Nike Vision Partners With Kevin Durant For Release Of 2017 KD Optical Collection

NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- New for 2017, basketball superstar and two-time gold medalist Kevin Durant is teaming up with Nike Vision for the third iteration of the collaborative line of optical eyewear. The new KD Signature Collection will feature three adult and three kid's styles in a variety of stylish shapes, colors options and patterns worn and inspired by Kevin Durant himself.

The collection boasts sophisticated colors and patterns that Nike has incorporated into KD's shoe and apparel collections. Each style also features a KD logo plaque on the inside temple tip and Kevin Durant's signature laser-etched on the core wire on the temples. With premium metal details and on-trend shapes, the collection's designs compliment Kevin Durant's off-the-court style.

Nike Vision is also releasing 35 limited-edition sets corresponding to Durant's jersey number. Limited-edition sets will feature the 36KD and 37KD styles each in an exclusive color.  Sets will be numbered from one to 35 and will include a card of authenticity. Set number 35 will be gifted to Durant himself and the remaining sets will be available for purchase at select retailers. Nike Vision will also reward one set to a lucky winner via a sweepstakes on nikevision.com. Fans can enter by submitting their e-mail address beginning on January 17 until entries close on February 14 PM EST. One winner will be randomly selected. No purchase necessary.

The 2017 NIKE KD Optical Collection will include:

ADULT STYLES:

NIKE 36KD, $275.00
The NIKE 36KD features a retro-inspired round design with acetate frames to provide a stylish update to a classic shape. This style in available in three colors including Matte Black, Crystal Clear and Tokyo Tortoise.

NIKE 37KD, $275.00
Available in three colors, the NIKE 37KD contains a square-shaped, laminated acetate frame design with contrasting colors on the top and bottom of the frame. Colors include: Matte Black, Anthracite, and Tokyo Tortoise.

NIKE 38KD, $297.00
The NIKE 38KD features a modified square shape with combination of a metal frame  front, premium core wire and customized laminated ZYL for style and durability. Available in matte black, anthracite, Tokyo tortoise and anthracite with tortoise.

KID'S STYLES: 

NIKE 3KD, $197.00  
This youth style will feature a customized acetate frame design, coupled with spring hinges for comfort and durability. A modified version of the adult NIKE 3KD, this style is available in Matte Black and Crystal Clear. 

NIKE 4KD, $197.00
With its customized acetate frame design and spring hinges to ensure comfort and durability, the NIKE 4KD is a must-have for young athletes starting the new year. Available in Matte Black and Anthracite.

NIKE 5KD, $197.00 (Young Adults)
Modified for young athletes, the NIKE 5KD is the youth version of the adult's 37KD. This style comes in Matte Black and Tokyo Tortoise, and features a customized acetate frame design with spring hinges for comfort and durability.

The Kevin Durant Signature Collection is now available for purchase at select dealers. Visit www.nikevision.com/locate-dealer/ for a full list of retailers carrying the collection and limited-edition colors. For additional news and information, follow along on social channels @NikeVison.

Local dealers include:

About NIKE, INC. 

NIKE, Inc., based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned NIKE subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, visit www.nikeinc.com and follow @Nike.

About Marchon Eyewear, Inc.

Marchon Eyewear, Inc. is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of quality eyewear and sunwear. The company markets its products under prestigious brand names including: Calvin Klein Collection, Calvin Klein platinum, Calvin Klein Jeans, Chloé, Columbia Sportswear, Diane von Furstenberg, Dragon, Etro, Flexon®, G-Star RAW, Karl Lagerfeld, Lacoste, Liu Jo, Marchon NYC, Marni, MCM, Nautica, Nike, Nine West, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sean John, Skaga, and. Marchon distributes its products through numerous local sales offices serving over 80,000 accounts in more than 100 countries.

SOURCE Nike Vision