Not every great sneaker release has to reinvent footwear. In fact, Nike seems to be at its strongest when it doesn't. While every other brand is busy chasing the next viral silhouette or shocking collaboration, the Swoosh continues to mine its own archive with remarkable confidence. From streetwear staples, to Indoor Football Icons and Basketball classics. They're all part of the same conversation now!
In this iteration of our our weekly lineup of Nike releases, find proof that Nike offers great design week by week. From Jordan's answer to a winter boot to a rainy day dunk and a Halloween-inspired Air Force One — you'll see, this week's all about injecting a little functionality into the familiar favorites.
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Shop this week's best Nike sneaker releases below
Air Force 1 '01 "Nightmare"
Release Date: October 23
Editor's Notes: Trick or treat: a new AF1 is here, and this one’s designed for raising hell this Halloween. Taking subtle pin-spiration from a certain horror franchise, the split black leather upper reveals Gym Red underneath, while a black-on-black midsole and outsole finish the look. An easy pick if your Halloween plans don’t involve a costume.
Air Jordan 12 "Fireside"
Release Date: October 24
Editor's Notes: Cue the starry skies and toasted marshmallows: this s’mores-inspired Jordan 12 is a sweet winter treat. Pairing Light Orewood Brown leather with Cacao Wow overlays, it takes design notes from the plushest cabin interiors. Altogether, a lovely tonal brown Jordan that arrives just in time for sweater weather.
Air Jordan 9 Retro
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: Gone are the days of retiring your favorite Jordans at the first sign of snow. A boot bursting out of the iconic Jordan 9 silhouette, this is a rugged cold-weather warrior with familiar Jumpman features. Finished with True Red and Light Olive accents, it’s one of the more trail-ready takes on the Jordan.
Dunk Low GORE-TEX
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: The Dunk has survived every trend cycle going, so a rain shell was the obvious next step. This Low keeps the premium leather and padded collar but adds waterproof GORE-TEX protection to help keep puddles at bay. The camo green and Sonic Yellow colorway plays up its foul-weather credentials, while reflective detailing adds visibility after dark.
Zoom Vomero Roam
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: The Vomero has become a staple among the chunky outdoor-runner crowd, and the Roam gives it a winter job. A rubber mudguard and durable upper help fend off city dirt and splashes, while Air Zoom units handle the cushioning. Reflective details, a lace toggle, and a hook round out its outdoor credentials. Also, the all-navy upper hides mud particularly well.
Zoom Skylon 11
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: The late-2000s aero runner is back, and it’s every bit as futuristic as it looked then. Its chunky Air Zoom midsole features Nike Free-inspired flex grooves, bringing cushioning and flexibility together. This silver-and-anthracite pair adds reflective accents — fitting for a shoe that looks like it was designed for a spaceship. An understated take on late-noughties space-age style. Sometimes, the simplest releases stand out.
Air Force 1 Mid '07 GORE-TEX Vibram
Release Date: Available Now
Editor's Notes: The AF1 has been a street staple for decades, and now it’s ready for sleet. This Mid pairs full-grain leather with waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX protection and a Vibram outsole for traction on slippery ground. A hook-and-loop closure and padded collar keep the fit snug. It’s an AF1 equipped for a proper winter, with a tonal beige-and-tan colorway that looks crisp heading into fall.
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