KOBE 9 ELITE “PERSPECTIVE” IMAGES + RELEASE INFO

The “Perspective” colorway of the Kobe 9 Elite is one of three Nike has unveiled. The shoe is inspired by Pablo Picasso’s “Blue Period” in which he painted in blue or blue-green. The release date for the “Perspective” colorway is March 8th and the price is $225.

The blue period was a three year-stretch (1901-1904) of artistic brilliance by the Spanish cubist painter, whose artwork during this time featured shades of blue and blue-green.  Inspired by the Spanish master, Bryant brings a similar beauty to his game. This Spaniard showed versatility beyond painting with his sculpting, ceramics and printmaking and he serves as the guiding inspiration to thisKOBE 9 Elite Perspective colorway. – Nike