The Women’s Nike Air Max '98 "Cut Away" at first presents a white version of the silhouette with a D. I. Y. aesthetic of frail pieces and panels that can be torn off on the upper. The material is designed to be stripped away, and r​evealed underneath is a vibrant leather and suede base, with each panel assigned its own color. The purple suede upper is embroidered with bold yellow strokes, a blue toe overlay, red mudguard, orange heel panel, and green upper eyelets.