Gold Branding Rounds Out This Nike Air Max 97 “Black/Royal”

Jovani Hernandez February 3, 2023

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Despite celebrating its 25th anniversary last year, the Nike Air Max 97 continues to demand the spotlight.

Ahead of spring, the revolutionary design by Christian Tresser appeared in a new black, royal blue, and gold color combination. Base layers feature a rich blue hue, while panels covering them exchange the animated tone with pitch-dark finishes. A metallic touch, then, is isolated to swoosh branding on the top of the tongue and mid-foot, as well as the pull tab at the spine.

Underfoot, the game-changing cushioning solution maintains a relatively muted arrangement. Foam and rubber components favor a black look that complements much of the upper, while the big Air Max bubble switches up with a light grey makeover.

Enjoy official images of the pair ahead, and anticipate a nike.com launch before summer.

In related sneaker news, the Air Jordan 2023 lineup has something for everyone.

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Mens Nike Air Max 97

SKU: FN3408-001

RETAIL PRICE: $180

RELEASE DATE: 2025

US 2025

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Jovani Hernandez, Editor

Jovani Hernandez joined Sneaker News in December 2019. He’s covered breaking news about adidas Yeezy and interviewed Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky amongst his 5,800 posts. A sub-5-hour-marathoner, he now enjoys running sneakers the most, but fondly reminisces about Nike Basketball and Sportswear from 2007 to 2014.