Nike Jordan PHLY - Black/Varsity Red & “Pop Herring”
Check out these Jordans that are much more laidback than the shoes you normally see out of this brand. These Jordan PHLYs aren’t out yet but they will come in two different color scheme, each with its own unique look and feel. Jordan is going out on a limb with this release but it could very well be a hit.
The black version also features Chicago Bulls red and very detailed stitching – something we’ve come to expect from Jordans. The white version also features some red but blue is the second most prominent color – with multiple shades of blue being used.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: May 6th, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | No CommentsAir Jordan I Military Now Available
If you live in the UK, you can the two Military colorways of the Air Jordan I from Size?
Unfortunately, they don’t ship out of the UK, but hopefully these colorways will hit other international stores soon. The two military colorways are Pearl White/Hay-Walnut and Medium Brown/Urban Haze/Anthracite. Though neither use bright colors, they are both sophisticated and good looking.
If you are in the UK, head to Size? and grab this limited release for $100 a pair. Via Sneaker Files.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: April 18th, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 7 CommentsNike Air Jordan Fusion 5 Low
With recent success of the Air Jordan Fusion models, Nike is now set to release the Air Jordan Fusion 5 Lo seen above. The popular black/varsity red colorway is used and features the “Is It The Shoes?” motto printed all over. The Fusion Low looks nice in this basic color scheme and most definitely there will be more to arrive. Shkuze already has sizes in stock but the general release will happen this May.
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Categories: Air Jordans, Nike | Date: April 9th, 2008 | Posted by: ask2112 | 3 CommentsAir Jordan Fusion V - Orange Peel
The Jordan Fusion 12 “Playoff” and “Glacier” were released earlier this month and now Jordan Brand will start releasing shows in the Air Jordan Fusion V series. This series is the fusing of the Air Jordan 5 and the Nike Air Force 1 Mid.
The “Orange Peel” Air Jordan Fusion V will release on May 17th for $150.
These shoes feature a white upper that uses several materials, including patent leather, perforated leather and mesh. It features Orange Peel colored accents on the mesh and on its embroidered “23.” It also uses the Orange Peel touches on the tongue, inner lining and a flame on the grey midsole.
Photos via Marquee Sole.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: March 19th, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 11 CommentsAir Jordan Retro VIII Sugar Ray Allen Player Exclusive
The Air Jordan Retro VIII Sugar Ray Allen Player Exclusive is set to release at the House of Hoops in Harlem. This Player Exclusive was designed specifically for Allen to match his away jersey with the Boston Celtics.
The “Sugar Ray” VIIIs feature a black/green colorway that is sure to please any Jordan enthusiast or Ray Allen fan.
The black nubuck upper is combined with a Green/Black “Crayon”, a Green and Silver embroidered “23″ on the cross strap, and the Ray’s nickname “Sugar Ray” embroidered at the ankle.
Only 24 Pairs of the Air Jordan Retro VIII “Sugar” Ray Allen Player Exclusive are going to be released. These will drop at House of Hoops very soon.
House of Hoops is located at 268 W 125th Street, New York, NY 10027. Via Kix and the City.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: February 12th, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 17 CommentsBrown/Black Air Jordan Force 12 Fusion
If you are looking for some Nike kicks with an outdoorsy appeal, check out these Air Jordan Force 12 Fusions. A combination of Air Force 1’s and Air Jordan 12’s, this aptly named Air Jordan Force 12 Fusions mixes an adventurous look with an old school blend.
With a black and brown color scheme, these shoes would look nice with jeans. The light brown on the shoe is located on the front of the shoe, on the upper strap and on the lines throughout the shoe – including the line surrounding the Nike swoosh. On the tongue of the shoe, a tag reads “The Best of Both Worlds” in reference to the fusion that created this look.
