Black History Month is an incredibly important time. It is a month in which everyone can be educated about the fight for equal rights all throughout the world. Additionally, it is a time to celebrate black culture and its influence that can be found all around us. When it comes to sneakers, there is no doubt that black culture has ultimately served as inspiration for numerous shoes. Overall, companies like Nike and Adidas understand this better than anyone. Consequently, they have come through with various Black History Month-inspired colorways. Today, we are counting down some of the best.
Nike Zoom Kobe 6 "Black History Month"
Kicking off our list is the Nike Zoom Kobe 6 "Black History Month." Overall, this is a sneaker that is definitely going to impress you upon first look. The upper is covered in black scales, while the Nike swoosh is gold. Additionally, there is a green, red, and gold "BHM" logo that can be found on the back heel. This is also bolstered by a gold back heel unit that truly adds some pop to the shoe. If you are a fan of the Kobe 6, then this is a great offering. A wide variety of sizes are currently selling between $600 and $800 USD.
Tennessee State University x Nike Dunk Low "Tigers"
Next up we have the Nike Dunk Low “Tigers” which is an homage to Tennessee State University. The sneaker is part of a collection of HBCU dunks Nike released in 2022 for select HBCUs. Right off the bat, it is very clear that this is a nice colorful offering. Just looking at it, you can tell that is meant for those who prefer a lot of different colors in their shoes. The side panels and the toe box here are black, while the overlays are a mix of red, blue, and yellow. Lastly, there are white laces and a white Nike swoosh for contrast. Numerous adult sizes are in stock for an average price of $225 USD.
Nike LeBron 16 "Equality - White Black"
Third on our list is the Nike LeBron 16 "Equality." This is a sneaker that follows the footsteps of the LeBron 15 of the same name. As many already know, this shoe came out in two color schemes, however, we have decided to highlight the version that is mostly covered in black Knitposite. Additionally, the shoe has some white on the midsole as well as the laces. Overall, it is a very clean shoe that fans have adored since its release. A wide range of sizes can currently be purchased online.
Curry Flow 9 "Black History Month"
Steph Curry is someone who has released some amazing signature sneakers over the years. Among them is the Curry 9 Flow "Black History Month," pictured above. This shoe is immensely colorful. Right off the bat, we have a teal upper towards the front which is also met with some yellow and black. Subsequently, the shoe has a black back heel which then extends over to the tongue. Lastly, there are some colorful laces here that bring the aesthetic together. This shoe is currently for sale in a whole range of adult sizes.
New Balance 990v5 Made In USA "Black History Month"
The first and only New Balance on this list is a gorgeous 990v5 Made In USA. New Balance has been killing it with the chunky dad runners, and this sneaker is an example of that. Firstly, the shoe is met with white mesh and white suede. Secondly, we get a dose of burgundy all throughout while the New Balance logo is gold. Lastly, the shoe has a nice purple hue on the back heel and the midsole. Overall, this is a colorway that immediately makes a strong impression. As it stands, pairs can be found for an average price between $200 and $250 USD.
Converse Chuck 70 Hi "Black History Month"
Continuing on, we now bring you a Converse Chuck 70 Hi for Black History Month. This sneaker has a cool concept that is certainly done very well. Firstly, the shoe opens up with some black canvas on the side panels. From there, however, instead of your usual solid color patches, we have a different aesthetic. As you can see, on the back heel, cuff, and toe box, we have Kente cloth patterns. Ultimately, it makes for a nice touch that makes this shoe truly unique. You can get this sneaker in a plethora of sizes for an affordable price.
Air Max 95 "Black History Month"
Lastly, we bring you the Nike Air Max 95 "Black History Month." This is one of the more colorful sneakers on the entire list. The entire upper is covered in various different tones. For instance, we have blue, orange, purple, and yellow stripes throughout the sides. Moreover, there is a black tongue with some blue on top of it. Lastly, the toe box is made of black materials, while the midsole is white. Overall, it is a shoe that you cannot go wrong with. If you want a pair, you can currently find it in a full range of adult sizes.
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