The Nike Air Max 90 is one of the most popular Nike sneakers today, the ribbed overlays on the heel, sole, lace-ups and quarter give this silhouette and unique look that has become extremely popular. The sneaker can be found in many colorways including the Nike Air Max 90 Essential 'Anthracite'. 

The name 'Anthracite' is a clear reference to the coal type anthracite which is the same colour as a large part of the sneaker. Many of the components receive this anthracite colour including the upper, laces, Swoosh, collar, air unit and outsole. The quarter is a slightly lighter shade of grey and the mudguard is light grey. To keep the sneaker from being too dark, the midsole and Nike logo on the heel tab get a white colour.