In the ’90s, graffiti and pop art were two art forms that were buzzing throughout the world’s art communities. Nike designer Wilson Smith drew inspiration from this ’90s culture when designing Scottie Pippen’s signature shoe, the Nike Air Uptempo. Read more
The design of the word “AIR” on the lateral sides of the sneaker nods to city scape graffiti. It follows the air bag cushioning from heel to toe. The Uptempo has made a comeback in recent years by collaborating with brands like Supreme. The Nike Air More Uptempo Supreme “Suptempo” features the brand’s name in the same style as the original Nike Air Uptempo. Another popular colorway is the Nike Air More Uptempo Olympic, which debuted in the 1996 Olympics. Shop every colorway of the Nike Air Uptempo now on StockX.
