Nike Release Dates January 2014: Kobe 8 System “Prelude”, LeBron 11 “Graffiti”, SB Dunk High “Chinese New Year”
The latest editions of the signature shoes of superstars Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James of the Miami Heat are set to hit the market this weekend along with the newest colorway of the famous SB Dunk High.
Nike is expected to make waves on the sneaker market once again with the upcoming release of the highly-anticipated Kobe 8 System Prelude sneaker.
Although this is just a curtain-raiser for the anticipated release of Bryant's newest signature shoe model, this specialized edition of the Kobe 8 System is expected to hit strides because of its unique features.
Listed as the Multi-Color/Volt-Chrome colorway of the shoe, this edition sports a reflective upper part that features a pop art-inspired design -- a trademark of the eight signature shoes that were included in the Kobe Prelude Pack.
This edition, which is dubbed as the "Reflection" version of Kobe's eighth signature shoe with Nike, will hit retailers on Saturday, and will sell at $200 per pair.
"The shoe's mirror finish on the heel brings to life "Reflection." Bryant's previous season was full of twists and turns, and he spent a lot of time reflecting on where he is, where he has been, and where he can take himself," read the shoe's description on Nike's website.
The newest colorway of the Nike LeBron 11 will also hit shelves this Saturday, as announced by Nike.
Dubbed as the "Graffiti" and "Home" edition of LeBron's latest sig shoe, this version features a street art-inspired design on the upper part accented with red hints on the lining and Nike Swoosh branding.
Listed as the White/University Red-Black colorway of the LeBron XI, this edition will sell at $200 per pair. It will also be released in grade school, pre-school, and toddler sizes for $140, $70, and $50 per pair, respectively.
Aside from the famous signature kicks of Bryant and James, the soon-to-be-released colorway of the Nike Dunk High SB is also expected to get its fair share of the spotlight.
The SB Dunk High "Chinese New Year" features a design and color combination inspired by the traditional monetary offerings during the annual Lunar New Year's celebration.
The Nike SB CNY Dunk High will be available for just $108 starting this Saturday in selected Nike retailers.
Release Information:
Nike LeBron 11 "Graffiti"
White/University Red-Black
January 25, 2014
$200
Nike Kobe 8 Prelude
Multi-Color/Volt-Chrome
January 25, 2014
$200
Nike SB Dunk High "Chinese New Year"
University Red/University Red-Metallic Gold
January 25, 2014
$108