Nike Air Max 97 Premium 'Moon Particle'
Colorway: Moon Particle/Bright Crimson-Sepia Stone · Style code: 312834-205 · Release date: May 14, 2019 · Price: $240 · Availability: Available now
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Premium on the tag signals upgraded materials and finishing rather than a new shape, and this 'Moon Particle' Air Max 97 carries that treatment in an earth-toned color story. It released May 14, 2019 at $170, pairing the neutral Moon Particle and Sepia Stone base with pops of Bright Crimson. The muted foundation lets the crimson accents stand out more than they would against a brighter or metallic upper.
Welded overlays built from lightweight textile replace some of the model's usual stitched panels, aimed at keeping the upper breathable. Underneath, a full-length visible Max Air unit carries the same cushioning setup found across the rest of the line. The Premium treatment shows most in the finishing of the panel edges and stitching, details that separate this build from the standard general release version of the shoe.