Category: Jordan Brand

PE Corner: ”Michigan” Jordan Tatum 3 PE

Brandon King

This triumvirate of Jordan Tatum 3s are made for the basketballers at the University of Michigan.  Each colorway – white/maize/blue, maize/blue/white and maize/blue is constructed of a combination, textile, mesh and leather upper.  Jumpman branding is seen on the lateral forefoot, with Tatum and Michigan branding seen on the right and left tongue, respectively. Underneathe resides a midsole, whose blocking and coloration coincides with that of it rspective upper , as well as a solid rubber outsole.  As it currently stands, there is no indication if these will enter the…

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An initial look at the “SoleFly” Air Jordan 12

Brandon King

Owned by Michael Jordan’s brother-in-law, Carlos Prieto, Miami, FL-based boutique SoleFly is continuing its collaborative relationship with Jordan Brand with this upcoming Air Jordan 12.  An initial image of the “SoleFly” Air Jordan 12 has come to light.  This upcoming Jordan 12 sports a white ribbed leather upper with violet mudguards on both sides. An iridescent tab on the lateral side is stamped with “JUMPMAN” text.  Underneath resides a baroque brown ad with midsole and brown rubber outsole They are also expected to be housed in special packaging.  The SoleFly…

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“French Blue 2.0” Air Jordan 12 coming in 2025

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz As could be gleaned from its moniker, his upcoming Air Jordan is a follow-up to the very well-received “French Blue” Air Jordan 12. Although at this early juncture, there are no images of this upcoming colorway, what is known is they will make use of a white, french blue, metallic silver, and varsity red color palette. Predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic that is consistent with the “French Blues” ( white leather ribbed upper, french blue mudguards, metallic silver top eyelets, french blue and white midsole, and…

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”Reimagined Black Metallic” Air Jordan V coming February 2025

Brandon King

Reported on several months ago, the classic “Black Metallic” is the latest original colorway to be taken down the reimagined path. An initial image of this upcoming release has come to light.  The predictive speculation turned out to be accurate, as they sport a black nubuck upper adorned with clear netting on the sides and a red Jumpman-branded reflective tongue. The exposed fringes of the panels of the upper all display a reflective quality, as does the “Nike Air” branding on the rear heel.  They will come pre-loaded with white laces,…

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The “Taxi” Air Jordan XII is finally returning in 2025

Brandon King

For several years, we here at sneakershoptalk have chided Jordan Brand for their refusal to bring back the “Taxi” Air Jordan. Wit multiple releases of Jordan 12s, such as the “Wings” , “Chinese New Year” and “Red Taxi”  that bore more than a passing resemblance to the classic colorway, it almost seemed that Jordan Brand was taking a perverse pleasure in teasing fans of the Taxis.  It seems that Jordan Brand may have finally taken heed of the wishes of their consumer and is bringing the “Taxi” back, adding them to…

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”Bugs Bunny” Air Jordan VIII coming in 2025

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz The “Bugs Bunny” Air Jordan VIII was the latest heavy hitter that is slated to what is already a star-studded 2025 sneaker lineup.  Last seen in 2013 , will mark the fifth retail run for the original colorway, having originally debuted in 1993 and making  subsequent appearances in 2003, and as a part of the Countdown Packs of 2008.  At this early juncture there are no available images of the 2025 iteration but what we should be presented with is a white, leather upper with perforations on…

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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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