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Jordan As-You-Go Cool Grey/University Blue

March 2, 2012Style11 comments4297 Views
Jordan Brand's latest addition for 2012 spring/summer arrives with the unveiling of its Cool Grey/University Blue-colored Jordan As-You-Go. Slated for an April 2012 inaugural release, the new shoe pairs elements from the Jordan archives such as elephant print and the storied...

Air Jordan Son of Mars “Pop Art”

March 1, 2012Style75 comments32841 Views
Originally dubbed the Son of Mars "Olympic," and now appropriately referred to as the "Pop Art" edition due to the influences, the latest Air Jordan is a colorful offering with layers upon layers of detail. Inspired by art from the 1950s, with different textures and colors that...

Michael Jordan Files Lawsuit Against Qiaodan Sports

February 23, 2012Style57 comments19192 Views
Michael Jordan, arguably one of the most recognizable names on the entire planet, is suing Chinese apparel company Qiaodan Sports for misrepresenting his name and brand. The lawsuit centers on the Chinese brand using the “well-known” Chinese translation of his name, Qiaodan,...

Air Jordan Spizike University Blue/White

February 10, 2012Style24 comments7392 Views
Unlike the Bordeaux, the Air Jordan Spizike University Blue/White is a slightly more nuanced version of the highly-anticipated kick. Featuring a blend of the aforementioned university blue and Italy blue patent leather, nubuck and elephant print adorns the upper with nice orange...

Air Jordan 2012: Tom Luedecke and Tinker Hatfield

February 8, 2012Style12 comments6592 Views
This week Jordan Brand invited us out to New York for the official launch of its Air Jordan 2012 flagship model. A welcomed opportunity, the occasion allowed us to highlight various facets of the design process between the collaborative effort of Senior Jordan Brand designer Tom...

Air Jordan 2012 Sketches

February 8, 2012Style12 comments5909 Views
This week marked the official unveiling of the Air Jordan 2012. The 27th iteration of the storied Air Jordan signature shoe line brought a further background story to it courtesy of several early conceptual drawings shared by the design team. At the helm were none other than...

Jordan 1 Flight “Black/Cement Grey”

February 7, 2012Style4 comments8026 Views
Spring 2012 will once again see Jordan Brand bring the classic "Black/Cement" colorway to its latest footwear silhouette, this time arriving in the form of the Jordan 1 Flight. Taking inspiration from the classic Air Jordan 1, this silhouette features a high-top design done up...

Air Jordan 11 “Concord” Causes Riots Nationwide

December 23, 2011Style119 comments41054 Views
Arguably one of the biggest shoe releases of late, the Air Jordan 11 Retro “Concord” drop this morning incited nationwide riots across much of the U.S. as thousands flocked to local malls and boutiques to stake their claim. Bringing to mind oddly familiar and chilling...

Air Jordan 1 Phat Black/Action Green

December 23, 2011Style7 comments6007 Views
While Air Jordan was officially grounded some years back, it seems only apropos that the shoe that he wore during his rookie campaign is being made for preview just prior to the NBA tip-off. Available in February, the Air Jordan 1 is given a Boston Celtics-esque colorway...

Jordan Brand: Melo M8 “Explosive Flight” Video

December 14, 2011Style7 comments1715 Views
Adorned in Team Jordan Brand attire, Carmelo Anthony emerges from the court like a watery apparition in the latest spot from Nike and Jumpman. Dubbed "Explosive Flight," the newly-minted Knickerbocker showcases his hoops ability before we finally get a good look at the Melo M8...

Air Jordan 11 “Concord” 2011 Retro

December 2, 2011Style35 comments38629 Views
Hot on the heels of the recent Air Jordan III black/cements, we're getting another retro Jordan that has long since been revered; the Air Jordan XI 'Concord' colorway. Arguably one of the most iconic pieces in the Jordan family due to the use of patent leather, these are surely...

Air Jordan IV 2012 White/Cement Grey Retro Preview

November 29, 2011Style70 comments71940 Views
Although several previews have surfaced over the last few weeks, we're finally given a clearer look into the upcoming white/cement grey retro of the Air Jordan IV. Arguably one of the more anticipated releases of 2012, this return will feature most of the same characteristics...

Air Jordan 1 Phat Obsidian/Cool Grey-White

November 23, 2011Style5 comments4372 Views
Set to release in January of 2012, Jordan brand reveals a new scheme of its Air Jordan 1 Phat model. The high-top makeup welcomes a leather and mesh combination on the upper, as cool grey accounts for the contrasting shading in the laces, lining and outsole. Tonal branding has...

Jordan X Auto Clave

November 23, 2011Style4 comments3901 Views
Just as Jordan brand is bringing back the heralded Air Jordan Retro X next year, we can also expect to see a pair of the 10th edition-inspired casual variation, the Auto Clave. Optioned in a tonal red, and black and red set, the sneakers see a premium leather composition as a...

Jordan City Air Max TRX

November 14, 2011Style5 comments1328 Views
Fusing Jordan Brand sensibilities with Nike's Air Max cushioning system, the Jordan City Air Max TRX blends athletic construction with technical design, rounded out by an engaging aesthetic. Aspects of Air Max such as a visible full-length Air unit complement the hi-top sneaker...