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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.

Let us know which Black History Month shoe is your favorite, in the comments down below.

In any given year, you can expect apparel trends to be wildly different than the previous year. This is ultimately because tastes are constantly changing and fluctuating. Additionally, influencers are oftentimes doing their own thing, and then eventually, others follow suit.

Throughout 2022, there is no doubt that the trends were peculiar, yet interesting. Every single year, Alias comes out with its Seller Report, which comes with a plethora of unique data points on consumer trends. Subsequently, we now know that fashion trends such as Barbiecore, Y2K, Utility, and Vintage were all the rage this year.

Moreover, there were some big brands that stole the show. For instance, Jerry Lorenzo’s Fear of God Essentials has proven to be the biggest apparel brand in the entire world. This is based on two metrics: want, and sales.

Furthermore, Sp5der is receiving a considerable amount of praise this year as it is growing at an extraordinary rate. According to Alias’ report, the brand is seeing a 918 percent increase in sales, year over year. Needless to say, it is good time to be getting into Sp5der.

What Is Barbiecore?

First off, you may be asking yourself, what even is Barbiecore? Well, what do you think of when you picture a Barbie doll? Pink probably immediately comes to mind. By making a few simple deductions, you would come to the conclusion that Barbiecore is all about pushing an unrelenting bright pink aesthetic. Hot pink is especially popular within this style, and throughout 2022, consumers couldn’t get enough of this look.

If you need an example of what this aesthetic looks like, look no further than this pink hoodie from Sp5der. The piece features some loud graphics on the front, while the base of the hoodie has a hot pink hue. Overall, it is a cool piece that is available in numerous sizes.

Y2K Apparel

The term Y2K is typically associated with that bizarre time period in which we thought the new millennium would kill us all. Of course, nuclear annihilation never happened, however, the fashion trends were quite unique. The 2000s brought forth this desire to jump into the future, while also maintaining 90s sensibilities. As a result, Y2K apparel is typically loud yet baggy. Moreover, it can also be shiny, which speaks to futuristic sensibilities.

Overall, 2022 has proven to be a huge year for the Y2K look. After all, it has been 20 years since the turn of the century. For those of you out there who want to get in on this trend, these wide-leg jeans from Marni are a great start. They are currently available in a wide variety of sizes.

Utility

The utility trend is one that certainly speaks for itself. We have seen this coming over the years as numerous brands continue to add utilitarian elements to their clothing. One could just look at the Travis Scott Air Jordan 1 and 6 to see what we are talking about.

Additionally, another new aesthetic is called gorpcore. Jason Chen of The Cut actually popularized the phrase, which meant to be short for “good ol’ raisins and peanuts.” The point here is that now, hiking gear and “outdoorsmenship” have gone high fashion. Numerous brands are coming through with their own takes on gorpcore, including Supreme and The North Face who came through with a unique Gore-Tex Fleece. Currently, this piece is selling on the secondary market for prices between $1,000 and $1,800.

Vintage Apparel

Speaking of trends that also speak for themself, we finish off this list with some good old vintage. According to Alias, vintage letterman jackets have seen a year-over-year desire increase of 96 percent. Furthermore, vintage tees have increased in sales by 312 percent.

These pieces are characterized by their large graphics, unique color schemes, and references to pop culture. Anything that harkens back to the past can be considered “vintage.” One notable piece of vintage is this BAPE x Mitchell & Ness Yankees jacket from 2018. The blue colorway is gorgeous and will complement any fit nicely.

Let us know your favorite 2022 apparel trend, in the comments down below.

Best Sneakers Celebrating Black History Month