Nike Designer Wilson Smith Honored on Air More Uptempo

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This reimagining of the Air More Uptempo '96 celebrates Wilson Smith III—the first Black footwear designer at Nike—and his love of space-age TV. The gradient upper carries you to the far reaches of time while the oversized graffiti-styled graphics bring a starlit shimmer with their reflective accents.

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Wilson Smith III, the sneaker industry's first Black designer, is being honored with a special version of one of his greatest creations—the…

The Nike Air More Uptempo owes it all to Wilson Smith, the designer behind its legendary look. From the big A-I-R on each side to the Air unit underfoot, these kicks blazed a trail on basketball courts in the ‘90s to become a part of Smith’s legacy and Nike’s history. Durable and made to play, this pair honors Smith by weaving details like his signature into the design.Behind the DesignLook for details that celebrate one of our greatest designers.

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Nike Celebrate Air More Uptempo Designer Wilson Smith - Sneaker Freaker

Here's another clip from legendary sneaker designer Wilson Smith III

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