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Nike Blazer History
The Nike Blazer was first released in 1973 as one of Nike’s earliest basketball shoes. Named after the Portland Trail Blazers, the Blazer was designed with a simple and clean silhouette, featuring a high-top design, leather upper, and a large Nike Swoosh logo on the side. At the time, it was cutting-edge for the basketball court, providing players with improved traction and support.
As basketball technology advanced, the Blazer was gradually replaced by newer models, but it found new life in other arenas. During the 1980s, the Blazer gained popularity in the skateboarding community due to its durable construction and grippy rubber sole, making it an unexpected favorite for skaters. This led to the Blazer becoming a popular Nike SB model starting in 2005.
Over the years, the Blazer evolved with various re-releases, colorways, and collaborations. Notably, the Nike Blazer became a staple in streetwear, thanks to collaborations with influential brands like Supreme and Off-White. Virgil Abloh’s Off-White x Nike Blazer, part of his “The Ten” collection in 2017, gave the shoe a modern twist with deconstructed designs and exposed stitching, bringing it back to the forefront of sneaker culture.
The Nike Blazer continues to be a timeless classic to this day, being one of the most iconic silhouettes on the market.
