The A-COLD-WALL* x NK Air Zoom Vomero 5 Black debuted in November 2018 as part of a capsule release alongside a contrasting white edition of the retro runner. Defined by its exaggerated TPU heel counter, the design embodies Samuel Ross’s exploration of how products evolve and age over time. The upper is crafted from technical Japanese nylon, engineered to soften with heat and wear, delivering both performance and a raw, lived-in aesthetic. This forward-thinking reinterpretation of the Vomero 5 set the tone for NK’s ongoing dialogue with avant-garde design.
