Nike Air Max 1 Premium "Black Cat" HV8065-001

The Nike Air Max 1 Premium “Black Cat” takes a legendary silhouette and drenches it in head-to-toe darkness. Every panel, from the heel through to the toe box, comes cloaked in deep black suede, giving the shoe a sleek and moody finish. While last year’s version drew attention with a tinted Air bubble, this edition shifts the focus with a fully translucent, untinted unit under the heel. That small detail changes the balance, letting the premium material upgrades stand at the forefront.

Crafted with soft, high-quality suede, the upper elevates the icon’s look beyond the standard line-up. The tongue follows the same execution, reinforcing the shoe’s premium feel. It’s a subtle yet powerful take on a sneaker that set the benchmark in 1987 as the first to showcase visible Air cushioning.

Underfoot, the visible Max Air unit continues to provide lightweight comfort and everyday wearability. A blacked-out midsole and outsole keep the theme consistent, while the layered construction that made the Air Max 1 such a classic remains untouched. The result is a shoe that balances its experimental side with respect for the original blueprint.

With the Air Jordan 4 “Black Cat” returning to headlines this season, the timing of this release feels deliberate. Nike seems to be giving fans a complementary option—one that shares the same all-black DNA but sits on an Air Max foundation. For those who appreciate heritage silhouettes reimagined with subtle but premium upgrades, the Air Max 1 Premium “Black Cat” is a fitting addition to the lineup.