Latest Pickup: Nike Athleisure

With the 24.7 ImpossiblySoft Light T-shirt, the PerfectStretch chinos and the Air Max 90 Drift, Nike has put together a look that really showcases the direction modern sportswear is currently taking. Clean, functional and suitable for everyday wear, but not just a basic outfit. The combination of black 24.7 apparel and the Air Max 90 Drift in Pure Platinum/Bright Crimson works particularly well because it starts off understated and adds just the right amount of excitement through the trainers.

At first glance, the Nike 24.7 ImpossiblySoft Light T-shirt looks like a simple black T-shirt, but it’s much closer to performance wear than to classic sportswear. The fabric is a lightweight jersey knit with a flowing drape, meaning the shirt doesn’t feel stiff but sits loosely on the body.

Added to this is Dri-FIT technology, which wicks sweat away from the skin and makes the shirt more comfortable, especially on longer days. This fits in well with the 24.7 concept: a garment that works before your workout, but can just as easily be worn in everyday life afterwards.

In Black/Dark Smoke Grey, the look is deliberately understated. No bold colour combinations, no unnecessary details. That’s precisely why this T-shirt makes a strong base for an outfit where the trainers will later take centre stage.

The Nike 24.7 PerfectStretch Chinos take a slightly different approach to many classic Nike trousers. They look much smarter than jogging bottoms, yet remain comfortably flexible thanks to the 4-way stretch fabric.

The slim fit creates a clean silhouette without looking too tight. Add to that the elasticated waistband with belt loops, and the trousers sit somewhere between smart chinos and a functional everyday piece. That’s exactly what makes them so appealing: you get the clean look of black trousers, but with significantly more freedom of movement.

The pocket design is also impressive. Six pockets, including a concealed zipped pocket and a mesh pocket, make the trousers more practical without making them look exactly like cargo trousers. The overall look remains very understated, which means they go well with the black 24.7 shirt.

The Nike Air Max 90 Drift then brings the actual sneaker focus to the outfit. The silhouette is unmistakably Air Max 90, but the Drift version gives it a more technical and rugged look. Synthetic leather, ripstop fabric and rubber create a multi-layered look that immediately appears more robust than many classic AM90 versions.

The Pure Platinum/Bright Crimson/Black colourway fits in perfectly here. Pure Platinum keeps the shoe light and clean, Black echoes the clothing, and Bright Crimson adds exactly the splash of colour the outfit needs. Not too much, but enough to ensure the look isn’t completely monochrome.

Added to this is the familiar Air Max cushioning with a visible Air unit in the heel. The waffle outsole provides traction and gives the shoe that classic Air Max character, just in a slightly more durable version.

The look thrives on contrast. The top half remains understated, black and functional. The T-shirt and chinos look clean, almost minimalist, but thanks to Dri-FIT, stretch and the choice of materials, they’re far from boring. The Air Max 90 Drift breaks up the look and injects significantly more energy through its structure, light-coloured panels and the pop of crimson.

This trainer works particularly well with a slimmer pair of black chinos, as it really shows off its shape to its best advantage. The trousers don’t distract, the shirt keeps the look relaxed, and the Drift takes centre stage.

With the 24.7 ImpossiblySoft Light T-shirt, the PerfectStretch chinos and the Air Max 90 Drift, Nike delivers a strong outfit for anyone who likes a clean, comfortable look that’s still sneaker-focused.

The T-shirt features the lightweight Dri-FIT fabric, the chinos provide a smarter fit, and the Air Max 90 Drift adds a technical touch. Above all, it’s the combination of black clothing and the light-coloured trainers with Bright Crimson details that makes this look stand out.

👉 The Nike 24.7 ImpossiblySoft Light T-shirt is available online for €69.99, the Nike 24.7 PerfectStretch chinos cost €119.99 and the Nike Air Max 90 Drift is available for €149.99.