Nike ‘EKIN’ Varsity Jacket

Offered in this lot is a rare Made in the USA EKIN varsity jacket from Nike. The moniker ‘EKIN’ (Nike spelled backward) was developed in the 1980s, symbolic of the ‘backward and forward’ product knowledge of these Nike employees. A subset of Nike workers, EKINs are the brand's trusted voice. Working closely with the product and their relevant communities, the EKIN mission is to move athletes through impassioned storytelling, while keeping the brand’s vision purposeful and authentic. 

Given exclusively to esteemed Nike employees, the jacket features a black wool body and black leather sleeves. “EKIN” embroidery is featured on the back atop a globe illustration. The Nike tagline, "There Is No Finish Line. ," is repeated around the logo.

Nike, Inc., originally founded as Blue Ribbon Sports in 1964 by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight, has evolved into a global powerhouse in the athletic footwear and apparel industry. Renamed Nike in 1971, the brand began releasing products in 1972. The company's early success was propelled by innovations like the waffle sole and endorsement deals with star athletes, such as Michael Jordan. Over the years, Nike expanded its product lines, ventured into digital technologies, and focused on sustainability and social responsibility, solidifying its status as a leader in the sports and fashion sectors. Today, Nike's iconic Swoosh logo and commitment to innovation and style continue to make it a dominant force in the global market, worn by athletes and individuals worldwide.