Nike’s Techy Mary Jane Sneaker Enters Its Plush Era

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersNike's Velvet Shox Z Calistra Mary Jane Is Plush AFThe Nike Shox Z Calistra made a super-slick debut earlier this year (really, it was a revival of the early-2000s Swoosh ballet shoe). The model has now entered its plush era.The original sleek leather uppers? Forget about them. The newest pairs come covered with burgundy velvet. The futuristic molding and even the signature Mary Jane strap are still there; they're just now also decked out in the ultra-soft material.And Nike's Calistra keeps its unmistakable Shox columns, which essentially turn the shoe into a kitten-heel Mary Jane sneaker.We've seen silver-coated versions and even polka-dotted, quadruple-laced Shox Z Calistras before. But this is the first true material swap for the model, and admittedly it looks pretty good. No notes.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Interestingly, there's barely any info on the velvet shoes right now, not even a release date. But with the weather cooling down and official imagery already out, it's safe to assume they'll drop very soon on Nike's website.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit HS Shopping for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendNike's Most Textural Moon Shoe Is a Charming Lil' ThingHow to Make a 30-Year-Old Air Max Better? Waterproof It Nike’s Skate-Ready Tennis Sneaker Returns to Chunk-tastic FormNike’s *Other* Chocolate Air Max Loafer Is Extra Dapper, Equally DeliciousNike’s Greasiest Sneaker Is Low-Key Its GreatestWhat To Read NextNike’s Techy Mary Jane Sneaker Enters Its Plush Era When Did Denim Stores Start Looking Like Apple Stores? Nike's Most Textural Moon Shoe Is a Charming Lil' ThingFrom New Balance to Merrell, the Seven Best Sneakers to Cop This WeekJane Wade & KEEN Get Their Feet Wet For SS27Inside Lacoste’s Seriously Packed Crocoliga Final