Nike A’One “#1 Draft Pick”: Honoring A’ja Wilson’s Powerful Pink Fit

   Nike’s latest nod to WNBA royalty arrives in the form of the A’ja Wilson’s A’One “#1 Draft Pick” sneaker. An homage to A’ja’s unforgettable attire when she was selected as the #1 overall pick in the 2018 WNBA Draft. 

     At the draft, Wilson stunned  in a couture-designed, vibrant pink jumpsuit by New York designer TIA ADEOLA. Blending  femininity and power this same aesthetic is mirrored in the A’One sneaker’s gradient pink pearlized upper, transitioning from deep to soft pink hues. White patent leather Swooshes and eyelets add polish, while metallic pink branding and a sculpted lateral midsole echo the shine of her outfit. Personal touches include WILSON’s name on the heel, her signature crown inside the insole, and the handwritten quote “Weakness? We don’t got time for that.” encircling the midsole.

     The jumpsuit, was custom designed by  Tia Adeola, with similar looks showcased this aesthetic in her debut Fall/Winter 2020 collection at New York Fashion Week. 

     The A’ja Wilson x Nike A’One “1 Draft Pick” will be available August 8th for $115 via the  Nike website and select retailers.