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Nike continues to impress us with its wide-ranging footwear catalog — perhaps the most versatile in the industry. From outdoor-friendly Jordans to clogs dressed in camo, the latest drops from the athletic giant appear to be getting ready for the colder seasons ahead. This month, we’ve scoured Nike’s current range to bring you a few of our favorites.
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Nike Calm RealTree Snow
From footwear to clothing, Nike has been doing it big with its RealTree collabs this year. A favorite for nearly 40 years with hunters and outdoorsmen, the camo company has made a name for itself with its photorealistic patterns that actually mimic foliage in the wild. Back in July, we saw the pattern on a pair of Calm mules, bringing an entirely new vibe to the closed-toe recovery sandals. And now it returns in a “Snow” white colorway for wintertime, still with the same minimal construction, textured footbed, and grippy outsole you know and love. These are currently unavailable at the moment but you can check out the several other Calm colorways Nike has for grabs.
Nike Air Monarch SE Wheat
The Air Monarch IV has been considered the quintessential dad shoe ever since it debuted in 2009, but in recent years, the cross-trainer has been crossing over into the streetwear scene. However, with the new Wheat variant, the sneaker gets a new vibe entirely. More like an urban work boot than an everyday dad shoe, the colorway puts a spin on the Monarch, swapping smooth leather with light brown-colored suede across the entire upper. The mesh tongue, Swoosh logo, and gum rubber outsole completes the monochromatic aesthetic. Meanwhile, comfort is still at the forefront with the full-length Air cushioning underfoot and reliable traction as well.
Nike Vomero 18 GORE-TEX
Nike builds on the massive success of the Vomero 18 running shoes from earlier this year with a winterized version featuring a waterproof-breathable GORE-TEX membrane and Storm-Tread outsole for superior traction in wet and slippery ground. After almost two decades of being Nike’s flagship everyday runner, the 18 introduces a higher stack height (46mm), maximum cushioning, and a dual-foam midsole that includes both the ZoomX and ReactX on top of each other. If you’re looking for a new option for pounding the pavement in temperamental weather, these are the best around.
Nike Air Max 95 Neon Yellow and Black “Houseflies”
As a timely play, Nike has dressed several of its most popular silhouettes with Halloween theming. But perhaps our favorite of the bunch is this Houseflies variant of the classic Air Max 95. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the AM95 now gets a blacked-out upper — save for a speckling of white houseflies that glow in the dark. You’ll also find neon yellow-colored Air cushioning in the “Big Bubble” styling, which marked a triumphant return this year. And there’s also a small yellow Swoosh at the collar and yellow accenting on the tongue and outsole.
Nike Air Jordan 1 Element Low A/T
The Air Jordan 1s have seen their fair share of offshoots and transmogrifications, but they’ve never been quite as prepared for the trail like they do now with the Element Low A/T. Building off of the waterproof GORE-TEX-lined take on the basketball sneakers, this new version bucks AJ1 tradition by ditching the flat rubber base. Instead, Nike goes with a very outdoor-friendly outsole with aggressive lugs that look straight out of their ACG catalog. The lugs extend up the sidewall for improved grip, while a mixed-material upper blends nubuck leather and ballistic nylon for extra reinforcement. Other hiking features include reflective braided laces, dual glove-friendly pull tabs on the tongue and heel, and, of course, a GORE-TEX membrane.
