Nike Adds the Air Rift to the "United in Victory" Collection

In continuation of the split-toe sneaker’s return this year.

Footwear
3.9K 2   Comments
Prefer Hypebeast on Google
Save

When it comes to leveraging its archive, Nike has found many different ways to keep its silhouettes from various eras both modern and active. From unique twists via collaborations to model variants and new colorways, the Swoosh has its eyes on the future as much as it has them on the past. While sneakers such as the Zoom Vomero 5 have been constantly pushed throughout 2023, the Air Rift has maintained a lowkey presence with just a few looks popping up from Nike thus far.

Adding to the list, the Air Rift now joins the “United in Victory” collection — previously spotted across the Air Force 1 Low, Air Max Plus and Air Max 90. As with the other sneakers involved, the letters “N” and “U” — an acronym for “Nike United” — are spread throughout the beige base in a white with black shadow finish. This light brown also touches down on the shoe’s signature midfoot strap while a bonus golden Swoosh keychain accessory serves as the cherry on top.

While much of the Nike “United in Victory” collection has already released, the Air Rift is set to join the fray later this year. Look for it to land on shelves via the Swoosh and select retailers in women’s sizing in the coming months.

Stay tuned for updates regarding this drop and for more of the latest news from the footwear space, last week saw Nike reveal the Calm Mule, leading to an official showcase of its colorways today.

Read Full Article
Text By
Share this article
In This Article
Logan Fairbrother Associate Editor

Logan Fairbrother is a writer who spent four years at Hypebeast, where he led the footwear vertical and spearheaded the weekly “Best Footwear Drops” franchise. Based in Portland, OR, his work centered on industry analysis and product storytelling, extending into fashion and gaming, with a focus on how products are positioned and resonate within culture.

What to Read Next

The Nike Air Rift Receives an Icy “Celestine Blue” Treatment
Footwear

The Nike Air Rift Receives an Icy “Celestine Blue” Treatment

Anchored by gold-tone strap buckles.

MoMA and Nike Return With a Two-Pair Air Rift 2 Pack in Bright, Gallery-Ready Colors
Footwear

MoMA and Nike Return With a Two-Pair Air Rift 2 Pack in Bright, Gallery-Ready Colors

Green and black makeups carry museum branding on the lace panels and insoles of the split-toe runner.

Nike's Air Rift Mesh Is a Breathable Update to One of the Brand's Most Distinctive Silhouettes
Footwear

Nike's Air Rift Mesh Is a Breathable Update to One of the Brand's Most Distinctive Silhouettes

The split-toe icon gets a lightweight mesh upper in Black/White/Black.


The Nike Air Rift 2 "Summit White/Swan" Brings the Split-Toe Slip-On Back for Summer 2026
Footwear

The Nike Air Rift 2 "Summit White/Swan" Brings the Split-Toe Slip-On Back for Summer 2026

The women’s-exclusive colorway pairs Summit White neoprene and Swan grey mesh with Ice Blue Swoosh accents on the revived 2002 silhouette.

Rae Sremmurd Is "Sexy" Indeed in New Music Video
Music

Rae Sremmurd Is "Sexy" Indeed in New Music Video

Which features a Mike WiLL Made-It cameo.

Ralph Lauren Is the Official Outfitter of the US at 2023 Ryder Cup
Golf

Ralph Lauren Is the Official Outfitter of the US at 2023 Ryder Cup

Dressing the 12-man team in its go-to red, white and blue palette.

Bakar Drops Upbeat Single, "Right Here, For Now"
Music

Bakar Drops Upbeat Single, "Right Here, For Now"

Off his forthcoming album.

MSCHF Presents the Medical Boot-Inspired AC2 Mule
Footwear

MSCHF Presents the Medical Boot-Inspired AC2 Mule

Ankle support sold separately.

Jake Parker Is the Digital Artist Uplifting the Art Community With XPPen and the New Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2)
Tech & Gadgets

Jake Parker Is the Digital Artist Uplifting the Art Community With XPPen and the New Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2)

Presented by XPPen
We also talk to the renowned digital creative and Inktober founder about his career, work with XPPen tablets and XPPen’s 18th Anniversary Drawing Contest.

Arc'Teryx Veilance Fall 2023 Is for Outdoor Adventurers and City Dwellers Alike
Fashion

Arc'Teryx Veilance Fall 2023 Is for Outdoor Adventurers and City Dwellers Alike

The tailored range employs a slew of high-performing textiles, ideal for shifting environments.


Palmes FW23 Is Full of Versatile Wares
Fashion

Palmes FW23 Is Full of Versatile Wares

Where suiting, outerwear, knitwear and more come to play.

Charli XCX is a Passenger Princess in "Speed Drive" Video
Music

Charli XCX is a Passenger Princess in "Speed Drive" Video

Featuring a Sam Smith cameo.

Nike Reveals the Calm Mule In Three Colorways
Footwear

Nike Reveals the Calm Mule In Three Colorways

Sharing a complete breakdown of the grey colorway alongside previews of olive and black looks.

Jamila Woods Releases Official Visual for Dance Track “Boomerang”
Music

Jamila Woods Releases Official Visual for Dance Track “Boomerang”

A song from her forthcoming ‘Water Made Us’ LP.

Bad Bunny's adidas Response CL "Boston Day" Collab Is Revealed
Footwear

Bad Bunny's adidas Response CL "Boston Day" Collab Is Revealed

Benito draws inspiration from Fenway Park’s Green Monster wall for his latest team-up.

Burning Man Unveils Renderings for 2023 Festival's Temple
Design

Burning Man Unveils Renderings for 2023 Festival's Temple

Entitled “Temple of Heart.”

More ▾