Caitlin Clark Debuts Taylor Swift-Inspired Nike Caitlin 1s 'Friendship Bracelet' Sneakers
Caitlin Clark, the point guard for the Indiana Fever, etched her name in WNBA history by becoming the first player to achieve back-to-back games with at least 30 points and 10 assists. During a matchup against the Connecticut Sun, she showcased a new colorway of her Nike sneakers, dubbed the 'Friendship Bracelet' Caitlin 1s, which draw inspiration from Taylor Swift. The shoes boast a pink blush gradient, a gold Nike swoosh, and Clark's logo in cobalt blue. The laces are adorned with beads and charms that spell out 'CC' and '22', a nod to her initials and jersey number, as well as Swift's song '22'. The highly anticipated 'Friendship Bracelet' Caitlin 1s are set to release in October.
Key facts
- Caitlin Clark became the first WNBA player with consecutive games of 30 points and 10 assists.
- Clark debuted the 'Friendship Bracelet' Nike Caitlin 1s during a game against the Connecticut Sun.
- The sneakers feature a pink blush gradient, gold swoosh, and laces with beads and charms spelling 'CC' and '22'.
- The design is inspired by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour friendship bracelet trend.
- The trend originated from the lyric 'So make the friendship bracelets' in Swift's song 'You're On Your Own, Kid'.
- Clark previously wore Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Eras Tours' in June, a player exclusive.
- Clark and Swift were seen together at a Kansas City Chiefs playoff game in January 2025.
- The 'Friendship Bracelet' Caitlin 1s are scheduled to drop in October.
Entities
Artists
- Caitlin Clark
- Taylor Swift
Institutions
- Indiana Fever
- Nike
- Connecticut Sun
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Houston Texans
- WNBA
Locations
- Indiana
- Connecticut
- Kansas City
- Houston