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Light blue Dunks

Light blue is the biggest blue family in the Dunk catalog, and the easiest to wear: most pairs pair a white leather base with pale blue overlays.

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Updated October 29, 2026Research based, not hands-on testing

Fig. 1 The light blue family: white leather base with University Blue style overlays.

Short answer

The light blue Dunks to know are UNC (DD1391-102, June 2021), Valerian Blue (DD1391-400, June 2022) and Psychic Blue (HF5441-400, 2025). We list 11 light blue pairs below. University Blue is the color most of them use; Valerian is a slightly deeper blue, and pairs like Psychic Blue and Blue Chill lean toward sky and powder blue.

Light blue colorways

University Blue, Valerian, Psychic: what is the difference?

Light blue names on Dunks, as used on the pairs in our catalog

NameWhat it looks likeExample code
University BlueThe pale “Carolina” blue used on the UNC pairDD1391-102
Valerian BlueA deeper, slightly purple leaning blueDD1391-400
Psychic BlueA bright sky blue, paired with Glacier Blue on HF5441HF5441-400
Blue ChillA soft powder blue, on the Dunk HighDD1399-401

Color names come from the colorway strings on release pages. Screens and photos shift blues a lot, so compare a few photos of the exact style code before you buy.

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Questions people ask

What is the light blue Dunk called?

Usually the “UNC” or University Blue Dunk Low, style code DD1391-102. Other light blue Dunks have their own names, such as Valerian Blue, Psychic Blue and Blue Chill (a Dunk High).

Do light blue Dunks get dirty fast?

The white leather base shows scuffs before the blue does. Brushing them after wear and using a water and stain repellent on the leather helps. Nike’s own guidance is to brush with a mild cleaner and air dry.

Are there light blue Dunks for women and kids?

Yes. The Blue Tint Next Nature pair (DD1873-400) is a women’s release, and many general release colorways come in GS, PS and TD sizes with their own style codes.

Sources

  1. Nike, Can you put shoes in the washer? (cleaning guidance)

Last reviewed October 29, 2026. Release details, codes and listings change; check the style code on the listing before you buy.

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