Nike Air Max 97 Design-Inspired — "Smoke Grey" Custom Tribute AM97-SMKGY-044

A clean, classic reinterpretation of the iconic Air Max 97 silhouette — this Tribute Build layers white ripple-wave panels over midnight navy leather overlays and a smoke grey lower body, with a black mini swoosh, black "air max" heel tab, and a white midsole with chrome air unit. Three tones, zero distractions. This is the AM97 in its most refined, most wearable form — built for those who know the history and want the look without compromise.

Colorway

Smoke Grey / Midnight Navy / White / Black — a timeless three-tone palette rooted in the original AM97 OG DNA. Goes with everything, stands out everywhere.

Additional Details

• Full-length visible Air cushioning unit with chrome bubble detailing for responsive, all-day comfort
• White ripple-wave upper panels inspired by Japanese bullet train speed lines
• Midnight navy leather overlay panels for depth and contrast
• Smoke grey lower body and toe box for a grounded, versatile finish
• Black mini swoosh embroidered on the grey lateral panel
• Black "air max" heel tab with white text branding
• White midsole with clear/chrome air unit window
• Black rubber outsole for traction and durability
• White flat laces

Story / Inspiration

The Air Max 97 was born in Japan and built for speed — and the Smoke Grey Tribute Build honors that origin with a colorway that strips everything back to the essentials. White waves, navy structure, grey base. No gimmicks, no distractions. Just the silhouette doing what it was designed to do: look better than everything else on the shelf. This is the three-tone AM97 that started it all, rebuilt for today.

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-SMKGY-044

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.