I’m a trend watcher for a living, so I’m pretty confident in predicting which silhouettes will go mainstream. With 2026 just around the corner, I’ve been tracking the colours, textures and shapes that will spill over into our wardrobes over the next 12 months. And now my attention turns to the trainer.
Recently spotted on the feet of some of London’s chicest dressers, the Nike Air Rift Trainer is quickly emerging as the cult shoe of 2026. Stock XNike Air Rift sales are up 100% year-over-year, and average resale prices are up nearly 50%. Clearly, something is afoot.
Sitting at the intersection of several important styling movements, including the growing popularity of Maison Margiela’s tabi shoes, the rise of “ugly” trainers, and the resurgence of understated silhouettes, Air Lift is perfectly poised for its biggest season yet.
Despite the split-toe design, these shoes are surprisingly comfortable to wear. Style it just like your favorite Mary Jane. Pair them with dresses and skirts for a playful contrast, or incorporate them into your sweatshirt rotation with jeans or tailored trousers when you want something a little unexpected.
With a collaboration with Skims reportedly on the horizon, we expect to see these trainers everywhere by early 2026. If you want to stay ahead of the curve, keep scrolling to shop the Nike Air Rift trainers below.
Buy Nike Air Lift Trainers:
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Air Lift mesh split-toe sneakers
Please hurry! These are on track to sell out.
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Air Lift mesh split-toe sneakers
Designed to mimic the natural movements of barefoot athletes, providing an extremely comfortable fit.
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Air Rift snake-effect leather split-toe sneakers
Add a color wash to your winter rotation.
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Air Rift snake-effect leather split-toe sneakers
Pair it with a voluminous skirt or pair it with sweatshirts and baggy jeans.
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air lift leather sneakers
The dark black shade makes it easy to include in your capsule collection.
Air-Sole unit in the heel provides lasting comfort.
These newly launched trainers won’t be in stock for long.
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air lift unisex trainer
The metallic trainer trend shows no signs of slowing down.
Shop other Nike trainers:
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ld-1000 leather trimmed corduroy sneakers
The burgundy and butter yellow color combination is one of my favorites this season.
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Astra Ultra Quilted Brushed Shell Sneakers
Please hurry! These are heading for sell out.
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Shox Z leather sneakers
A striking flash of red adds an interesting jolt to this sleek black shoe.
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T90 metallic leather sneakers
Nike’s T90 shoes are expected to be a major trend in 2026.
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Total 90 Se Embroidered Snake-Effect Leather Sneakers
The red trend shows no signs of slowing down.
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Air Superfly Suede & Perforated Metallic Leather Sneakers
The bouncy sole supports comfortable walking.
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