Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram 'Green' (HV5953-300) — GORE-TEX Waterproof All-Weather Sneaker

What Is the Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram 'Green'?

The Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram 'Green' (Style Code: HV5953-300) is the nature-grounded colorway in Nike’s most technically advanced Air Force 1 construction. Built on the same platform as the HV5953 series, it pairs the Air Force 1 Low silhouette with a GORE-TEX® waterproof breathable lining and a Vibram® rubber outsole — the two most respected names in waterproof and grip technology respectively. The 'Green' colorway (HV5953-300) sets itself apart from the Black/Speed Yellow edition with a rich, earthy green tone that bridges outdoor utility and urban street style: darker than sage, lighter than forest, with a muted quality that works across seasons and wardrobes. This is the AF1 GTX Vibram for the buyer drawn to a more understated, nature-coded aesthetic.

Quick Facts

• Brand: Nike
• Style: Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram
• Style Code: HV5953-300
• Colorway: Green
• Waterproofing: GORE-TEX® Extended Comfort lining — 100% waterproof, breathable
• Outsole: Vibram® rubber — high-grip, wet/dry traction
• Midsole: Nike Air heel cushioning unit
• Gender: Unisex (US M4–11 / W5.5–12.5 / EU 36–45)
• Price: $125
• Category: All-Weather Lifestyle Sneaker
• Fit: True to size; GTX lining runs slightly snug — wide-footed wearers may size up half

Specs & Construction

The 'Green' Colorway — Positioning and Aesthetic Context

The HV5953-300 ‘Green’ is the quieter, more versatile sibling to the HV5953-001 ‘Black/Speed Yellow’. Where the Black/Speed Yellow reads as utilitarian and high-contrast — referencing workwear and industrial safety aesthetics — the Green reads as organic and terrain-matched: the color of olive drab military gear, technical hiking outerwear, and Japanese utility fashion. Green in sneaker and fashion culture carries strong associations with the outdoors, the military, and ‘gorpcore’ — the aesthetic movement that brought trail gear, earth tones, and technical fabrics into mainstream street style. On a GORE-TEX + Vibram shoe, the green colorway is one of the most contextually coherent color-technology pairings possible: the shoe looks like what it is. It pairs naturally with earth-tone outerwear (tan, brown, olive, khaki), technical pants, and workwear-inspired layering. For buyers who find Black/Speed Yellow too bold, the Green offers the same technical package with a more wearable, seasonless palette.

GORE-TEX® + Vibram® — Technology Overview

GORE-TEX® (W. L. Gore & Associates, est. 1969, Newark, Delaware) is the benchmark waterproof breathable membrane in footwear and outerwear. Its microporous structure — approximately 1.4 billion pores per cm², each 20,000× smaller than a water droplet but 700× larger than a water vapor molecule — delivers simultaneous 100% waterproofing and breathability. On the AF1 GTX, the membrane is integrated behind the leather upper, preserving the AF1’s visual identity while providing full weather protection.

Vibram® (Albizzate, Italy — est. 1937) produces the world’s most trusted technical outsoles, used across alpine mountaineering, trail running, and work boots. The Vibram outsole on the AF1 GTX Vibram replaces the original flat cupsole rubber with a compound engineered for outdoor wet-surface traction — the critical missing capability of a standard AF1 in rain and on slick terrain.

AF1 GTX Vibram ‘Green’ vs. ‘Black/Speed Yellow’ — Colorway Comparison

Who Is the Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram 'Green' For?

This shoe is for the AF1 buyer who wants full all-weather capability in a colorway that does not announce itself. The Green works for the gorpcore-adjacent dresser layering technical outerwear and earth tones, the minimal streetwear buyer building a wardrobe around neutral and muted palettes, and the AF1 collector who wants to own both ends of the HV5953 series. If you already own the Black/Speed Yellow and want a more day-to-day wearable complement, the Green is the natural next purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the style code for the Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram 'Green'?
A: The style code is HV5953-300.

Q: Is the Nike Air Force 1 GTX Vibram 'Green' fully waterproof?
A: Yes. The GORE-TEX® lining provides 100% waterproofing — the membrane prevents water ingress in rain, puddles, and wet terrain. The shoe is not designed for full submersion but performs reliably in all standard wet-weather conditions.

Q: What is the difference between HV5953-300 and HV5953-001?
A: Both are Nike Air Force 1 Low GTX Vibram shoes with identical construction and technology — GORE-TEX® waterproofing and Vibram® outsole. The only difference is colorway: HV5953-300 is Green and HV5953-001 is Black/Speed Yellow. The Green offers a more understated, earth-toned aesthetic; the Black/Speed Yellow is bolder and higher-contrast.

Q: Does the Nike Air Force 1 GTX Vibram 'Green' fit true to size?
A: Yes, true to size for most wearers. The GORE-TEX lining adds slight internal volume — buyers with wider feet or a higher instep may prefer to size up half. Available in US Men’s 4–11 / Women’s 5.5–12.5 / EU 36–45.

Q: What outfits does the AF1 GTX Vibram 'Green' pair well with?
A: The muted green tone pairs most naturally with earth-tone wardrobes — olive, khaki, tan, brown, and cream. It works well with technical outerwear, cargo and workwear pants, and gorpcore-inspired layering. It is versatile enough for all-black outfits but especially strong as a color accent in neutral, earth-toned styling.

Q: Can I wear the Nike Air Force 1 GTX Vibram 'Green' in snow?
A: Yes — with caveats. GORE-TEX keeps feet dry in snow and the Vibram outsole provides better grip than the standard AF1 on wet and light-snow surfaces. The shoe is not insulated and not designed for deep snow or sub-freezing temperatures. Use warm socks for cold-weather wear.