A’ja Wilson’s latest Nike A’Two PE takes cues from Disney’s Mulan, linking the iconic character’s brave narrative to the ongoing advancement of women’s basketball.

This distinctive color scheme follows Wilson’s recent “Susie Carmichael” PE, which paid homage to Rugrats. In this iteration, Nike has styled the A’Two with colors echoing Mulan’s wardrobe, and has woven in various features inspired by the well-known cartoon.

Shiny blue patent leather is utilized on the toe and sides of the shoe, forming the blank canvas for black dragon and cloud patterns. The artwork acts as a reference to Mushu, Mulan’s adventurous and talkative sidekick.

Jade green and yellow accents are placed strategically throughout the design, while a fiery red Swoosh serves as another homage to Mushu. Flower lace tab at the heel finishes off the theme while giving the kicks a more ornamental look.

The concept is very appropriate for Wilson. The heart of Mulan’s story lies in her demonstrating her power within a context that began by underestimating her. This can relate to how women in sports have had to continuously prove themselves. Wilson’s rise to the top and the WNBA’s growing popularity are starting to silence those questions.

The Nike A’Two “Mulan” PE is not expected to drop publicly anytime soon. For now, it looks to be a special pair made exclusively for A’ja Wilson.

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