Nike Keeps the Big Bubble Rollout Going With the Air Max 95 "Royal Blue"
The iconic silhouette receives a sharp, easy-to-wear update featuring a clean white base, a signature gradient fade, and vibrant blue and yellow accents.
by Joyce Li · HypebeastName: Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble “Royal Blue”
Colorway: White/Black-Reflect Silver-Royal Blue
SKU: IU7544-100
MSRP: $190 USD
Release Date: Summer 2026
Where to Buy: Nike
Nike is proving that sometimes the best sneaker designs don’t need to scream for attention. Continuing the momentum of its updated retro running lineup, the sportswear giant has officially unveiled the Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble in a sharp, easy-to-wear “Royal Blue” colorway. Retaining the core DNA of what makes the model an undisputed classic, the new iteration delivers a clean, perfectly balanced aesthetic that is primed for everyday rotation.
The upper of the “Royal Blue” edition sticks strictly to the familiar, anatomically inspired layered setup that has carried the silhouette for decades. A breathable white mesh builds the foundation, allowing the iconic side panels to take center stage. The model utilizes a signature gradient fade, transitioning smoothly through Reflect Silver, Royal Blue, and black as it moves downward toward the sole.
Providing a heavy anchor for the crisp upper, stark black overtakes both the durable mudguard and the chunky midsole. The dark lower half provides the perfect juxtaposition to make the Royal Blue accents pop along the lowest side stripe, the embroidered heel Swoosh, the insoles, and the exposed, oversized Big Bubble Air units. To finish off the design and inject a subtle final hit of energy, bright yellow accents are strategically placed on the tongue branding and heel details.
The Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble “Royal Blue” is expected to arrive during the Summer 2026 season.