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Since its official launch on 5 February, the fashion world has been buzzing about the latest drop from NikeSKIMS. With the arrival of the Spring ’26 Collection, the label has finally delivered its first “head-to-toe” system of dress, moving beyond just clothing to include footwear and accessories.
Taking cues from the modern ballerina, the new range focuses on how the body looks and moves. It is designed to offer a mix of grace and strength, making sure every piece works for both a workout and a busy day out.
Five textures for every daily move
At the heart of the new range are five distinct material groups designed to work for different parts of a busy day. The Matte collection uses Dri-FIT tech to keep skin dry while offering two different levels of compression to hold the body in place. For those who want something lighter, the Stretch Knit pieces have a soft feel and a shape that hangs loosely over the body.
The Ribbed Seamless range brings a bit of a throwback feel with a vintage wash, but stays practical with moisture-wicking fabrics that pull sweat away. If you need something barely there, the Weightless Layers are semi-sheer and dry incredibly fast. Finally, the Woven Nylon pieces work as easy outer layers, built to be soft enough for lounging but tough enough for getting around the city.
The NikeSKIMS Rift Satin
The most talked-about piece in the Spring ’26 line is the NikeSKIMS Rift Satin. This shoe takes the famous split-toe “tabi” look from the original Nike Rift and gives it a high-fashion makeover. Instead of the usual sporty mesh, this version uses a glossy satin upper that feels more like a ballet slipper.
It keeps the classic midfoot strap so you can slide them on quickly and feel secure, but sits on a very slim, minimalist midsole. The bottom of the shoe features a textured logo pattern on the outsole for grip. You can find these in two main colours: a soft Silt Red and a classic Black.
Campaign built on real movement
To show off how these clothes actually work in real life, the brands signed LISA from Blackpink to lead the campaign. Filmed in Paris by director Sergio Reis, the visuals skip the stiff poses and focus on dance and rehearsal. LISA, alongside professional ballerinas, shows how the gear handles everything from high-energy choreography to long flights. The goal was to make sure these pieces don’t just look good in a photo but actually stay comfortable when you are running for a train or stretching in a studio.
How the fit changes the game
What makes this partnership work is how it uses Nike’s history of making performance gear and SKIMS’s knack for making clothes that fit every type of body. Every item has been made to follow the natural curves of the person wearing it. It is a complete wardrobe that ranges from the basic layers you put on first thing in the morning to the bold silhouettes you wear out at night.
With this launch, NikeSKIMS has officially expanded its reach. After dropping on 5 February in North America, Europe, and the Middle East, the collection reached Australia on 6 February and is landing in Korea at the end of the month.
