Nike Air Max kicks are enveloped in rich history. March, known as the Month of Max, culminates in #airmax day on March 26, when fans around the world are encouraged to wear their Air in celebration of the 29th anniversary of the cult shoe. With the sneaker trend here to stay for yet another season, we tapped Eleanor Pendleton to explore how to style the Air Max in a fresh, elevated way—i.e. how we'll be wearing our kicks this autumn. Enter: relaxed suiting, cropped flares, a '90s slip dress and an inherently cool attitude.
A collector's item for sneaker heads, the heritage shoe is celebrated for both its spirited design and innovative construction—it was the first shoe to use visible air as a cushioning system. Hundreds of iterations later, the Air Max is a prominent fixture in streetwear culture, owing to its past ties to film directors, cartoonists, musicians and artists alike.
Keep scrolling to see the shoot and shop our favourite Air Max kicks below.
Credits: Finders Keepers tunic and trousers (coming soon), Daniel Avakian Silk Neck Tie ($85), Givenchy Antigona Clutch ($1900), Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Essentials ($170).
Credits: Maurie and Eve Dita Jacket ($289) and Kora Pants ($199) (coming soon), Nike Air Max 90 Premium ($200).
Credits: Seed Heritage Blazer ($199) (coming soon), Daniel Avakian Chloe Gown ($400) (coming soon), Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Essentials ($170).
Credits: C/MEO Collective dress (coming soon), Nike Air Max BW Ultra ($190).
Credits: Daniel Avakian Silk Top ($220) (coming soon), Manning Cartell Studio Studies Pants ($399), Susan Driver Atoll Long Drop Tassel Earrings ($330), Nike Air Max BW Ultra ($190).
Credits: Base Range Silk Camisole ($160), Daniel Avakian Gabby Pencil Skirt ($220) (coming soon), Balenciaga Asymmetric Bow Cuff ($465), Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Essentials ($170).
Shop Air Max:
Photographer: Dave Wheeler
Styling: Amanda Stavropoulos and Jade Healy
Hair and makeup: Fern Madden
Which Air Max kicks will you be sporting on March 26? Tell us in the comments below!
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