Nike is expanding a brand new lineup of their React Element 55 silhouette for the upcoming summer season. This time around the versatile runner from the Swoosh features a sleek black look all throughout the stretchy textile mesh construction. Black leather overlays add to the look of the shoe with Anthracite accents throughout the shoe providing a subtle contrast. A blacked out React sole unit down below serves as the finishing touch.
Look for this React Element 55 to release very soon at select retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $130 USD.
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