Some sneakers take the Year of the Tiger seriously and they show this right on their uppers. Other sneakers however have a more creative way of showing their penchant for the Tiger, but when you do see their creations, you have no choice but fall in love with the kicks.

This is the case with the Nike LeBron VII (7) PS – Black/Varsity Red sneaker was inspired by the Nike Air Max LeBron VII but got some innovative touches all over. The sneaker is set to drop at selected retailers by March 27th.

While this sneaker has a lot of similarities with its inspiration, you will however see some notable difference like the Zoom Air on the new sole, which replaced the 360 Air cushion. Look around the collar and you will notice the quilted-like black material used on it.

And while you’re at it, you surely would not miss the big red tongue with some perforations on it. The Nike LeBron VII (7) PS – Black/Varsity Red sneaker comes in a primarily black upper, with Flywire in red and grey all over the side panels.

But more than anything else, it is the embedded tiger design on the heel which gives the Nike LeBron VII (7) PS – Black/Varsity Red sneaker the thrill.