The Nike Ja 2 Gets Swathed in Swarovski Crystals

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As a seasoned sneakerhead with decades of collecting under my belt, I can confidently say that the Swarovski x Nike Ja 2 is a sight to behold. The opulence and exclusivity of this collaboration are undeniable, making it a must-have for any discerning collector’s closet.

Name: Swarovski x Nike Ja 2
SKU: HV9999-001
MSRP: $550 USD
Release Date: February 14, 2025

In February of 2025, both Nike and NBA player Ja Morant will once again grab the spotlight, as a Swarovski version of Ja Morant’s second signature shoe, the Ja 2 sneaker, is scheduled for release during the NBA All-Star Weekend. This new edition follows the Swarovski x Nike Ja 1, which was launched to commemorate the previous year’s All-Star Weekend. Limited in availability, expensive, and true to Swarovski’s luxurious aesthetic, this special release is sure to be a showstopper.

Without the crystal decoration, the shoe features a basic color palette combining black suede, mesh, and synthetic materials. This minimalistic base essentially serves as a blank canvas for the Swarovski embellishments. These details are strategically placed on the tongue logo, medial Swoosh, and an innovative quarter panel design on the lateral side – a “slash” graphic reminiscent of the back print on the Ja 2 “Nightmare”. This unique detail could be inspired by Morant’s Memphis Grizzlies team and is a replacement for standard Nike branding. The shoe’s tongue also includes a numbered label that reads “1 of 1999”, though it remains unclear if each pair displays a different number on this tag at the time of writing.

Anticipate that the Swarovski x Nike Ja 2 will arrive on Valentine’s Day, and it’s expected to retail for $550 USD, $150 more than the original Swarovski x Nike Ja 1. The specific release strategy is still under wraps – it could either go live on SNKRS or debut in a regional drop in San Francisco, where the 2025 NBA All-Star Game will be hosted.

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2024-12-18 19:26