The Nike Black History Month Pack Pays Homage to Trailblazing Ballers
Michael Hines — January 18, 2011 — Fashion
References: nike & highsnobiety
Nike is honoring the African American history makers of America with the new Nike Black History Month pack. The pack comes with four pairs of shoes honoring three players: Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and Julius Irving (aka Dr. J.).
Every shoe in the Nike Black History Month pack is all black, a throwback to the days when almost all shoes worn on the court were colorless. Each shoe in the pack also features a woodblock print in the upper panels from artist Hele Woodruff.
Every shoe in the Nike Black History Month pack is all black, a throwback to the days when almost all shoes worn on the court were colorless. Each shoe in the pack also features a woodblock print in the upper panels from artist Hele Woodruff.
Trend Themes
1. Black History Month Pack - Opportunity to create limited-edition product lines that honor historical figures and celebrate diversity.
2. Throwback Design - Potential for nostalgia-driven product offerings that reference iconic styles from the past.
3. Collaboration with Artists - Chance to partner with artists to incorporate unique and culturally significant designs into products.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - Potential for brands to create special edition footwear that pays tribute to historical figures and cultural events.
2. Sports Apparel - Opportunity for sports apparel brands to design commemorative collections inspired by significant moments in sports history.
3. Art and Fashion - Intersection between art and fashion through collaborations that infuse cultural elements into clothing and accessories.
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