Nike Blazer Release Dates
Nike released the Blazer, the up-and-coming footwear company’s first basketball shoe, in 1973. Somehow, Nike convinced NBA legend George “Iceman” Gervin to debut the new kicks on court and he loved them. The Blazer was intended to compete with adidas and Converse products so the silhouette featured, then-standard, rubber soles and was released in high-top and low-top form. The Nike Blazer has transitioned off of the basketball court and into skateboard and street culture. Look through the most admired Nike Blazer collaborations with Off-White, Supreme, Stussy and more here.
Making its first appearance on the basketball court in 1973, the Nike Blazer has since transformed from a performance-driven design to an iconic lifestyle sneaker. The Blazer was originally named after the Portland Trail Blazers, acknowledging Nike's Oregon roots, and was known for its simple design and superior ankle support. Its large swoosh and hightop silhouette stood out during the era, making it a trendsetter from the beginning.
Over the years, the Blazer has seen numerous revisions, including low-top and mid-top versions, and a myriad of collaborations and colorways. The Off-White x Nike Blazer Mid "The Ten" by Virgil Abloh and the sacai x Nike Blazer Mids, in particular, have been game-changers, pushing the boundaries of conventional design and cementing the Blazer's status as a sought-after piece among sneaker enthusiasts.
Today, the Nike Blazer is celebrated for its minimalistic yet versatile aesthetic. Its appeal spans across different generations and subcultures, highlighting its timeless design and Nike's commitment to style and innovation.
Nike Blazer Low sacai KAWS Neptune Blue
$69 $120 • DM7901-400
Nike Blazer Low 77 Off-White University Red
$96 $140 • DH7863-100
Nike Blazer Low sacai KAWS Purple
$27 $140 • DM7901-500
Nike Blazer Low 77 Off-White Electro Green
$79 $140 • DH7863-001
Nike Blazer Low sacai Medium Gray Classic Green
$58 $120 • DD1877-001
Nike Blazer Low sacai White Magma Orange
$38 $120 • DD1877-100
Nike Blazer Low sacai KAWS Red
$65 $140 • DM7901-600
Nike Blazer Mid READYMADE White
$99 $160 • CZ3589-100
Nike Blazer Mid READYMADE Black
$104 $160 • CZ3589-001
Nike Blazer Low sacai British Tan
$48 $120 • DD1877-200
Nike Blazer Low sacai Iron Grey
$60 $120 • DD1877-002
Nike Blazer Low sacai White Grey
$63 $120 • DM6443-100
Nike Blazer Low ACRONYM Night Maroon
$30 $140 • DN2067-600
Nike Blazer Mid 77 Dia de los Muertos
$105 $120 • FQ8173-104
Nike Blazer Mid '77 Waffle
$84 $110 • FZ4040-113
Nike Blazer Mid 77 DB Doernbecher
$85 $100 • DX4982-001
Nike Blazer Low ACRONYM Black
$54 $140 • DO9373-001
Nike Blazer Low Sacai Black Patent
$38 $120 • DM6443-001
Nike Blazer Low 77 Split White Silver Black
$69 $95 • DZ2544-100
Nike Blazer Mid 77 Layers of Love
$55 $110 • FZ4039-687
Nike Blazer Mid 77 Premium Toast Sail Quilted
$54 $110 • DD8024-200
Nike Blazer Low 77 Premium Halloween
$55 $100 • DQ7671-001
