Nike Strips the Badges Off the Air Max 90 for a Full-Leather Olive Pair
Nike is dropping a cleaner, quieter Air Max 90 on November 13, 2026. The Medium Olive (style code IV4504-201) is priced at $170 and swaps the usual mesh and plastic hardware for olive leather from toe to heel, with no side window branding and no raised Nike Air emblem on the heel.
What is different on this Air Max 90
The classic 90 leans on layered mesh and molded plastic. This pair goes the other way. Smooth olive leather covers the toe box and the side quarters, perforated leather frames the lacing area instead of the usual plastic eyestays, and a blank stitched leather overlay sits where the side window and mudguard branding normally live. Mesh only shows up on the inner collar lining.
The color story is almost entirely tonal. The Swooshes, laces, mudguards and stitching stay in the same olive family, and the midsole follows suit. The one contrast comes from the dark ribbed cassette around the visible heel Air unit and the dark rubber outsole with its forefoot waffle tread. Sneaker News also reports a black version at the same price landing alongside it, though Nike has not detailed that pair.
Who it suits
If you like the Air Max 90 shape but find the stock branding busy, this is the one to look at. The monochrome leather reads dressier than a mesh runner, so it works with dark denim, cargo pants and workwear without clashing. Leather also tends to feel a little stiffer out of the box than mesh, so give it a few wears. Men’s sizing is all that has been reported so far.
How it compares
Nike has been pushing the Air Max line in bolder directions lately, as seen on the Nike Air Max DN8 Pink Gaze. The 90 Medium Olive goes the opposite way: familiar shape, nearly no logos, one color. For anyone who owns a few loud pairs, it fills the quiet slot.
Where to buy
Nike lists the release for November 13, 2026 at $170 through Nike and select retailers. You can check the official Nike launch calendar for the latest. Earlier olive Air Max 90 pairs are also available now if you do not want to wait.
FAQ
When does the Nike Air Max 90 Medium Olive release?
Nike is slated to release it on November 13, 2026.
How much is it?
The listed retail price is $170 USD.
Is it a general release?
Reports point to Nike and select retailers, with some outlets mentioning the SNKRS app. Expect Nike to confirm the exact launch method closer to the date.
Does it have the usual Air Max 90 badging?
No. The side window branding and the raised Nike Air heel emblem are removed, leaving only small Nike logos on the tongue and insoles.