While there is no solid release date, keep an eye out for these shoes at some point in 2008. Via SF.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: January 21st, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 5 CommentsAir Jordan XX3 Officially Unveiled
Jordan fans are anticipating the release of the first Air Jordan XX3 later this month. An exclusive limited edition will launch on Friday, January 25th for $230, followed by an All Star release on Saturday, February 16th for NBA All Star weekend.
The nationwide launch will take place on Saturday, February 23rd with a price of $185.
Earlier this week the Air Jordan XX3 was officially unveiled to a group of select journalist.
The Air Jordan XX3 celebrates 23 years of a legacy started by the most revered basketball athlete in history … Michael Jordan.
“The Air Jordan XX3 is deeply meaningful to me, as a celebration of both my life and career. The number 23 is obviously of great significance to me and the release of the XX3 is a pinnacle moment in the Brand’s history,” said Michael Jordan. “I’m honored and humbled by the Air Jordan franchise’s loyal following after all these years. The release of this shoe is exciting and a dream come true for me.”
On hand at the officially release were legendary designer Tinker Hatfield, Jordan Footwear Director Gentry Humphrey, Jordan Brand Manager Roman Vega and Nike’s VP of Corporate Responsibility Hannah Jones.
Here’s a video of Jordan and Hatfield talking about the design and creation of the 23.
Get more info on these shoes from Jumpman23.com.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: January 10th, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | No CommentsAir Jordan XX3 White/Titanium-University Blue
Here is a look a the upcoming Air Jordan XX3. This White/Titanium-University Blue colorway will release on Friday, January 25th. The Air Jordan 23 is said to be the last numbered Air Jordan in the legendary series of shoes.
Twenty-three of the top Jordan Brand accounts will receive only 23 pairs on the release date. Also keeping with the “23″ theme, the price will be $230. When you think about it, that’s not very much for such a limited shoe.
This colorway goes back to Michael’s roots at Carolina. This sneaker features high tech performance features and MJ’s own thumb print as the outsole pattern.
Info via Nice Kicks; photos via Sole Collector.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: January 3rd, 2008 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 3 CommentsAir Jordan 17 Low White / Lightning
If you are looking for the Air Jordan 17 - Kixclusive has a couple colorways available in limited quantities. When the Air Jordan 17 was released in 2002 this was first Jordan shoe released since his second return to the NBA. The Jordan 17 was inspired by three things … “the fine details from an Aston Martin, the smooth lines and flow of a jazz solo and the long Air Jordan history of innovations in style.”
In the original release the 17’s came in a Jumpman embossed metal carrying case and the lid contained a CD. The price back then was about $200.
If you like these sneakers, you can grab the Air Jordan 17 Low White / Lightning (pictured above) for $325. Though it doesn’t come in a metal box, this special low top version features an inner sock and has a metal plate around the ankle. It comes in a drawstring bag.
At Kixclusive, you can also get a couple colorways of the Air Jordan 17 Mid in very limited sizes. The Black/Metallic Silver and Mid White / Varsity Red are $350 a pair and they do come with the aforementioned CD and special case.
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Categories: Air Jordans | Date: December 2nd, 2007 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 2 CommentsJordan Ol’ Skool White/Cement
The Jordan Ol’ Skool White/Cement released today at Finishline, along with the Jordan Spi’zike White/Cement.
The Jordan Ol’ Skool features the big Jordan “Wings” logo on the heel. It also takes a lot of elements from preivous models. The tongue patch is from the Jordan VIII and there’s a lace toggle that’s from the Jordan VI. The bottom of the shoe has the same pattern from the sole of the Jordan XXII.
Other Ol’ Skool/Retro elements included the midsole stitch, visible Air-Sole and its translucent rubber. These are a simple Ol’ Skool sneaker with a little modern touches. You can get them right now at Finishline for $109.99. It looks like Finishline will have an exclusive on these sneakers.
Categories: Air Jordans | Date: November 23rd, 2007 | Posted by: Kori Ellis | 1 Comment