synthetic on the structural sections

The Samba left Brazilian futsal courts in the early 1950s

this colorway captures the DNA of the original 1997 silhouette — the one that established Air Max as the standard — without any stylistic detours

This Black Pure Silver version takes the minimalist formula further

No design detours

Nike Air Max 97 Leopard Taille:36.5 EU synthetic on the structural sectionsThe Air Max 97 arrived in 1997 with revolutionary geometry: smooth side rails, visible air window from the side. It remains relevant twenty five years later because Tinker Hatfield built a timeless anatomy. This leopard version is based on that proven foundation. The animal print pattern breaks the neutrality of the silhouette without distorting it a choice that turns a classic into a fashion piece without sacrificing its technical structure.