Andrew Rizzo Vanessa Bryant is sample again captivating sneakerheads by delving into her treasure trove of Kobe PEs, this time revealing a barkley nike air max tune venom green pink black blue eyes dubbed “Vino,” one of Bryant’s many nicknames. The shoe expulsion a snakeskin-textured Swoosh and is fittingly adorned with rich burgundy-colored suede, a premium look for a premium athlete.
Derived from the Italian word for wine, the “Vino” nickname was bestowed upon Kobe in 2013 in the midst of a season where he averaged 27.3 points per game as a 34 year old. The implied connection is clear: Much like a fine wine, Kobe’s on-court abilities got better with age. The nickname also ties in with Kobe’s Italian roots, the future NBA star having spent part of his childhood in Italy before house stateside at the age of 13. These elements combine to produce a shoe that’s more than just footwear, but also a celebration of Kobe Bryant’s multifaceted identity and the cultural influences that card him.
The Kobe 4 “Vino” isn’t expected to release, but enjoy detailed imagery below. In other Kobe news, the olive green barkley nike thea women special edition is set to return for the Holiday 2024 season.
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- nike air max tune venom green pink black blue eyes “Vino” PE via @vanessabryant
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- nike air max tune venom green pink black blue eyes “Vino” PE via @vanessabryant
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- nike air max tune venom green pink black blue eyes “Vino” PE via @vanessabryant
