The Nike ACG Rufus Arrives in a Trail-Ready "Desert Khaki" Colorway
The comfort-driven slip-on returns with outdoor heritage and understated earth tones this spring.
Name: Nike ACG Rufus “Desert Khaki”
Colorway: Desert Khaki/Cream II-Light British Tan-Soft Yellow
SKU: IM4953-200
MSRP: $115 USD
Release Date: April 1
Where to Buy: Nike
As slip-on footwear continues to dominate the intersection of performance and lifestyle, the Nike ACG Rufus “Desert Khaki” is officially scheduled to drop on April 1. Bridging the gap between casual comfort and outdoor readiness, the upcoming mule showcases Nike’s ability to refine off-trail essentials for everyday wear.
Leaning heavily into understated earth tones, the new Rufus iteration features a smooth “Desert Khaki” textile upper that yields a soft, brushed appearance. The minimalist base is elevated by subtle “Soft Yellow” embroidery across the vamp, which neatly frames a tonal Nike Swoosh to provide a decorative edge without compromising the shoe’s neutral identity.
Staying true to its comfort-oriented design, the slip-on is equipped with a padded collar and an interior lined in “Light British Tan” for added warmth and visual depth. Below, a “Cream II” midsole transitions into a robust, dotted rubber outsole featuring deep lugs for off-trail traction. The rugged tooling is rounded out by brown rubber traction pods and a subtle red forefoot Swoosh, injecting classic ACG flavor into the modern silhouette.
