Quick Summary
Nike is bringing a technical edge to the Air Max 95 SE for Summer 2026, dressing the layered silhouette in a Black/Light Smoke Grey/Smoke Grey palette that leans into a more rugged, outdoorsy character than the model's typical retro presentations. The gradient concept that defines the Air Max 95 remains intact, but heavier materials and rope laces push the build into new territory without abandoning the shoe's foundational design language.
Light Smoke Grey mesh covers the tongue and upper, with ribbed textile accents adding texture across the forefoot and side panels. Each layer deepens progressively toward the ground, transitioning into black suede on the toe box and mudguard for a weightier lower half that reinforces the gradient effect. The most notable departure from the standard build comes through the lacing setup: speckled rope laces thread through grey fabric loops and anchor to a translucent toggle on the tongue, a detail that gives the shoe a trail-ready feel without straying too far from the original design. Classic Air Max 95 touches hold their ground throughout, including Air Max branding on the tongue, black Swooshes near the heel, and molded Nike Air lettering across the heel counter. Light grey lining finishes the interior, with Nike Air Max logos printed on the insoles.
Underfoot, a black midsole houses visible Nike Air cushioning in both the forefoot and heel. A blue tint washes over the Air units, introducing a subtle color contrast to an otherwise neutral build before a black rubber outsole completes the look.
The Nike Air Max 95 SE "Black/Light Smoke Grey" is set to release during Summer 2026 via Nike and select retailers. Retail pricing has not yet been confirmed. To stay informed on all things Nike and to stay up to date with the latest releases, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter.
Images via Nike.
Quick Summary
Nike is bringing a technical edge to the Air Max 95 SE for Summer 2026, dressing the layered silhouette in a Black/Light Smoke Grey/Smoke Grey palette that leans into a more rugged, outdoorsy character than the model's typical retro presentations. The gradient concept that defines the Air Max 95 remains intact, but heavier materials and rope laces push the build into new territory without abandoning the shoe's foundational design language.
Light Smoke Grey mesh covers the tongue and upper, with ribbed textile accents adding texture across the forefoot and side panels. Each layer deepens progressively toward the ground, transitioning into black suede on the toe box and mudguard for a weightier lower half that reinforces the gradient effect. The most notable departure from the standard build comes through the lacing setup: speckled rope laces thread through grey fabric loops and anchor to a translucent toggle on the tongue, a detail that gives the shoe a trail-ready feel without straying too far from the original design. Classic Air Max 95 touches hold their ground throughout, including Air Max branding on the tongue, black Swooshes near the heel, and molded Nike Air lettering across the heel counter. Light grey lining finishes the interior, with Nike Air Max logos printed on the insoles.
Underfoot, a black midsole houses visible Nike Air cushioning in both the forefoot and heel. A blue tint washes over the Air units, introducing a subtle color contrast to an otherwise neutral build before a black rubber outsole completes the look.
The Nike Air Max 95 SE "Black/Light Smoke Grey" is set to release during Summer 2026 via Nike and select retailers. Retail pricing has not yet been confirmed. To stay informed on all things Nike and to stay up to date with the latest releases, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter.
Images via Nike.
