Nike Is Bringing Back An Air Max 90 From 2002

A real "if you know, you know" sort of pair.

Andrew Rizzo December 11th, 2025 (updated)

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Though unquestionably lower on the pecking order than the Nike Air Max 95 this year, the Air Max 90 has still managed to carve out its fair share of moments, including a Grateful Dead x Oregon project and, more recently, a Size? collaboration celebrating the retailer’s 25th anniversary.

Next up is the return of a beloved style originally released in 2002. Two key texture swaps define the look: black croc skin leather on the quarter panel and Coconut Milk satin on the toe box, collar, and tongue. Note that the 2002 release featured leather, not satin in those areas. Grey Swooshes and Nike Air branding tie in with the mudguard window and midsole wedge, while a Coconut Milk midsole and black outsole round out the pair underfoot.

The Nike Air Max 90 “Croc Skin” aka “Coconut Milk/Black” releases December 23rd via Nike SNKRS for $155. Return to our Where To Buy section below for purchasing links on release day.

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Mens Nike Air Max 90

SKU: IO4468-100

RETAIL PRICE: $155

RELEASE DATE: Dec 23, 2025

US 12/23/2025 Tuesday

Retailer	Release type	Status
Nike SNKRS US	Standard	Coming Soon

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.