Cut decides which of these pairs suits you: the Dunk Low and Air Jordan 1 Mid sit at different heights, so check where your hem lands before you choose.
The list runs from the low-cut Dunk Low, which suits cuffed jeans, midi skirts and shorts, to the high-top Air Jordan 1 Retro, with a collar well above the ankle that wants a skinny or tapered leg.
Start with the pants you wear most, then match the shoe’s height to that hem.
1. Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid
A mid-top sits just above the ankle, which gives a short-legged jean or a cropped pant a clean line to stop against.
Red, white and black is a loud combination, so I keep everything else quiet: black leggings, a gray sweatshirt, a plain denim jacket.
Pick this one if you want a bit of ankle coverage without going full high-top. Roll your hem once so the shoe stays visible.
2. Nike Air Max 90
Red accents on a black Air Max 90 do the work of a statement piece, so black pants are the easy partner and let the shoe lead.
Straight-leg trousers or slim black jeans both work, and a hem that just grazes the top of the shoe keeps the "NIKE AIR" lettering in view.
Add a white tee and a camel coat for errands in cooler weather. This is the pair I would choose first if you want one red and black sneaker that reads as classic rather than loud.
3. Custom Glitter Air Force 1
Glitter on a black sneaker catches light without turning the shoe into a costume, and the red sole keeps it tied to the red and black palette.
A custom pair like this is the one shoe here nobody else will own.
Keep the clothes plain: dark denim, a white tee, a leather jacket. Glitter is a finish that wears at the edges, so I would save these for dinners and weekends rather than daily commuting.
4. Nike Dunk Low
Low-cut and flat, the Dunk Low is the easiest red, white and black shoe to wear with ankle-baring outfits. Cuffed jeans, a midi skirt or a pair of shorts all leave the shoe room to show.
White panels soften the red and black, so this pair suits a lighter outfit better than the darker pairs. Pair it with a white or gray tee so the shoe is the only color.
5. Nike Air Max Invigor
Red laces and red swooshes on an all-black Air Max Invigor give you the accent in 2 small doses, which is a calmer way to wear red than a full colorblock.
The black body goes with nearly anything already in your closet.
Try it with a black midi dress and a denim jacket, or with gray joggers on a weekend. If you want a quieter red and black sneaker, this is the one I would pick.
6. Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro
A high-top Air Jordan 1 changes how you build the outfit, because the collar sits well above the ankle. Skinny or tapered jeans work best, since a wide hem will bunch over the shoe.
Red, black and white leave you plenty of room: a black bomber, a white tee, and you are done. Spare laces are an easy way to switch the look without buying a second pair.
7. Nike Air Max 270
Chunky heel units set the Air Max 270 apart from the flatter pairs on this list, so it gives your outfit some height at the ankle without adding a platform.
Black and red keeps it easy to pair with what you already own: black leggings, straight jeans, or a simple knit dress.
For me, it’s the best pick for long days on your feet, since the sleek, streamlined upper stays slim next to the bulky sole.
Stick to one or two neutral colors in everything else you wear so the red stays the focus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any Nike shoes that are black and red?
Yes, several. The Air Jordan 1 (Mid and high-top Retro), Air Max 90, Air Max 270, Air Max Invigor and Dunk Low all come in red and black colorways.
The Air Max 90 is the one I’d pick first for a classic look, since its red accents on a black body read as a statement without feeling loud.
What is the hottest Nike shoe right now?
I can’t name a single hottest pair, but the Air Jordan 1 and the Air Max 90 are the two I’d call dependable in red and black.
The Jordan 1 comes as a Mid for slight ankle coverage or as a high-top Retro. The Air Max 90 is the easier one to wear with what you already own, since black pants let it lead.
