Jordan Brand is set to unveil a smattering of retro releases for the 2015 holiday season. They’re paying special attention to the Air Jordan iiIII, the last sneaker Michael Jordan wore before announcing his retirement in October of 1993. Three new colorways are set to be released during the holiday season, but it’s never too early to start planning on which one’s you might want.
The AJ VIII features the distinctive crossover straps over the laces, and each of the three new colorways will commemorate historic moments in MJ’s career. Make sure to keep reading for the other three releases during the holiday season: The Air Jordan 1, with a Carolina blue colorway, the Air Jordan VII with vibrant colorings, and the Air Jordan XIV Retro Low with varsity blue accents on a white/black color scheme.
AIR JORDAN VIII “AQUA”
Worn originally during the 1993 All-Star Game, the Air Jordan VIII Aqua returns with fully re-mastered construction and OG materials. The classic silhouette features a black Nubuck upper, in addition to Bright Concord and Aqua highlights, that brighten the back half of the shoe.
AIR JORDAN VIII “BLACK AND CHROME”
One of the first non-OG colorways of the Air Jordan VIII, the black-and-chrome version makes its return this holiday season. Upon its first release in 2003, the shoe became an instant classic. The black-based upper incorporates chrome-like accents throughout the shoe and pulls design details from the Air Jordan VIII “Playoffs” and Air Jordan VIII “Aqua”.
AIR JORDAN VIII “THREE TIME’S A CHARM”
The Air Jordan VIII Three Times a Charm pays tribute to Chicago’s first three-peat championship season, while taking color cues from each of the three defeated teams. Vivid hues invigorate the white- and black-based shoe, in addition to the Infrared-toned Jumpman highlighted on the new tongue label.
AIR JORDAN 1 “CAROLINA BLUE”
Drafting colors from Jordan’s collegiate alma mater, this Air Jordan I features dark powder blue accents atop a white, premium smooth leather upper.
AIR JORDAN XIV LOW
Last released in 1999, the Air Jordan XIV Low arrives this holiday season with re-mastered construction and OG materials. The Air Jordan XIV Low draws from the sleek lines and aerodynamic design of one of the world’s fastest automobiles. The all-black nubuck leather upper is complemented by varsity royal accents and maize color splashes.
Inspired by Jordan’s vibrant printed sweater and shorts he wore on camera in an iconic commercial, this Air Jordan VII features colorful hues, such as Bright Concord and Soar Blue, energizing the classic, white-based shoe.
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