Virgil Abloh Archive x Nike Cryoshot Tiempo - a new model from the archives of the Off-White founder

Off-White and Nike are teaming up again, this time drawing on Virgil Abloh's design archive. The Cryo Shot was first presented at the Virgil Abloh: The Codes exhibition in Paris in October. Held at the Grand Palais in Paris, it was the first major European exhibition dedicated to Virgil Abloh's work. The exhibition revealed Abloh's so-called design "codes"—his way of thinking, his working methods, and the visual grammar that permeated his work, from fashion and footwear, through architecture and music. Visitors were treated to over 20,000 archival objects —prototypes, sketches, finished designs, photographs, and Abloh's private collections. The exhibits included sketches, unreleased designs and prototypes, and one of the biggest surprises turned out to be these new shoes bearing the OFF logo and the iconic "AIR" inscription.

As it turned out, this was the new Nike Cryo Shot model , which will debut next year. According to the announcement, the Nike summer spread will feature a White/White/University Red/Black colorway, confirming earlier rumors of a global release.

The Cryo Shot combines a sporty silhouette with Off-White's signature design language. A sleek construction with translucent panels, technical materials, and signature Abloh details—prints, labels, and contrasting accents—create a cohesive, futuristic look. A transparent sole with Nike's new cushioning system underscores the model's experimental and futuristic nature.

This drop carries special significance. The Cryo Shot is not only a premiere sneaker, but also a continuation of Virgil Abloh's legacy , who consistently fused art, fashion, and sport into a single visual language. Despite the designer's death, his vision lives on, shaping global fashion trends. The project was based on archive materials, currently being developed by the Off-White™ c/o Virgil Abloh™ Studio team.

The Nike Cryo Shot x Off-White is expected to release globally in summer 2026. This release serves as a reminder that Abloh's legacy lives on—and his aesthetic continues to shape modern sneaker culture.