The Nike Air Max Zero Essential keeps things rolling in the Air Max family with another sporty style. A sleek upper of mesh, textile, and molded overlays is paired with lightweight cushioning in the midsole and Max Air heel unit for ultra comfort. For this style, a black-and-white patterned knit on the upper lays the foundation for light blue, grey, and solid black accenting. The majority of the sole is bright white. The Nike Air Max Zero Essential is a sneaker inspired by an early sketch by Tinker Hatfield, and was intended to be the first-ever Air Max.