The Nike Mind 002 “Light Violet Ore” quietly signals where Nike’s design thinking is headed next. Rather than chasing retro cues, this silhouette doubles down on experimentation, blending performance logic with lifestyle restraint. That direction places the Mind 002 closer to Nike’s recent concept-driven footwear than traditional running or training models.
The Light Violet Ore and Purple Smoke upper uses a perforated textile that feels sculpted instead of layered. Its padded construction recalls early Nike Alpha Project ideas, updated for modern casual wear. Metallic Cool Grey Swoosh branding adds contrast without disrupting the muted palette, keeping the execution deliberate and clean.
Underfoot, Hyper Crimson traction pods punctuate the Cool Grey midsole with purpose. Those exposed nodes echo Nike’s pressure-mapping research, offering a visual reminder of function-led design. Subtle “Nike Mind” and Nike Science Department markings reinforce the model’s experimental identity.
The Nike Mind 002 “Light Violet Ore” releases January 8, 2026, for $145 at Nike.com and select retailers.
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Nike Mind 002
Color: Light Violet Ore/Purple Smoke-Hyper Crimson-Metallic Cool Grey
Style Code: HQ4310-200
Release Date: January 8, 2026
Price: $145
