The Nike Air Max Plus “Doernbecher” arrives with the type of personality-packed design that instantly reminds people why this series hits so hard every year.

Sergio splits the pair into a mismatched setup, which feels right at home for a project built on pure imagination. The black shoe leans into his love of gaming and sketching, mixing controller icons with blocky patterns and the kind of doodles kids draw during class. It feels fun without turning gimmicky, which is tough to pull off.

The white shoe takes the theme even further. Monster lizards sharing pizza over a bright New York skyline? That’s the kind of playful energy that always gives Doernbecher drops a cult following. Even the small things — pizza-print insoles, the orange tongue that nods to basketball, and the shifting “S” patch, help the story feel complete. The outsole “buttons” wrap the idea together nicely.

The Nike Air Max Plus “Doernbecher” releases January 17, 2026 at select retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $180 USD.

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