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A lot of love went into Vaquera's Nike Air Max DN8 sneaker.

The brand's upcoming collaboration looks like someone took a clean white DN8 and kissed it all over, covering the advanced model in red lip prints, from the top to the Air-bubbled bottoms.

And voila! The Vaquera Air Maxes were born.

Vaquera is in the business of making "fashion fan faction." It has earned a cult following for its viral shows and campy pieces, which often feature exaggerated details, spicy trompe-l'œil effects, and extreme proportions.

The label just served up a pair of slouchy Converse sneaker wedges. Now, its smooched-up Nikes are up next.

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After debuting during its Spring/Summer 2026 presentation in September, the Vaquera x Nike Air Max DN8 sneakers are now slated to release on December 12 through Nike's SNKRS app.

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The price tag? $220 for the extra-romantic Air Maxes.

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