Created for the hardwood but taken to the streets, the ’80s basketball icon returns with perfectly sheened overlays and original university colours. With its classic hoops design, the Nike Dunk High Retro channels ’80s vintage back onto the streets while its padded, high-top collar adds an old-school look rooted in comfort.
Another Nike Dunk High Retro release is upon us, presented to us in potential college colors to continue the original story told by the Dunk back in 1985. While many will be quick to associate this two-toned pairing with the Los Angeles Lakers, it’s possible that Nike is drawing a connection to the LSU Tigers, a Nike affiliated school.
Nike has a long-standing affiliation with the LSU Tigers, providing the team with athletic gear & uniforms for many years. The partnership has resulted in several iconic designs, including the popular purple and gold color scheme that is synonymous with the Tigers. Nike has worked closely with the LSU athletics department to create innovative, high-performance gear that meets the unique needs of the team’s athletes. The company’s commitment to excellence in design and quality has helped to elevate the LSU brand and build a strong fan base. Today, Nike remains a proud partner of the LSU Tigers, supporting the team as they compete at the highest level of collegiate athletics.
Seen here in the traditional Dunk High Retro build, this upcoming release sees a university gold underlay with a varsity purple overlay for that perfected college-style color-blocking. A full leather build on the upper with a classic nylon tongue, this Dunk High is completed with a solid white midsole and a purple outsole.
When is the Nike Dunk High Purple Yellow releasing?
Release date information is now available and it seems they are releasing in Europe on the 13th of September 2022 with an expected retail price of 120€.
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Vlad Ciutacu is a writer based in The Hague, Netherlands. He has been working in the footwear industry for more than a decade, with hundreds of pairs in his collection. His favourite models are the Air Jordan 1 and the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro. Find him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
