Dunk Low Retro SP ‘Syracuse’

The first OG college colourway on the list. ‘Syracuse’ carries the orange overlays and Swoosh over white leather that the university wore on the hardwood — now a widely worn everyday pair whether or not you ever set foot on campus. Release date: 14 March 2020.

6. Nike Dunk Low ‘Spartan Green’ (Michigan State)

A white-and-green Michigan State makeup (style code DD1391-101). The darker green overlays keep it understated — a classic collegiate Dunk that plays nicely with denim and won't shout for attention. Release date: 3 June 2021.

7. Nike Dunk Low ‘Michigan’

Another OG colourway. The Wolverines' maize-and-blue first landed on a Dunk High back in the 1980s; the low (style code DD1391-700) brought that unmistakable yellow-and-blue palette to a new generation. Release date: 1 January 2002 (OG); reissued since.

8. Nike Dunk Low ‘UNC / University Blue’

One of the most aesthetically clean blue-and-whites Nike makes. ‘UNC’ (University Blue, DD1391-102) balances a soft powder blue against white so well it pairs with almost anything — fittingly, Michael Jordan started at North Carolina too. Release date: 24 June 2021.

9. Nike Dunk Low ‘Georgetown’

Dark navy and grey — the last of the OG college colourways here, and a welcome darker contrast to all the lighter makeups. A sought-after grey Dunk that isn't just for the Hoyas. Release date: 5 November 2021.

10. Nike Dunk Low Next Nature ‘White Mint’ (Women's)

Holding it down for the women's range, the Next Nature ‘White Mint’ mixes a white base with pale mint overlays — a frosty, easy-to-wear makeup built partly from recycled materials. Release date: 8 December 2022.

Where to buy authentic Nike Dunks at PUSHAS

Colourways sell through and return constantly, so the live list is the place to look: browse the current, hand-authenticated Nike Dunk range on PUSHAS alongside the rest of our Trending sneakers, streetwear and collectibles. New to buying online? Our guide to where to buy authentic sneakers in Australia and worldwide walks through how it works. Every pair is authenticated by hand — shop with confidence, with global shipping from Sydney and Los Angeles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Nike Dunk Low?

The Nike Dunk Low is a low-top version of Nike's 1985 college-basketball shoe. Its colour-blocked two-tone upper made it a favourite in skateboarding and, later, everyday streetwear, and it's now one of Nike's most collected silhouettes.

What are the most popular Nike Dunk Low colourways?

The ‘Panda’ (White Black) is the most widely worn, followed by college-inspired makeups like ‘UNC / University Blue’, ‘Syracuse’, ‘Michigan’ and ‘Georgetown’, plus detail-driven pairs such as the scratch-off ‘Lottery Pack’.

Are Panda Dunks still worth buying in 2026?

Yes, if you want a versatile everyday shoe. Because the ‘Panda’ was restocked so heavily it's one of the more accessible Dunks, and its black-and-white palette goes with almost anything — value that comes from wearability rather than scarcity.

Where can I buy authentic Nike Dunks in Australia?

Through PUSHAS. Every pair is authenticated by hand and PUSHAS ships globally from Sydney and Los Angeles, so you can shop with confidence in Australia or overseas. Check the live Nike Dunk range for what's currently in stock.