2016 Nike Black History Month Collection

Every January, Nike launches its famous Black History Month Collection that pays homage to the achievements of black athletes around the globe. Since its debut in 2005, the annual collection from Nike has evolved from just a single Air Force 1 to an extensive assortment of products.

The limited-edition 2016 collection is inspired by seminal individuals who rewrote history with their pivotal performances. This year's iteration features a total of 28 products, spanning from basketball, tennis, football, running, Nike iD, and Jordan Brand. The custom geometric motifs and Pan African-inspired palette gives the 2016 collection its distinct global sensibility and identity. 

Our favorite basketball sneakers headline the collection, namely: The LEBRON 13, KD8, Kyrie 2, and Kobe 11. These signature models will be available in mens and youth sizes in select stores. Some stores will also be carrying BHM hoodies, T-shirts, and shorts. The availability and pricing for the kicks are as follows: 

SHOE                                                   PRICE                    RELEASE DATE

KOBE XI ELITE LOW BHM           10,795                    1/16/2016

KD 8 BHM                                          9,895                      1/23/2016

KYRIE 2 BHM                                    7,495                      1/18/2016

LEBRON XIII BHM                          10,795                    1/23/2016

THESE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT:

NIKE PARK SM MOA

NIKE PARK THE FORT

NIKE STADIUM GLORIETTA

NIKE STADIUM ROCKWELL

FORUM GREENHILLS

TITAN22.COM

TITAN GLORIETTA 5

TITAN UP TOWN

TITAN RONAC

TITAN SHANG

TITAN TAFT

TITAN TWO PARKADE

TITAN MOLITO
ZALORA.COM

Serena Williams’s perpetual drive to trump expectations, break records and redefine a sport. Kobe Bryant’s phenomenal 81-point game for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2006. Sanya Richards-Ross’ gold-medal-winning 400-meter race. Chris Paul’s off-court drive to level the playing field. These pivotal performances and seminal individuals rewrote history and catalyzed community — they also serve as the driving inspiration behind the 2016 Black History Month collection.

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Since its debut in 2005, Nike’s annual Nike Black History Month collection has evolved from a single Nike Air Force 1 to an extensive product assortment that pays homage to the achievements of black athletes worldwide. The limited-edition 2016 collection, with staggered launches running from January to mid-February, features a vibrant cascade of 28 products, spanning tennis, basketball, football, running, Nike iD and Jordan Brand. Its distinctly global sensibility is reflected in a vivid Pan African-inspired color palette, with custom geometric motifs.

The collection kicks off with Basketball footwear releases including the LEBRON 13, KD8, KYRIE 2 and the KOBE 11. Signature models from Lebron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant will also be offered in youth sizes. Other category launches include: Air Force 1, Nike Air Footscape Magista and Nike Roshe One (including an additional BHM-themed Roshe One Nike iD offering) from Nike Sportswear; NikeCourt Flare footwear from Tennis; Streak LT 3 footwear from Running; and the Air Jordan 1 Nouveau and AJ1 High for girls from Jordan Brand. A BHM-themed Magista Obra FGboot and Jordan Spike 40 follow in February. BHM apparel comprises hoodies, T-shirts and shorts.

The Black History Month collection honors and celebrates Black heritage, in sport and beyond, around the world while also providing financial support to Nike’s Ever Higher Fund, which was created to bring mentorship, sport and all of its benefits to African American youth.

Nike is proud to support numerous national and local organizations that provide services to underrepresented youth, including African American youth, during the year, through community development, coaching, city league sport programs, and early childhood development programs. Long-time partners include the Jackie Robinson Foundation, Boys and Girls Clubs, National Head Start and Coach Across America.

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8 Interesting Facts About Manila

On January 9, millions of devotees will once again head to Quiapo Church for one of the most-awaited religious celebrations of the Philippines, the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Due to its popularity, the Black Nazarene is considered as one of the things that distinguish Manila from all the other cities of the country.

But being the hodgepodge of culture and history it is, the nation’s capital is a lot more fascinating than you think. Should you find yourself iOn January 9, millions of devotees will once again head to Quiapo Church for one of the most-awaited religious celebrations of the Philippines, the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Due to its popularity, the Black Nazarene is considered as one of the things that distinguish Manila from all the other cities of the country.n the vicinity anytime soon, these random facts should help you see Manila in a whole new light.

Quiapo Church for one of the most-awaited religious celebrations of the Philippines, the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Due to its popularity, the Black Nazarene is considered as one of the things that distinguish Manila from all the other cities of the country.

But being the hodgepodge of culture and history it is, the nation’s capital is a lot more fascinating than you think. Should you find yourself in the vicinity anytime soon, these random facts should help you see Manila in a whole new light.



1 . The original Black Nazarene is said to have been carved by an anonymous Mexican sculptor and was brought to the country aboard a Spanish galleon from Acapulco, Mexico, back in the mid-1600s. There are several assumptions as to why the statue depicts Jesus having a very dark complexion. One popular account is that there was a fire on the galleon that brought it to the country burned, which charred the statue. Others believe it’s the result of staining from the smoke of votive candles offered to it through the years. According to Monsignor Sabino A. Vengco. Jr. from the Loyola School of Theology, the original image was carved from mesquite wood, a dark type of wood that was commonly used as a sculpting medium during the period.

 

2. Manila houses one of the world’s biggest and oldest Chinatowns, Binondo. Established in 1594, it also happens to be the first of its kind in the world, and is the center of commerce and trade in the city.


3. Before the arrival of Spanish colonizers, Manila was referred to as “Kingdom of Maynila,” a name coined because of its status as a vassal-state of the Bruneian Empire in the 1500s. The name “Maynila,” in turn, is said to have been derived from a species of plant called nila or nilad that was then abundant in the city, which means” Maynila” literally translates to “There is nilad here.”

4. Around 6 or 7 million people attended Pope Francis’ final mass at Luneta Park during his visit in January 2015, making it the largest papal event in history. The previous record was also in Manila, when 5 to 6 million devotees flocked to the same venue for Pope John Paul II’s visit on World Youth Day in January 1995.

5. The Manila Hotel, which has accommodated several internationally known guests over the years, is regarded as the first building in the Philippines to have air conditioning when renovations in 1935 led to the development of the air-conditioned annex in the west wing. The first room to have air conditioning is the Quezon Executive Office located in the Malacañang Palace and built between 1937 and 1939.

6. Escolta, which was once considered the place to be in Manila, is the location of many firsts for the Philippines. It housed the Salon de Pertierra, which opened its doors in 1896 and is considered as the first movie house in the Philippines. The first ice cream store is Clarke’s Ice Cream Parlor located at the foot of the Bridge of Spain (replaced by the Jones Bridge). It’s also the site of the country’s first cable car – the tramvia – and the country’s first elevator, which was located at the Burke Building.

7. Manila has over 15 sister cities, places with which the capital has social agreements to promote cultural and commercial relations. These include Yokohama, Japan; Beijing, China; Acapulco, Mexico; Honolulu and Maui in Hawaii, United States; Winnipeg, Canada; Moscow, Russia; and Madrid, Spain.

8. The British laid claim to Manila from 1762 to 1764 during the Seven Years’ War, wherein Britain fought against France and its allies, which included Spain. The war extended to the colonies of the countries involved, leading the British to take 15 ships loaded with almost 7,000 sailors and marines to Manila, seizing the capital as well as nearby Cavite. The British invaders left the Philippines after signing the Treaty of Paris, which ended the Seven Years’ War.
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