Nike confirms the Air Max Plus VII Kylian Mbappé edition for Spring 2026 as part of its ongoing partnership with one of football’s most influential athletes. The sneaker carries the style code HQ2197-200 and a US $180 price point, placing it within Nike’s main lifestyle tier while linking directly to Mbappé’s growing catalogue of footwear projects.
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The design uses a grounded colour scheme built around brown, beige and green tones. Nike integrates metallic silver accents that give the upper a layered visual depth. The layout keeps the Air Max Plus identity intact through its signature wave-pattern structure. For the Plus VII platform, Nike refines those lines with updated proportions and slightly sharper panel transitions, giving the shoe a more contemporary profile.
Materials follow a familiar Air Max Plus formula: mesh underlays for breathability and synthetic overlays for structure. These elements form the base for the metallic detailing that runs along key sections of the upper. Nike supports the design with visible Air units placed in the heel and forefoot, a configuration that defines the Air Max Plus lineage and contributes to the sneaker’s recognisable silhouette.
Branding plays a central role in linking the model to Mbappé. The sneaker features “KM Air” logos on the tongue, insole and heel. These details replace team-specific marks, allowing the shoe to reflect Mbappé’s individual identity within Nike’s roster. The clean presentation of the initials reinforces the collaborative nature of the release while keeping the design focused on the Plus VII structure.
Nike lists Spring 2026 as the release window for the Air Max Plus VII Kylian Mbappé edition with a US $180 retail price on Nike.com. Further details will follow as the season approaches.
Model: Nike Air Max Plus VII Kylian Mbappé
Colorway: Plum Eclipse/Metallic Gold Grain/Black/Barely Volt
SKU: HQ2197-200
Price: 180.00 USD
Release Date: Spring 2026
Available at: Nike and select retailers
