Kevin Durant’s “Candies” shoe series continues with the Nike KD 19 “Candy Paint Black”, which dresses the silhouette completely in black, allowing the shoe’s design and finishes to shine. This sneaker is one of the most understated in KD’s Candy series, featuring minimal color on the outside.

A glossy molded shell covers much of the upper and flows into the heel, darkening and coating the shoe when light hits it just right. Black mesh tops the tongue for some needed texture while the laces, lining, Swooshes, midsole, and outsole remain a consistent black. Despite being all over the place, the Nike KD 19 is easy to digest thanks to the materials alternating between sleek, glossy, and textured panels.

Angled supports can be seen around the sides of the shoe, which extends into a chunky heel that adds some needed depth to the silhouette. On-brand branding is found on the tongue and laterally at the forefoot to keep the outside of the shoe as minimal as possible. KD logos on the insoles are seen in Stadium Green, which help break up all of the black around your feet.

The Nike KD 19 “Candy Paint Black” is expected to release August 19, 2026 on Nike.com and select retailers for $155.