The Grey Gradient Reigns Supreme On The Nike Air Max 95

The perfect colorway?

Sneaker News December 26, 2024

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In 1995, some unbelievable sneaker magic happened when the Air Max 95 first hit store shelves. Anyone who remembers seeing the sneaker can recall the visceral reaction to laying eyes on the 95 for the first time, and 2025’s 30th Anniversary remembrance of the model might be enough to win back sneaker fanatics who have strayed to other brands.

While not the original “Neon” colorway (those are also coming out next year), this Nike Air Max 95 boasts a near-perfect concoction as it relies on the iconic grey gradient on the upper layers of the shoes. Starting from the lightest shade at the bottom, the hues get gradually darker before submitting to the full black on the uppermost crust, blending in with the mesh, toe-cap, and midsole.

White breaks through via the lace eyelets and the shrunken Swoosh on the heel while also appearing at the fore-foot traction pods. Don’t you dare call these the Pandas.

Nike is confirmed to release this newest Air Max 95 in early 2025 for $175.