The Premium Nike Total 90 III "Pearl White" Arrives with Distressed Uppers

In addition to retroing some of its iconic jerseys, Nike Football continues to revive the Total 90 franchise with footwear, delivering a healthy mix of one-to-one reissues and fashion-forward options for the modern day.

Ahead of summer, the Total 90 III indoor shoe has surfaced in a "Pearl White/Shadow Brown/Pearl White/Gum Dark Brown" color scheme. On paper, the medley of tones might read simple, but its execution atop a more premium upper than usual is anything but.

All of the bells-and-whistles that made the stud-less silhouette an icon 20 years ago—encircled 90 figures on the medial side, offset laces, quilted toe box—reprise their roles on the newly-surfaced pair. A two-tone presentation takes over the bulk of the upper, with inner lining opting for a lighter shade of the titular "Pearl White" hue. The tried-and-proven sole unit dons different shades of "Gum Dark Brown," with the outer layer seemingly taking on a Nike Grind, recycled build as suggested by its speckled finish. Yet, what's most eye-catching on the latest Total 90 III is the distressed aesthetic across the upper. The design choice presents the pair as if it's been sitting in a closet for years after having been worn on the indoor pitch. As with other Nike Sportswear offerings done in a similar style, it's possible the upper wears away to reveal another layer of color, providing a personalized experience.

Enjoy official photos of the "Pearl White" Total 90 proposal ahead. Pairs should hit Nike.com by October.

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