engineered for comfort. the nike air max 90 premium jacquard women's shoe updates a famous running shoe with colourful overlays and a durable leather and mesh upper. the revolutionary cushioning that made the original famous remains as soft and springy as ever.. benefits. leather and mesh upper with supportive overlays for comfort and lightweight support. nike air unit in a phylon midsole for optimum lightweight cushioning. flex grooves in the forefoot for flexibility and more natural movement. rubber outsole for traction and durability. nike air max origins. nike's revolutionary air-sole unit made its way into nike footwear in the late '70s. in 1987, the nike air max 1 debuted with visible air in its heel, allowing fans more than just the feel of air-sole comfort — suddenly they could see it. since then, next-generation nike air max shoes have become a hit with athletes and collectors by offering striking colour combinations and reliable, lightweight cushioning..