Supreme Is Collaborating on Nike’s Original Air Max Sneaker for the First Time
Okay, sneakerheads and Supreme collectors, I’ve got news that made me literally spill my morning coffee all over my keyboard. Trust me, the cleanup was worth it for this bombshell: Supreme is finally—yes, FINALLY—collaborating on Nike’s OG Air Max 1. I’ve been covering streetwear collabs for over a decade, and somehow these two giants have never touched the iconic Air Max 1 together. Until now.
I remember camping outside a store in 2008 for my first Supreme drop (a story for another day that involves a half-eaten sandwich and a very angry security guard), and the anticipation I’m feeling for this release brings back all those jittery feelings.
What’s Coming in Spring 2025
Let’s break down what we know about this partnership that’s been way too long in the making. The Supreme x Nike Air Max 1 collection is dropping in Spring 2025 with four colorways that’ll have you reaching for your credit card faster than I reach for seconds at a buffet.
We’re getting white, black, speed yellow, and varsity purple options. I can already tell the yellow ones are gonna be impossible to keep clean, but I’ll probably try to grab them anyway because, well, I make terrible financial decisions when it comes to sneakers.
Each pair is built with premium leather uppers, which means they’ll probably feel like butter on your feet. Last week I was wearing my old Air Max 1s that I’ve had since forever, and the leather has only gotten better with age—kinda like George Clooney, but for your feet.
The Details That Make These Special
These aren’t just regular Air Max 1s with a Supreme logo slapped on (though let’s be honest, we’d still line up for those). The collab features some pretty sweet details that justify the hype.
The white leather Swoosh comes with a debossed snakeskin pattern, which I got to see in some leaked photos. It’s subtle but adds that little something special—like when you add fancy salt to regular food and suddenly feel like a gourmet chef.
There’s also embroidery featuring Supreme’s “World Famous” slogan and “1994,” marking the year Supreme first opened its doors in New York. I still remember my first visit to the original store. I was so intimidated I pretended to get a phone call and walked out without buying anything. True story.
Of course, these kicks come with the classic foam midsole and visible air unit that made the Air Max 1 revolutionary when it debuted back in 1987. I wasn’t even born yet, but I appreciate the history—kinda like how I appreciate vinyl records despite growing up with MP3s.
When and Where to Cop
Mark your calendars for March 20th, when these beauties drop on Supreme’s website and in their physical stores. If you’re in Asia, you’ll have to wait until March 22nd for the international release.
Based on my previous experiences with Supreme drops, here’s my advice: have your credit card info saved, make sure your internet is working properly, and maybe do some finger stretches. I once lost out on a Supreme x North Face jacket because my cat jumped on my keyboard at the crucial checkout moment. Don’t be like me—prepare your battle station.
Each pair will retail for $170 USD, which honestly isn’t too bad considering what we’ve seen from other high-profile collabs. Of course, the resale market will probably triple that price within hours, because that’s just how the sneaker world works these days.
My Thoughts on the Collab
I’m genuinely surprised it took this long for Supreme to work on the Air Max 1. They’ve done the Air Max 98, the Air Max Plus, and even the Air Max Goadome, but somehow never touched the original until now.
Last night I was digging through my closet looking at my collection of Air Max 1s, and I realized I’ve accumulated 12 pairs over the years. My partner thinks I have a problem, but I prefer to call it a “focused interest.” These Supreme versions will make lucky number 13 if I can beat the bots.
Will they live up to the hype? Probably. Supreme rarely misses, and the Air Max 1 is one of those shoes that’s almost impossible to mess up. I’m particularly eyeing the varsity purple colorway, which would go perfectly with this vintage Lakers jacket I picked up at a thrift store last summer.
Whether you’re a longtime collector like me or just getting into the sneaker game, this is definitely a release worth paying attention to. Just don’t tell my financial advisor I’m planning to try for all four colorways. Some things are better kept between us sneakerheads.
See you in the virtual line on drop day!
