The Air Max 95 has never been sweeter.
After introducing the model into the Nike SB catalogue last year, Nike SB is back again with a third Air Max 95 colorway. This time, the partnership is channeling rich cacao as its inspiration point.
Set to release on January 17th, the Cacao Wow 95 continues Nike SB’s recent run of crossover hits. The cro-ss overs recently introduced with the help of Eric Koston have blended the DNA of the Air Max 95 with board-ready upgrades and storytelling that have made Nike SB collaborations some of the most sought-after shoes out.
Last year’s efforts on the Air Max 95 provided some of the most beloved sneakers of 2025. In fact, the Cactus Flower colorway made our 2025 Staff Draft.
Over the years, Nike SB has turned classic silhouettes into some of the best sneakers on the market. The Nike imprint has long maintained a grip in the industry since its resurgence in the 2020s. Meanwhile, the Air Max 95 has maintained a steady relevance. This, of course, changed last year when Nike went all out to celebrate the sneaker’s 30th anniversary.
The Nike SB x Cacao Wow Air Max 95 builds on this success by combining the familiar 95 lines with premium materials and skate-specific cushioning. Of course, the warm, cocoa-inspired palette draws the audience in with its approachability. Though the previous two SB 95s were color-blocked in classic Nike SB fashion, the Cacao Wow colorway feels more familiar and, frankly, easier to wear.
Expect the Cacao Wow Air Max 95 to launch at skate shops globally on January 17th. A release via SNKRS is expected down the line.
photos courtesy of South Side Skate Shop
