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Nike Unveils Kobe Bryant Sneakers for Holiday 2025

9/19/2025

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Summary

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Nike will launch a Kobe Bryant x Air Force 1 Low in Linen/University Blue for $150 during Holiday 2025.
The sneaker features a tan suede upper, blue stitching, and Bryant's portrait on the heel.
A denim edition from 2006 will also be released next year.
The Court Purple edition, priced at $130, will debut in Fall 2025 with a snakeskin upper.
Both models honor Bryant's legacy and will be available through Nike's SNKRS app and select retailers.

History

Historical Context

Nike launched the Air Force 1 in 1982, marking its first basketball shoe to feature Nike Air technology. Kobe Bryant, who debuted his signature shoe line in 2005, became a pivotal figure in sneaker culture, generating over $1 billion in sales. Upcoming releases in 2025 will honor his legacy, showcasing the enduring impact of Bryant on sports and fashion.

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Story summary

Nike will launch a Kobe Bryant x Air Force 1 Low in Linen/University Blue for $150 during Holiday 2025.
The sneaker features a tan suede upper, blue stitching, and Bryant's portrait on the heel.
A denim edition from 2006 will also be released next year.
The Court Purple edition, priced at $130, will debut in Fall 2025 with a snakeskin upper.
Both models honor Bryant's legacy and will be available through Nike's SNKRS app and select retailers.

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