AN ICON, REIMAGINED. The Nike Air Max 90 Premium Women's Shoe features the lightweight cushioning that made the original famous, with a revamped upper for supportive comfort. Benefits Mesh upper with leather overlays for comfort and support PU midsole with Max Air heel unit for lightweight cushioning Rubber Waffle outsole for multi-surface traction and durability Flex grooves promote natural range of motion Nike Air Max Origins Nike's revolutionary Air-Sole unit made its way into Nike footwear in 1978. In 1987, the Nike Air Max 1 debuted with visible air in its heel, allowing fans more than just the feel of Air-Sole comfort suddenly they could see it. Since then, next-generation Nike Air Max shoes have become a hit with athletes and collectors by offering striking colour combinations and reliable, lightweight cushioning.