Nike's Air Max Muse Gets a High-Fashion "Balletcore" Makeover by KNWLS
Previously teased at the Milan Fashion Week.
Name: KNWLS x Nike Air Max Muse Ballet
Colorway: Black, Flat Spin/Veranda-Fiberglass-Light Beige Chalk, Elemental Pink/Light Crimson-Venice
SKU: II3670-001, II3669-200, HV5872-600
MSRP: $210 USD
Release Date: Fall 2025
Where to Buy: Nike
KNWLS has teamed up with Nike to reimagine the Air Max Muse, drawing the idea from the 2025 balletcore trend. This collaboration, initially showcased during KNWLS’ debut at Milan Fashion Week for their Spring/Summer 2026 collection, introduces a ballet-inspired take on the popular silhouette.
The collection features three versatile colorways: black, beige, and pink. While retaining the Air Max Muse’s signature chunky sole and slim forefoot design, the upper has been recreated with inspiration from ballet pointe shoes, resulting in a new silhouette with a pointed toe, a hollowed midline, and a shorter tongue. A notable design element is the glossy TPU on the toe cap and sidewalls. The reflective quality of the material provides a striking contrast to the leather upper, creating an edgy aesthetic that distinguishes this collab from the previous Air Max Muse releases.
Expected to release this fall, the KNWLS x Nike Air Max Muse Ballet is a seamless blend between high fashion and athletic design, bringing the Air Max to the runway.
