The Nike Air Max 90, formerly known as the Air Max III, made its debut in 1990. It became well-known as a high-performance running shoe right away. The shoe's success in the running community was largely due to its lightweight and breathable mesh upper. To protect the baby's feet, this crib version is made of soft materials.

The navy blue leather upper of the Nike Air Max 90 CB "Obsidian Track Red" edition features red accents on the tongue logo, heel branding, and outsole. White is used for the swoosh and midsole, with hints of grey added in the area that would normally house the Air Max unit. This color combination of navy blue, red, white, and grey results in a chic and striking design, which is also available on the Air Max 90 Leather GS and the Air Max 90 Leather PS.