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Nike's got another chocolatey Air Max Phenomena loafer, and this one's a little more dapper than the last.

Still delicious.

The new "Palomino" pairs land with two-toned brown leather uppers, alongside the signature Swoosh-branded strap. Another new detail is the checkered lining, which adds a classy touch to the already dapper design.

In a way, it's also quietly serving grandpa chic.

Elsewhere, fans can count on the classic sneaker-loafer crossover design. It's essentially the Air Max Sunder in dress-shoe form, marrying the sneaker's Air-cushioned soles with a classic leather loafer.

Nike's Air Max loafer has been working overtime, honestly. It was introduced in 2025 as the newest Serena Williams Design Crew model. SDWC products are typically seasonal, meaning they could be here in the winter and gone by spring. Not the Phenomena, though. A year later, and it's still around.

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As the dressy sneaker craze forges on, Nike continues to bring its fan-favorite loafer back, either restocking previous schemes or introducing new colorways.

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That brings us to the Fall 2026 lineup, which promises fresh flavors like "Shadow Brown" and "Palomino."

Speaking of which, the Air Max Phenomena "Palomino" loafers are now available on Nike Korea's website for 199,000 won, or around $144.

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