Nike Strips Down the "Watermelon" Theme for a Clean Air Force 1 Low

Nike is leaning into a classic summer palette without the extra gimmicks. According to Hypebeast, the upcoming Nike Air Force 1 Low "Watermelon" ditches the cartoonish fruit graphics and seed prints of past releases for a strict, two-tone layout. Dropping in summer 2026, this women's release relies entirely on sharp color blocking to make its point. The execution is incredibly clean. A soft but saturated "Pink Rise" hits the toe box, tongue, and quarter panels to mimic the fruit's interior. Everything else—from the Swoosh and eyestays down to the midsole and outsole—is covered in a muted, earthy "Camo Green." With no transitional gradients or third colors in the mix, the shoe keeps a disciplined look that lets the classic leather panels do the heavy lifting. At a cool $115 USD, these are an easy addition to the warm-weather rotation. Check them out below.