The Nike Air Max Plus Digs Up A “Sapphire” Gradient Look

A close-to-home look for the TN staple.

Andrew Rizzo December 19th, 2025 (updated)

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The term “cult classic” doesn’t really apply to the Nike Air Max Plus anymore. Sean McDowell’s crowning Nike silhouette has evolved into a bona fide mainstream staple over the past decade, even if its star has dimmed slightly amid the ongoing wave of 2000s-inspired runners.

Up next for the TN icon is another clean gradient style, pairing Sapphire blue with Pure Platinum across the base. The Sapphire hue makes additional appearances within the Air units and on the midfoot shank underfoot, while white Swooshes are used on the upper to pop against the black TPU overlays.

The Nike Air Max Plus “Sapphire” is due out Spring 2026 via Nike and select retailers, priced at $185 USD. See official images below and head to our Sneaker Release Dates page to browse more upcoming pairs by the Swoosh.

In related news, the Air Max 95 continues to surface in new colorways.

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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.

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