“The hype around NIKE Dunk releases is at an all-time high and due to popular demand, we're currently out of stock,” explained Foot Locker on its website. Even if you shop directly from NIKE, it can be hard to get your hands on a pair of Dunks because, again, most sizes sell out almost instantly.

Supply and demand, hype, and collaborations increase the price. They cost so much because people are willing to pay if they see the value in the shoe. Nike SB Dunk Supreme Stars resells for 630% more than the retail price. Supreme collaborations usually bring about a lot of hype in the sneaker community.

To find the model number on Nike shoes , you can check the tag or label inside the shoe . It is usually located on the tongue , collar , or heel of the shoe . You can also look for a 9 - digit number on the side of the shoebox , which is the style number .

Nike Dunk runs true to size. Other considerations might make you consider moving up or down in size from your usual Nike shoe size. Wide feet: Moving up a half size for a roomier fit is a great idea if you have wider feet. Tight fit: If you want your shoe as snug as possible, consider moving down a half size.