In an unexpected fusion of athletic innovation and classic craftsmanship, Nike is reinventing one of its most distinctive silhouettes. The upcoming Air Rift "Light British Tan" edition features exquisite brogue detailing that pays homage to traditional English shoemaking while maintaining the shoe's signature split-toe design.

Key Features:

  • Premium "Light British Tan" leather upper
  • Traditional brogue perforations and wingtip detailing
  • Signature split-toe design maintained
  • Nike Air cushioning for comfort
  • Rubber outsole with special traction pattern

The crossover represents Nike's continued experimentation with blending athletic performance with high-fashion elements. The familiar Rift silhouette gets transformed through the lens of classic menswear aesthetics.

What's Next: The Kim Kardashian Effect

If you think 2025 has been a big year for the Nike Air Rift, just wait 'til 2026. Kim Kardashian's Nike SKIMS collaboration is set to release two styles next Spring — a move that will no doubt send her millions of followers into a frenzy and create plenty of noise across the industry.

SKIMS x Nike Air Rift Collection:

Style 1: Minimalist Luxe

Featuring neutral tones and sleek lines designed to complement the SKIMS aesthetic of comfort and sophistication.

Style 2: Statement Colorway

A bold, fashion-forward interpretation expected to feature the signature SKIMS palette with unexpected accents.

The Kardashian collaboration represents one of the most anticipated sneaker partnerships of 2026, promising to bring unprecedented attention to the previously niche Air Rift model.

Availability

The "Light British Tan" Air Rift is expected to release in limited quantities at select Nike retailers and online through the SNKRS app in Fall 2025. The SKIMS collaboration will follow in Spring 2026.