Nike Air Max 97 Design-Inspired — "Light Bone" Custom Tribute AM97-LTBN-045

A warm, tonal reinterpretation of the iconic Air Max 97 silhouette — this Tribute Build layers light bone mesh and leather ripple-wave panels over a smoke grey mid-stripe and tan khaki lower panel, finished with a coral orange mini swoosh, bold orange "air max" heel tab, and a cream midsole with chrome air unit. The near-monochromatic palette is elevated by the coral accent that runs from the swoosh to the heel — subtle enough to stay clean, bold enough to stand out. Built for everyday wear and built to last.

Colorway

Light Bone / Desert Sand / Smoke Grey / Coral Orange — a warm, tonal earth palette with a coral accent that keeps it fresh without breaking the calm.

Additional Details

• Full-length visible Air cushioning unit with chrome bubble detailing for responsive, all-day comfort
• Light bone mesh and leather ripple-wave upper paneling
• Smoke grey mid-panel stripe for subtle tonal contrast
• Tan/khaki lower ripple panel for depth and warmth
• Coral orange embroidered mini swoosh on the lateral panel
• Orange "air max" text branding on the heel tab
• Cream/bone midsole with chrome air unit window
• Cream rubber outsole with orange Nike logo pod
• Cream flat laces

Story / Inspiration

The Air Max 97 has always been about precision — every panel, every wave, every detail placed with intention. The Light Bone Tribute Build takes that precision and applies it to one of the most wearable palettes in the AM97 catalog. The bone-to-sand gradient across the upper is interrupted only by the coral swoosh and heel tab — a single accent that ties the whole build together without overpowering it. This is the AM97 for those who dress with intention and wear with confidence.

Available Sizes

5.5, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12, 13

When Ordering

Reference item code: AM97-LTBN-045

Any likenesses, names, descriptions, similarities, or stylings referenced in this listing or shown on these sneakers are used solely to identify the design inspiration. All SRR Tribute, Fantasy Build, and Design-Inspired builds are independently made, top-quality custom footwear with no affiliations, endorsements, or connections to any brands. Some features may vary between builds.