Nike Air Max 95 OG Neon: the return of an Air icon

The  Nike  Air Max 95 OG Neon, legendary shoes for all those who lived through the golden age of sneakers in the '90s, are about to make their big comeback. Born to revolutionize the running world, the Air Max 95 Neon quickly became an icon of international streetwear, conquering the streets of cities worldwide. Their success was driven by their innovative design and bold "Neon" colorway, which captured the attention of runners and sneakerheads alike. Just recently, Nike, after taking us back in time with the reissue of the Total 90 III, announced this big and awaited return. Let's discover together the history of the Nike Air Max 95 OG Neon, their release date, available colorways, and what changes in this new 2026 release.

To understand the success of the Nike  Air Max 95 OG Neon , one must delve into the history of these shoes and grasp their connection with the world of running and streetwear. Defined by Rhys Mckee as “one of the greatest sneakers of all time,” the Air Max 95 was created by footwear designer Sergio Lozano back in 1995 (of course). To create this unique silhouette, Lozano was inspired by human anatomy: its side panels reproduce the texture of muscle fibers, while their lacing system borrows some details from the rib cage. Even in terms of construction, the Nike Air Max 95 Neon mix different types of leather to further evoke human skin. Finally, the Neon colorway, which appeared for the first time on this sneaker, has won over the loyal audience of one of the most iconic silhouettes among Nike's OG models.

The reason for the success of the Air Max 95 Neon is primarily linked to their innovative design, with the characteristic layered upper and visible Air unit. Much of the hype, as already highlighted, is due to the association with the world of streetwear and youth culture, which have made these sneakers a true style symbol. It is no coincidence, in fact, that many celebrities (including the notable name of Jay-Z) have worn these sneakers, making them a true cult model.

Now let's talk about the design and the new features of this new Nike release. Let's start by saying that the model presented (and soon available on our website and store) during the second SNKRS virtual showcase was the Nike Air Max 95 OG Neon. But what really changes compared to the original 1995 version?

• The layered mesh and suede upper has been kept unchanged, faithful to the original model.

• The distinctive "Neon" colorway has been reproduced in all its brilliance.

• The visible Air unit has been updated with the latest Nike technologies for optimal comfort.

• The rubber tread sole ensures excellent traction on various surfaces.

Since Nike officially confirmed, during the second SNKRS virtual showcase, the official launch of the Air Max 95 OG Neon HM4740-001, sneaker enthusiasts and nostalgics have been eager to know the release date. We made it: the Nike Air Max 95 OG Neon HM4740-001 will be released on March 5, 2026. You can purchase your Air Max 95 Neon on Urbanstaroma.com or at our physical store in Rome starting from the official launch date.

For fans of the Nike Air Max 95 OG, there’s another drop to mark on the calendar. We’re talking about the release of the Nike Air Max 95 OG "Bright Mandarin". Faithful in every way to the OG model, this Bright Mandarin version follows the aesthetic theme of human anatomy but does so with a palette focused on shades of orange. Another legend to add to your sneaker rotation. From June 1, 2025.

With this release, Nike confirms the trend of rediscovering the most iconic sneakers for street style communities worldwide. The history of this legendary Nike sneaker has been retraced and the changes to the Air Max 95 Neon 2026 introduced; all that's left is to choose your size and get ready to relive the golden age of sneakers.

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