Still Air, Just Different: Air Afrique x Nike Drop the Air Max RK61 Dress Shoe

Step aside, classic dress shoes. there’s a new hybrid in town. This Air Max RK61 Dress Shoe is the result of a Nike collab with Paris-based label Air Afrique, inspired by the legendary Pan-African airline. In a sneaker world where sneakers currently are constantly blurring the lines between sporty and smart, this one lands perfectly: part loafer, part sneaker, all cult.

Stylish enough for the office, functional enough for your weekend, and just a little bit unexpected!

A closer Look at the Air Afrique x Nike Air Max RK61

The Air Max RK61 blends early-2000s Air Max vibes with traditional African moccasin design. Leather panels, a zip-over-lace setup, and Air Afrique’s signature jacquard lining give the shoe a sleek, cultured look. For now, it comes in a beige and a black colourway.

Sitting on a brand-new, dress-shoe-inspired Air Max sole, complete with green Air units referencing jet engines, this sneaker is equal parts style and story. A special detail: the Morse code along the outsole that spells out “Air Afrique”. The name of the model, RK61, references the airline’s original flight code and its founding year.

How about the Drop Date?

The Air Afrique x Nike Air Max RK61 drops in two colourways: Beige and Black. Both release globally on 9 October 2025 via Nike and select retailers.

Stay tuned to The Drop Date social channels for all the latest news. Check out more campaign visuals below!

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