The Complete Nike Mercurial Kylian Mbappé Signature Edition Timeline
Fri, Oct 01.21
Kylian Mbappé is a global sensation and he's showing no signs of stopping. Nike rate the French striker so highly that they kicked off their first signature Mercurial Superfly boots with him back in 2019. A vote of confidence which has been paid back in fine fashion on the pitch.
Today is the release of his newest signature edition and with a total of 6 so far, we thought we'd run through all of them to get you up to speed. There's been some absolute classics and it's hard for us to decide which is number one!
Read on as we look at the complete Nike Mercurial Kylian Mbappé signature edition timeline.
To kick things off we have to go back to 2019. The debut signature edition was the Nike Mercurial Superfly 7 'Bondy Dreams'. This was a fitting start with Nike going back to the beginning of Mbappé's story for the design inspiration.
Mbappé’s rise from Parisian schoolboy to the top of the world is evident with his relationship with Nike. At 20 years of age at the time of this release, Mbappé became the youngest ever player to receive a personal collection from Nike. If that's not good enough for you - it also made him the first French footballer to receive one as well.
Mbappé’s hometown of Bondy, located in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, played a big role here. From the colourway to elements chronicaled throughout - it's hard to find negatives. It's a bold release that doesn't remind us of anything else. Totally fresh, new and exciting - just like the man himself.
Looking at the colourway the first thing you'll notice is its different. There haven't been too many drops over the years which have utilised grey, green and gold. The colours came together in an elevated fashion though and there's a story behind each. That's something we love - when everything is connected for a reason.
The use of 'Cold Grey' was a nod to the Parisian suburb of Bondy. Green was the prevailing theme throughout which referenced Bondy's rural past. The trees on the communes coat of arms and the green shirts worn by AS Bondy also served as inspiration.
What made the release stand out with star power were the touches of gold. Gold was used on the upper and soleplate which made reference to France’s World Cup triumphs and his own personal achievements to date.
Other key highlights seen on the boot are the Swoosh detailing with NIKE x MBAPPE X BONDY in raised gold lettering inside the Swoosh silhouette. The sockliner included French flags and the toe box sees 93, Bondy's zip code, stamped in gold as well.
Our favourite detail comes through on the heel with the traditional Mercurial logo changed to Mbappé in the Mercurial font.
As debut releases go we think Nike absolute crushed this one. If you have it as part of your collection well done. All this is going to do is grow in value over time. That's if you're willing to part ways with it one day.
Mbappé Superfly Rosa Pink Panther
The second drop for Mbappé was even brighter than the first and once again had a cool back story. Back when he was younger he pleaded with his parents to get the Pink boots one of his idols, Franck Ribéry, was wearing. What were they? The 2008 Nike Mercurial Vapor Rosa.
The Vapor Rosa acted as the inspiration behind signature edition 2. The design revived the vibrant 2008 version, aiming to remind Mbappé of the life lessons he learn from his mother. Particularly around the importance of hard work and determination.
When he pleaded with his parents to get him the Vapor Rosa as a child, his parents made him work for the pair. They agreed that if he worked hard at school for long enough then they would get them for him. Sure enough, the young starlet worked his socks off and got the boots from his parents in the end, he got them. They're a pair he still holds dear to his heart.
The colourway is bold and vibrant. The design took lessons from the speed-focused assets featured on the original boot, while modernizing the design aesthetic with a lightning bolt Swoosh leading to the toe. The chrome soleplate and finishes in the skin of the upper, along with KM and Mercurial logos, completed one hell of a boot.
For the third signature edition Nike brought together two of the best athletes in the world. The ‘Chosen 2’ pack saw basketball and football combine for special edition Mercurial Superfly and LeBron 18's shoes.
Mbappé debuted the boots in Mauricio Pochettino’s first game in charge, playing an important role in the build up to PSG’s equalising goal.
Design details across the ‘Chosen 2’ Mercurial included a KM x LBJ pattern across the black upper. The boots also featured pops of silver and an iridescent finish. A ‘Chosen One’ ambigram logo is found on the boots toe and 3D KM and LBJ logos on the heel tabs.
One of the best features is the double Swoosh sits on the forefoot and on the sock liners. A football x basketball pitch/court graphic appears on the left and a LeBron x Kylian ambigram appears on the right.
Both Mbappé and LeBron James received the sneaker and boot combo in a special presentation box. The box utilised the same pitch/court design to separate each and each half of the box contained the respective footwear piece.
Mercurial 'Mbappé Flames' Superfly VIII
The Mbappé Flames took inspiration from the young stars standing in the game. It's clear he's the hottest property in world football, with everyone after his signature (if they can afford it!). How do you portray that onto his latest signature edition? Simple. Flames. A design feature Kylian himself was keen to see implemented.
The flames in the design also relates to speed. He's one of the fastest players on the planet. His energy is electric and his feet are firing with goals tallying up with every game. He really is immense even at the young age of 23 - it feels like he's been around for ages.
The colours utilised to make this a real standout design are Light Thistle, Metallic Silver and Bright Crimson. These three colours join a lilac base, with the overlaying crimson colouring bringing through the flame vibes into the design. The flame rises up on the lateral side from the toe area.
There's pops of silver throughout to add glow to the light areas of the boot, while the Swoosh stands out in black. The insole and heel showcases the 'KM' branding and more flame graphics. A stunning release.
Air Zoom Mercurial 'Mbappé
This innovative Air Zoom Merurial 'Mbappé' marked Mbappé's fifth signature edition collaboration with Nike and draws inspiration from the iconic Jordan 7 silhouette along with Parisian afropop culture.
This release marked the first player-specific iteration of the new model, and the colour scheme showcased a captivating "Dark Beetroot/University Blue/Metallic Vivid Gold" combination. The Swoosh incorporated a clever personalised touch for this release, forming an 'M' that seamlessly blends into the design of Mercurial. This subtle yet distinct feature reflects Mbappé's initials and creates a unique link to the player. The 'KM' logo also makes an appearance on the collar, maintaining its traditional placement near the tongue area. Additional intricate details adorn the instep's Air branding with an intelligent pattern, while the heel introduces a stylish contrast in the shade of blue, complemented by dashes of purple and red accents.
This special edition of the Nike Air Zoom Mercurial created in collaboration with Mbappé signified a fusion of sports innovation, signature style, and cultural influences. This dynamic release not only paid homage to a legendary basketball silhouette but also encapsulated elements of Parisian culture, elevating the football boot into a realm of personalised artistry and performance. Yet another classic from Nike.
Kylian Mbappé Mercurial
It's time for the newest release and another chapter in the Kylian Mbappé signature Nike series. The Kylian Mbappé Mercurial is here. The latest iteration takes a leap into the realm of comic books and manga, driven by Mbappé's affection for them. The design draws inspiration from his favourite manga series, "Whistle!", with this release fusing football and storytelling through the comic boot style colourway. The design elements reflect the dynamic energy and narrative essence of manga, making every stride on the field a step into Mbappé's world of imagination and passion for both.
Keen to get your hands on the latest Mercurial Mbappé football boots? Get yours in stores or online at ultrafootball.com now.
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