In fact, it's definitely not a running shoe. The Air Max 97 is a piece of cultural heritage in Milan and across the world. Seen on runways for Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana. In classic Nike form, the AM97 fits true to size.

Into the big boys. The Air Max 97 will give you a 1.6in increase, which is in fact bigger than the Jordan 4, which kind of caught me off guard. The best part about the shoes, it's probably the most affordable on the list.

Nike generally uses high-quality materials to make their Air Max lineage. They use durable materials that could add to the longevity of the sneakers, which means they ask consumers to pay for a shoe that will perform better and last for years compared to the cheaper alternative.

“SE” stands for “Special Edition” and describes a shoe or sneaker only available for a specific amount of time or a certain event, occasion, or collaboration. Shoe enthusiasts track down these Special Editions because of their unique look and rarity.