NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh to Launch as Collab’s First Split Toe Sneaker

The NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh is the first-ever footwear release from the NikeSKIMS partnership, built on Nike’s iconic split-toe Rift silhouette and reworked through SKIMS’ neutral, body-conscious aesthetic. The shoe debuts in women’s sizing in North America on January 26, 2026, in three tonal colorways, Black, Velvet Brown, and Archaeo Brown, via Nike.com, SKIMS.com, Nike SNKRS, and select Nike and SKIMS retail locations.

Split-toe icon, reimagined

The NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh takes the 1996 Nike Air Rift, a split-toe runner inspired by barefoot Kenyan athletes, and reframes it as a low-profile, lifestyle-first hybrid between sneaker and flat. Design details include the signature split toe, a single midfoot strap with NikeSKIMS co-branding, a minimalist midsole, and a grippy outsole that maintains the original’s natural-motion DNA.

Construction and feel

This iteration uses a streamlined mesh upper with minimal seams to create a sock-like fit, paired with a more cushioned heel zone for step-in comfort. The build skews toward everyday wear, studio sessions, and travel rather than performance running, aligning with SKIMS’ focus on sleek, close-to-body silhouettes that integrate into daily wardrobes.

Colorways and styling

At launch, the pack includes three monochrome executions: Black, Velvet Brown, and Archaeo Brown, each with tonal uppers, straps, and tooling for a clean, unified look. The palette mirrors SKIMS’ signature neutrals, making the Rift Mesh easy to pair with leggings, dresses, or loungewear in the broader NikeSKIMS wardrobe.

Release details and price

All three colorways of the NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh are set to release in North America on January 26, 2026, through Nike.com, SKIMS.com, Nike SNKRS, and select Nike and SKIMS stores. The shoe is priced at $150, positioning it at a premium but accessible level within Nike’s collaboration landscape.