Among the most popular models created by Nike for the late Kobe Bryant, the 2012 Kobe 8 System continued the popularity of low-cut basketball shoes, following up on Bryant's first low-top signature Kobe 4 and later the Kobe 6. Designed by Nike designer and Bryant’s close collaborator Eric Avar, the Kobe 8’s design features an Engineered Mesh upper and Lunarlon insole. Noteworthy colorways include the 'Radiant Emerald,' 'Court Purple' and 'Venice Beach' makeups.
