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Nike Dunk Low Varsity Pack Releases Fall 2026

Nike is channeling collegiate heritage through the Dunk Low with a new Varsity Pack, a collection that translates the design language of classic varsity jackets into sneaker form. Two colorways are set to arrive in Fall 2026 at $130 per pair.

By Ava Rodriguez|June 19, 2026

Nike Dunk Low Varsity Pack in Sail and Fir colorway with quilted interior and fabric Swoosh detail

The Dunk Low has long maintained its association with campus culture—a reputation established during the model's 1980s "Be True To Your School" campaign and reinforced throughout the early 2020s when the silhouette dominated collegiate footwear across North America. While the model has entered a quieter period in the broader market, its four-decade lineage remains formidable, and thoughtful design iterations continue to find resonance among those invested in both sneaker and sportswear history.

Nike's Varsity Pack approach translates the material and aesthetic vocabulary of varsity jacket construction into sneaker details. Quilted interior linings mirror the insulation found in lettermark outerwear, while tongue tags reference size labeling conventions typical of collegiate garments. Fabric Swooshes finished with stitched piping evoke school pride patches, and the heel counter features stylized collegiate branding that anchors the overall concept.

Nike Dunk Low Varsity Pack in Sail and Fir colorway with quilted interior and fabric Swoosh detail - detail view 1

Colorway & Details

The pack arrives in two distinct colorways: Sail/Fir/University Red/University Gold and Metallic Silver/Black/Sail/Metallic Silver. Each pair presents a different entry point into the varsity aesthetic—the first reading as warm and traditional, the second as modern and refined. Both maintain consistent construction standards and retain the Dunk Low's recognizable profile while pushing forward the jacket-inspired theme.