PHANTACI Redesigns the Nike Air Max 95 With a Wood-Inspired Look

Taiwanese retailer PHANTACI has reunited with Nike this year, following up on their release of the Grand Piano Air Max 1 last year. This time, they’ve given the Air Max 95 a new makeover, dressing the runner in a wood grain pattern. PHANTACI has been one of Taiwan’s premier sneaker and streetwear retailers since its […] The post PHANTACI Redesigns the Nike Air Max 95 With a Wood-Inspired Look appeared first on JustFreshKicks.

Taiwanese retailer PHANTACI has reunited with Nike this year, following up on their release of the Grand Piano Air Max 1 last year. This time, they’ve given the Air Max 95 a new makeover, dressing the runner in a wood grain pattern.

PHANTACI has been one of Taiwan’s premier sneaker and streetwear retailers since its founding in 2006. Founded in part by Jay Chou, a superstar musician, the store focused on streetwear and blending music, art, and fashion. In 2009, they released their first and only collaboration with Nike, the “Grand Piano” themed Air Max 1. That release was formally retro’d in 2024, with PHANTACI once again signing on to help with the re-release. Now, the two have cooked up another special release, coming soon.

The next project from PHANTACI and Nike once again remixes an iconic Air Max shoe, this time featuring the 95, which is still deep in its anniversary celebration in 2025. PHANTACI has been given the opportunity to rework the classic model a little bit, namely by altering the lacing system, removing the usual woven webbing loops in favor or a traditional eyestay in supple leather. Additionally, paracord loops stretch down the sides of the shoes to the midsole, acting as a secondary layer of eyestays. Teh rest of the shoe is given a wood-themed look, with a grain-like pattern applied to the lower layers of the upper, and an intricate woven mesh at the top. The color starts in dark brown for the upper pieces, lightening to a pale tan shade at the soles.

PHANTACI X NIKE AIR MAX 95 “WOOD GRAIN” RELEASE INFORMATION

The new project from Taiwanese retailer PHANTACI and Nike has not been announced for release yet, but is expected to release sometime soon in 2025. Featuring a reworked pair of the Air Max 95 with a visible lacing system and wood grain detailing across its layers, pairs will likely be available from both partners and select retailers. This special release will likely come with a price tag over the $200 threshold, though this information is not available yet.

PHANTACI x Nike Air Max 95
Color: Sanddrift/Brown-Black-Dark Driftwood
Style Code: II1200-221
Release Date: 2025

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