In celebration of Earth Day, that is observed yearly on Apr. 22, Nike will be showing its support with brand new eco-friendly sneakers. To align with the nature-friendly ethos, each silhouette features Flyleather innovation that’s made with at least 50% leather fiber however still looks and feels like regular leather. The graphics are bold, fun and impossible to miss and the collection hopes to inspire people to care for our planet each and every day.
Asymmetric subtly in their purple and green arrangements, each is set to release come April 22nd, with pairs surely heading out to select retailers as well as nike.com Retail price will range between $80 to $100. Below you can see more photos for a closer look.
Nike was founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports and initially operated as a distributor for the Japanese shoemaker Onitasuka Tiger (now known as Asics). It officially became Nike Inc. in 1971.The Nike swoosh was designed by Portland State University student Carolyn Davidson，The slogan “Just Do It” was inspired by serial killer Gary Gilmore, who said “let’s do it” just before he was executed by a firing squad in 1977.
