From the archives: The Nike Moon Shoe Returns
July 02, 2026

From the archives: The Nike Moon Shoe Returns

The Nike Moon Shoe returns, reviving one of the most significant silhouettes in the brand's history.

Originally developed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman in 1971, the Moon Shoe introduced the now-iconic waffle outsole after an experiment with his family's kitchen waffle iron. Designed to deliver lightweight traction for runners, the innovation laid the foundation for Nike's future in performance footwear and helped establish the brand's reputation for challenging convention.

More than five decades later, the Moon Shoe returns in five new colourways, preserving its distinctive low-profile silhouette and unmistakable waffle sole while bringing one of Nike's earliest icons to a new generation.

Now available in-store at Above The Clouds Sydney, Melbourne and online at abovethecloudsstore.com

Written by Ana-Elisa Wingrave