Over the past few weeks, a number of grade school-sized Nike silhouettes have been appearing with a consistent theme; gradient-infused swooshes. Initially introduced atop the Nike Dunk Low, the Beaverton brand’s latest kids-exclusive collection adds the Air Max 90 in a pitch-dark effort.
The Tinker Hatfield design aptly prepares a winter-ready construction spearheaded by a ballistic mesh base layer and thick leather overlays. Doused almost exclusively in a jet-black hue, the latter embellishments pair with the tongue, laces, inner lining and heel counter for a near-clad composition. Illuminated by a crisp white midsole, the Air Max cushioning system’s bright blue innards are juxtaposed with the ridged pitch-dark surroundings. In contrast to the greyscale backdrop, a titular injection of cobalt blue treats the Air Max branded mid-foot panels before instilling a gradient along the profile swooshes that bleeds into the ink-black heel.
The grade school exclusive Nike Air Max 90 “Blue Gradient” hasn’t received a release date just yet. In the meantime, the pair can be seen ahead in detailed imagery.
In other news, Darius Garland has signed a multi-year endorsement deal with New Balance.
WHERE TO BUY
Grade School Nike Air Max 90
Retailer | Release type | Status |
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Nikestore US | Standard | Check Site |

- M 4.5 / W 6
- M 5 / W 6.5
- M 5.5 / W 7
- M 6 / W 7.5
- M 6.5 / W 8
- M 7 / W 8.5
- M 7.5 / W 9
- M 8 / W 9.5
- M 8.5 / W 10
- M 9 / W 10.5
- M 9.5 / W 11
- M 10 / W 11.5
- M 10.5 / W 12
- M 11 / W 12.5
- M 11.5 / W 13
- M 12 / W 13.5






