Hold tight, because this is not a drill. After months of rumors and clandestine photos from film sets, we have official confirmation: Palace Skateboards is joining forces with Nike to take on the absolute holy grail of British streets – the Air Max 95. The premiere announced for April 10, 2026, is a moment when streetwear history comes full circle.
Changing of the guard: Why Nike, not Adidas?
For over a decade, Palace was inextricably linked with Adidas. Together they created dozens of models, from Palace Pro to technical Juventus kits. However, in the world of fashion, loyalty has an expiration date. Palace's move to the Nike camp is a purely strategic one. Nike has models in its archives that form the DNA of British "Roadman" culture – and nothing screams "London" louder than the Air Max 95, known on the islands simply as "110s" (after their original price in pounds).
Sergio Lozano and the anatomy of the human body
To understand the power of the AM95, we must mention its creator. In 1995, Nike designer Sergio Lozano shocked the world by drawing inspiration from human anatomy. The layered side panels were meant to resemble muscles and tendons, the nylon lace loops were ribs, and the midsole was the spine. It was also the first shoe with a visible Air unit in the forefoot. It was aggression enclosed in the form of a running shoe, which quickly became the uniform of London and Tokyo nightlife.
About the project: Palace gives a new texture to the legend
According to information revealed by SNKRDUNK, Palace didn't take the easy way out. Instead of just changing colors, Leca Tanju's team played with the shoe's structure.
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Materials: Classic nubuck and mesh have been replaced with technical panels that have a more "raw," almost outdoor character. There's talk of using reinforced nylon and subtle, reflective 3M details, which are a hallmark of both brands.
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Branding: Palace is known for its discretion intertwined with audacity. The "Palace" logo appears on the tongue (where the Air Max lettering usually is) and on the insoles. Rumors say that the iconic Tri-Ferg has been subtly embossed on the heel of the shoe.
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Colorway: Initial leaks show a palette based on dark grays, deep navy, and neon accents (dubbed "Volt" or "Solar Red"), which is a direct nod to the original 1995 releases, but with a modern, Palace flair.
This is not just a shoe, it's Palace's declaration of independence. After years of romance with the three stripes, the London crew is returning to its roots in the most British Nike model in history.
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