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| 👟 Sneaker Release Info | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nike |
| Model | Skims x Nike Waffle Racer |
| Colorway | Baroque Brown/Velvet Brown/Off Noir/Velvet Brown |
| Style Code | IW3882-200 |
| Release Date | November 10, 2026 |
| Retail Price | $130 |
| Available At | Nike.com, GOAT |
The middle child of the Skims x Nike Waffle Racer trio is the Baroque Brown pair, and I think it might be the sleeper of the bunch. Baroque Brown and Velvet Brown across the whole upper with Off Noir accents, a tonal chocolate look that works with literally every fall outfit you own. It releases November 10 for $130.
What strikes me about this colorway is the restraint. No contrast swoosh, no pop color, just layered browns on nylon and suede. The Skims philosophy of making basics feel premium is all over it. The Waffle Racer shape with its low collar and slim toebox already looks like something a design-focused brand would make today, so the marriage works better than I expected.
The texture mix is the real draw up close. Nylon underlay, velvet-touch suede overlays, tonal laces, the whole thing reads expensive even though it’s a $130 shoe. The Off Noir hits on the tongue label and heel keep the silhouette from washing out completely.
The gum-style waffle outsole under a brown upper is such a strong combination. Retro runners in chocolate colorways have aged beautifully on the resale side historically, think Waffle One and Old Skool brown pairs. This one has all the ingredients to be the pair people regret skipping.
The Baroque Brown Waffle Racer drops Tuesday November 10 at 10 AM ET on Nike.com alongside the Light Bone and Thunder Blue colorways. GOAT already has the listing live with a November 10 release date, so if Nike sells out, that’s your backup. Women’s sizing only, and Skims collabs don’t usually sit around, so plan accordingly.
