Tag: Nike

Nike’s female Olympic track uniforms are over-sexualized. (Op-Ed)

Nike’s female Olympic track uniforms are over-sexualized. (Op-Ed)

Nike revealed several designs for women’s track athletes to be worn at the Paris Olympics this summer, and female athletes are not happy. One outfit in particular is drawing ire: a rather revealing, tight leotard with a particularly high cut on the hips. Even on the mannequin, you can see quite a lot of skin, […]

TikTok Fashion Trends Bound to go Viral in 2023

TikTok Fashion Trends Bound to go Viral in 2023

Hard as it may be to keep up with social media fashion trends, there’s no denying that TikTok has had a huge impact on what we consume, how we live, and how we dress. With TikTok dominating the scene, we are bound to encounter an abundance of trends for every style and budget. Some of the most viral lately, like the Coastal Grandmother trend might require you to incorporate a lot of new items into your wardrobe. However, there are also one-item trends, like the ironic totes or the 90s mini skirt.
Below are some of the most popular trends now, which are bound to go viral.

Nike Officially Ends Partnership with Kyrie Irving

Nike Officially Ends Partnership with Kyrie Irving

Nike has ended its eight-year commercial partnership and shoe deal with NBA star Kyrie Irving after the Brooklyn Nets player shared a link to an antisemitic film on Twitter. The move comes one month after Irving was suspended by Nike over a Tweet he shared in October. According to Irving’s agent, Shetellia Riley Irving, “both Nike and Kyrie mutually decided to part ways”, adding that they wished Nike “nothing but the best in their future endeavors.”

Why Dressing For Comfort Is Better
Than Dressing For Style

Why Dressing For Comfort Is Better
Than Dressing For Style

Nowadays, it seems like having style is one of the most important things a person can have. Knowing what to wear if you are going out to a fancy dinner or simply just hanging out with friends, it’s important to know what to wear. Although I agree, I also disagree. Yes, style is important, but you know what’s more important? Comfort.

Mason Greenwood is No Longer Sponsored By Nike Following Arrest

Mason Greenwood is No Longer Sponsored By Nike Following Arrest

Mason Greenwood, the striker for Manchester United, was recently arrested on suspicion of raping and assaulting a woman. It has also been reported that there were threats made by Greenwood to kill this woman. Allegations, along with pictures, were posted to the woman’s Instagram, but they have been deleted. Greenwood was released on bail on Wednesday. Due to the situation, Nike will no longer be sponsoring Greenwood.

Serena Williams and Nike Debut their First Collection

Serena Williams and Nike Debut their First Collection

Back in 2019, Nike and tennis star Serena Williams teamed up for a partnership. Under William’s leadership, Nike would select 10 emerging designers from underrepresented backgrounds to work on a new, Serena Williams–inspired collection from Nike’s Oregon headquarters. The collection is finally here. 

Nike Fights to Hold Onto Durant, Matches Under Armour’s $265 Million Dollar Deal

Nike Fights to Hold Onto Durant, Matches Under Armour’s $265 Million Dollar Deal

Oklahoma City Thunder player Kevin Durant’s seven year contract with Nike is coming to an end, and with competition like Under Armour offering him a 10 year contract worth $265-$285 million, Nike is fighting to hold on. Nike, who also endorses Cleveland Cavaliers player Lebron James and Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant told Durant and […]

Kanye’s Kicks On Sale and Extremely Pricey

Kanye’s Kicks On Sale and Extremely Pricey

Hip hop’s fashionable star has been seen sporting Nike’s new Air Yeezy 2 sneakers before they went on sale to the general masses. Designed by Kanye, online auction bids have escalated up to $80,000! They go on sale officially this Saturday but that hasn’t stopped eager hypebeasts from camping out for the shoes for more […]

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