The Olympic x NBA Tommie Collection
Merging the NBA Logo with the 1968 Protest
This collection merges the forward-thinking NBA logo with the iconic image of Tommie Smith for a one-of-a-kind design. It's created to raise awareness, generate conversation, and inspire positive change.
The Story Behind the Design
Tommie Smith & John Carlos peacefully protested against racial injustice and in support of human rights movements after winning the Men's 200m race at the 1968 Mexico Olympics. This caused both men, including Australian ally Peter Norman, to be ostracised, removed from the IOC, and black-listed from future athletic events.
"...Smith and Carlos decided to appear on the podium bearing symbols of protest and strength: black-socked feet without shoes to bring attention to Black poverty, beads to protest lynchings, and raised, black-gloved fists to represent their solidarity and support with Black people and oppressed people around the world."
- History.com
Customisation
All items are made to order. While most designs are as-shown, we can accommodate requests for different embroidery placements or small tweaks. Contact us with your ideas.
For any custom requests, we will never proceed until you have seen and approved a digital mock-up via email. We'll work together to make sure it's perfect.
I hope you feel empowered when you wear my designs!
