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Coup de coeur - February 2026. 🧡 Within Nike’s House of Innovation in Paris, one can find the latest ACG campaign, arriving perfectly on time, right in the midst of the Winter Olympics. Why does it matter? Because in case you missed it, Nike released a full ACG x Team USA collection specifically tied to the 2026 Winter Olympics, positioning ACG top‑of‑mind for performance and outdoor enthusiasts on a global stage. 🥌 And by now, we’ve all come to realize that the Olympics are no longer just about sports… or at least, not anymore. Don’t get me wrong—it remains one of the most exciting sporting events in the world. But its sheer scale has made it an irresistible stage for brands. In an earlier publication, I highlighted how SKIMS leveraged that visibility to perfection with a pop-up. In a key retail capital like Paris, Nike is now doing the same ; fully capitalizing on the Olympic momentum to: ⛷️ 1. Link credibility and technicality to the ACG brand; ⛷️ 2. Capitalize on the growing popularity of technical gear; ⛷️ 3. Tie ACG to elite performance rather than just lifestyle; ⛷️ 4. Leverage the vent to reinforce the brand's cold-weather identity. I particularly love how they’ve integrated the orange throughout the retail design. Paired with the various nature‑inspired displays—from rocky landscapes to lush forests—the entire space suddenly comes to life. Out the door boring retail, hello exciting experiential retail. #WornToBeWild There’s also a subtle ‘atelier’ feel aka the worktable... perhaps highlighting the craftsmanship behind the products. 🟠 Shoutout to TDM.Space, Tom Morgan & team for the photography. As always, they manage to bring a space to life through their lenses. And of course, congrats to Irene Bompieri, Rodolphe Muller, Gioacchino David, Philippine Sohet, Daan Lammers, Lynn Cariou, Sebastian Amberger, Sunst Studio, Luca Albertario, Fabian Dassler, Elad Bader, and everyone else involved in this project. #nike #acg #houseofinnovation #paris #architecture #olympics #design #branding #sports #outdoor #brand #retailjournal #photography