Nike Total 90 III SP “Black/Gum” IH2314-002

Utilizing a strategy typically seen in the hallways of their German rival, Nike sent soccer fanatics into a tizzy with the announcement of the Nike Total 90 III SP retro, bringing the iconic on-pitch style back in lifestyle shape. So far, that anticipation has kept as the previewed colorways have hit the shelves: many retailer’s launches were instant sell-outs, and they’ve been scooped up entirely from official Nike channels. Only time will tell if the heat around this silhouette will continue, and an all-black adornment on the Total 90 III SP should be a suitable test case in these early stages.

While the Swoosh has already checked off a black-dominant pair so far, the shoe at hand removes the patent gloss from the upper and leans into a monochromatic atmosphere throughout the profile. Opting for a matte counterpart allows a bit more of the shoe’s natural texture to shine through, particularly fitting given the embroidered Swoosh and similarly crochet-like laces that land with this pair. A dark grey collar and midsole round out the stealthy touches, while a gum sole underfoot equally connects to the brand’s skate history and evokes trademark touches from some other on-pitch models that became lifestyle classics.

The Nike Total 90 III SP in “Black/Gum” should be hitting NDC and partnering retailers in the coming months, commanding a $100 retail price. Keep our Sneaker Release Dates close by for additional updates as they come. In the meantime, enjoy detailed angles embedded below.

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.