Nike Air VaporMax 97 Metallic Cashmere (Women'S)

Nike hasn't been afraid to mix and match different elements from its various Air Max sneakers over time. The Nike Air VaporMax 97 Metallic Cashmere (Women's) is a great example of this, as it includes elements from both the iconic Air Max 97 and the revolutionary Air VaporMax sneakers.

The upper on this Air Max 97 x Air VaporMax sneaker is pulled directly from the classic AM97 silhouette. It has the same water-ripple design that put the AM97 on the map, and this design is done up in a Metallic Cashmere colorway to make it stand out. This upper is then strategically positioned on top of the midsole and outsole from the Air VaporMax sneaker. It gives the shoe a full-length Air-Sole unit for added comfort and aesthetic appeal.

Our sneaker experts have seen their fair share of mashups like this, and they're pleasantly surprised by how well this one works. It's a thoughtfully designed mashup that successfully combines something old with something new. The Nike Air VaporMax 97 Metallic Cashmere (Women's) was released in women's-exclusive sizes on March 15, 2018, for a retail price of $190.