The Nike M2K Tekno Gets Parisian Vibes

There’s more to a “dad shoe” than just chunky construction and a so-uncool-it’s-actually-cool shape. A proper “dad shoe” also needs colorful ornamentation and little details to fully earn its title — and Nike’s newest M2K Tekno has those in spades with its Parisian-style accents. Featuring a layered black and grey upper, the shoe receives dashes of color via a single set of blue lace loops and a small blue secondary swoosh towards the heel. The Tekno’s large plastic heel shank is dressed in a similar shade of blue, and for another burst of color the outsole boasts a pop of bold infrared detailing that stands out tremendously from the thick white midsole. A finishing touch of detailing is provided by the mismatched red and blue swooshes on the insole — a clever embellishment somewhat reminiscent of Skepta‘s Air Max 97/BWs, another shoe that called upon the French flag for inspiration. No official release date for these striking Nike shoes has been announced yet, but the presence of official images indicates that we’ll likely see a release on Nike.com later this fall.