Category: Jordan Brand

Update: “Chicago” Air Jordan I NOT coming in 2025

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz Next year, 2025, is shaping up to be one of the most expensive for sneaker enthusiasts with several notable original colorways of multiple Air Jordan models set to make retail returns. An already star-studded lineup was going to be set ablaze when speculation started to surface that the “Chicago” Air Jordan I was going to be the latest addition to the insane list of releases.  The “Chicago” one was last seen in close to its original form in 2015 and was most recently released in a…

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Union LA x Air Jordan 1 High OG coming February 2025

Brandon King

In 2025, Jordan Brand and Union LA are running back their very successful collaborative relationship with an addition to their Air Jordan 1 High OG roster. Unfortunately at this early juncture, there are no available images of this latest collaborative effort, but why is known is they will make use of a varsity red, black, sail, shadow grey, and muslin color palette. Reportedly these could incorporate visual elements of the “Chicago” and Shadow” into its aesthetic. Allegedly these will also utilize the polarising feature of a pre-yellowed midsole as well…

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”Black Cement” Air Jordan III returning November 23

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz The news of the latest, and slightly unexpected, return of the “Black Cement” III has been met with much fanfare.  This iteration aims to be a more faithful recreation of its 1988 progenitor, seeking to duplicate the shape, feel, and overall aesthetic and will even house the shoes in original packaging.  The 2024 iteration will feature the “Black Cement” aesthetic so many have come to love- a black leather upper with elephant print overlays at the toe and wrapping the heel. The aforementioned elephant on this version features a look closer…

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PE Corner: An initial look at the “EYBL” Air Jordan 11 Low IE

Brandon King

title image via sayitwityakickz This Air Jordan 11 Low IE was produced exclusively for the participants of the EYBL Academy.  They sport a slate blue upper that transitions to a lighter tone as the hue climbs the upper. A light barely green overlay equipped with mesh-backed cutouts occupies the lower portion of the upper.  Perched atop each respective tongue is a robustly embroidered Jumpman and an EYBL logo, along with a special EYBL hangtag.  Underneath resides a white midsole and a translucent outsole that transitions from blue-tinged to clear to…

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“Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 Low coming June 21, 2025

Brandon King

The “Black/Red” Air Jordan 11 started its life out as a PE seen on the feet of His Airness and next summer the public will have a chance to get their hands (or feet) on a pair.  At this early juncture there are no available images, but what is expected is a lower-collared Air Jordan 11 that sports a black ballistic mesh upper that is overlaid with a black patent leather rand. Traversing the tongue should be a sash that should read “JUMPMAN JORDAN.” On the rear heel, “23” and…

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Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low OG coming summer 2025

Brandon King

The “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 Low is likely to be a lower-collared iteration of the “Rust Pink” Air Jordan 1 High OG from 2022.  At this juncture there are no available images available, however taking the opening statement into account, what could be presented is a low-collared Air Jordan 1 High OG that could sport a white leather foundational layer overlaid with black leather at the toe and the eye rows. Rust pink wraps the heel, while black Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. A Wings logo appears…

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The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 has a release date 

Brandon King

The “Grape” Air Jordan 5 is making its highly anticipated return in 2025. According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the upcoming version will seek to recapture the shape and feel of its 1990 progenitor. Equipped with “NIKE AIR” branding, the 2025 iteration also seeks to get rid of the nasty aftertaste that still lingers with many in the sneaker community that stems from the ill-fated “Fresh Price” iteration.  Continuing its quest to replicate the original these will be housed in original packaging.  Finally, with a release date, the “Grape” Air Jordan…

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“Aluminum” Air Jordan 4 coming May 2025

Brandon King

The “Aluminum” is a new colorway of the Air Jordan 4 that is part of Jordan Brand’s 2025 release roster.  At this early juncture, there are no available images, but initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a white leather upper with a muted blue potentially showing up on the metallic end of the upper and lower lace tabs. Pale blue would also be seen at the inner and possibly on the tongue and rear heel branding.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white and light blue midsole and a…

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Trophy Room x Air Jordan 6 SP coming June 2025

Brandon King

The relationship between Jordan Brand and Marcus Jordan’s Trophy Room boutique will be reprised in 2025 with an upcoming Air Jordan 6, following on the outsoles of previous collaborations with the Air Jordan 1 Low, Air Jordan 1 High OG, Air Jordan 5, Air Jordan 7, Air Jordan 16 and the Air Jordan 17 all previously serving as canvases.  At this juncture there are no available images , but what is known is they will make use of a white, crimson, black and court purple color palette and will feature…

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“Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG returning in 2025

Brandon King

When it was released in 2015, the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG was extremely well-received and remains a very sought-after piece of footwear.  At this juncture, there are no images of the 2025 iteration, but what we should see is an Air Jordan 1 High OG that sports starfish at the toe, overlaid with black in “Black Toe” styled color blocking. Starfish also should be seen wrapping the heel and flanking the ankles. White leather side panels are the homes for black Swooshes that adorn the lateral and…

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