The Air Jordan 11 Completes the "Rare Air" Collection in This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Arriving alongside a ‘Stranger Things’ x Nike Dunk Low, the Fear of God Athletics II Basketball, Eric Koston’s Nike SB Air Max 95, and more.
November is here and the month spared no time in offering excitement. The 2025 MLB World Series wrapped up with a game seven that was nothing short of an instant classic. Now, a complete set of drops featuring the likes of adidas, Jordan Brand, Nike, Crocs, and Vans has us looking forward to what’s next. Before we dive into this week’s lineup of launches, let’s look back at which sneaker-related headlines caught our eye in the past seven days.
On the feature side of things, we met with Nike to test out one of its exciting breakthroughs from the new innovation-focused NIKE, Inc. Sport Offense platform, Project Amplify, and discussed its potential impact on the footwear industry. We also connected with atmos’ Hirofumi Kojima to discuss the atmos-exclusive Nike Air Max 95 “Harajuku” and his longstanding love for the model.
Sticking with the Swoosh, the brand offered a complete look at LeBron James’ special “New York” rendition of the Air Force 1 Low. We were also treated to previews of a UNDEFEATED-branded Air Max 95 in “Sail” and another kids’-exclusive LEGO Dunk Low.
Pharrell’s JOOPITER auction series is returning with five pairs of “Jordan’s Jordans” this week. Speaking of Skateboard P, a takedown model of his Jellyfish sneaker with adidas, the Adistar XLG 2.0, popped up. The Three Stripes also saw Bad Bunny tease his first signature shoe, the adidas BadBo 1.0.
Elsewhere, Kith finally dropped its New York Knicks-themed takes on the New Balance 993. The American sportswear brand also previewed its red-hot 204L sneaker in a new “Blue/Red” composition. Maison Margiela rounded out the week with its thrashed Loved to Death Sneakers and a Tabi Collector’s Series that began with a “Broken Mirror” pair limited to just 25 pairs.
Now that you’re caught up on the latest headlines from the footwear industry, let’s look at which drops are coming this week, starting with another pair from Jerry Lorenzo and adidas’ Fear of God Athletics. After working your way through the 10 drops, don’t forget to hit up HBX to shop for pairs that are available today.
Fear of God Athletics II Basketball “Court Green”
Adidas
Adidas
Adidas
Release Date: November 4
Release Price: $180 USD
Where to Buy: adidas
Why You Should Cop: Jerry Lorenzo and adidas are back, just in time for the early stages of the NBA season. Their collaborative Fear of God Athletics line has another iteration of the II Basketball sneaker dropping this week. The Lo version of the model now sports a “Court Green” that sees a minty fresh finish grace nearly the entire exterior of the sneaker, including the semi-translucent sole. A putty brown interior combines with white at the medial midsole and black Fear of God branding at the heel to complete this court-ready pair.
Ja Morant x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Let Me Be Ja”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 4
Release Price: $125 USD
Where to Buy: Nike
Why You Should Cop: Many months, if not years, of planning go into determining the release flow for a sneaker. For Ja Morant’s new Nike Air Force 1 Low, the Swoosh’s timing is amusing. This new black and yellow version of the sneaker replaces the medial Swoosh with bold black text reading “LET ME BE JA.” A proclamation that comes just days after Morant was suspended by the Memphis Grizzles for being Ja.
Air Jordan 11 “Rare Air”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 5
Release Price: $235 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Jordan Brand has been celebrating its 40th anniversary all year long. One of the Jumpman team’s campaigns tied to this momentous milestone is the “Rare Air” project. Drawing inspiration from imperfect sample shoes, the Air Jordan 1, 3, and 4 have all donned the theme previously this year. Now, it’s the Air Jordan 11’s turn. Blue patent leather transitions to a “Sail” upper while red strikes the Jumpman branding. Meanwhile, special “JORDAN” lettering is spread across the eyelets on each side of the shoe.
Nike Air Max 95 Zip “Loyal Blue”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 6
Release Price: $210 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Another anniversary that Nike has been making the most of in 2025 is 30 years of the Air Max 95. Countless colorways and collaborations have popped up across the year and now the Swoosh is back with another retro style: the Air Max 95 Zip. Having debuted back in 2001, the zipper-equipped version of the shoe is back in a “Loyal Blue” composition that pairs its signature hue with touches of red, orange, maroon, pink, and black.
Salehe Bembury x Crocs Pollex Cypress “Taho”
Salehe Bembury/Crocs
Salehe Bembury/Crocs
Salehe Bembury/Crocs
Release Date: November 6
Release Price: $130 USD
Where to Buy: Salehe Bembury
Why You Should Cop: While Salehe Bembury has remained busy with the rollout of his independent sneaker brand, Spunge, the beloved designer continues to collaborate. His partnership with Crocs resumes this week with another iteration of the Pollex line’s Cypress boot. Introduced at the end of last year, it’s now dropping in one of its calmest looks to date: the “Taho” colorway. This new pair starts with a brown canvas upper before transitioning to “Espresso” at the rubber top and “Hazelnut” at the sculpted sole.
Stranger Things x Nike Dunk Low
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 6
Release Price: $155 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: It’s been nearly a decade since Stranger Things first took the entertainment world by storm. Later this month, the fifth and final season of the hit show will begin. To celebrate, Nike has teamed up with the franchise for a thematic pair of Dunk Lows. This blast from the past-styled take on the shoe is equipped with aged detailing, flipped branding, and thematic packaging that is complemented by pins.
Eric Koston x Nike SB Air Max 95
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 7
Release Price: $190 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: It’s been a couple months since the Nike SB team first introduced us to its revamp of the Air Max 95. The skate-oriented reimagining of the sneaker is back this week with a look dedicated to Eric Koston. The legendary skater has offered up a University of Michigan-inspired color palette of “Obsidian” and “Speed Yellow,” complementing it with Thai script at the forefoot that pays homage to his early SB designs and heritage.
Nike LeBron 23 “Best in Class”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 7
Release Price: $210 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: We’re still weeks away from LeBron James’ debut in his 23rd season in the league. Meanwhile, his new signature shoe, the Nike LeBron 23, is already in midseason form. The premium sneaker is back with yet another drop this week, taking on a “Best In Class” theme that is sure to turn heads. An all-red look is accented by golden branding elements, as well as the white graffiti-based graphics spread across the upper. Rounding out the draft night-inspired look is an apple decal at the heel.
Yusuke Hanai x Vans Premium Authentic
Vans
Vans
Vans
Release Date: November 8
Release Price: ¥11,500 JPY (approx. $75 USD)
Where to Buy: Vans
Why You Should Cop: Yusuke Hanai and Vans are back after debuting as partners back in May. The Japanese artist has reconnected with the skate brand to bring his artwork to the Premium Authentic sneaker. Hanai and his cat are captured atop the canvas upper, staring out into a cloudy sky. From there, a hand-drawn foxing line adds another personal touch to the pair while preserving its modest appearance.
Air Jordan 12 “Taxi”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: November 8
Release Price: $215 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Jordan Brand is back with another notable Saturday drop, this time bringing back a long-awaited sneaker: the Air Jordan 12 “Taxi.” While we’ve seen many remixes of the 1996 classic release over the years, this is the first time the OG is re-releasing since 2018. As we’ve come to expect, a black outsole and pebbled leather mudguard joins a white leather upper and golden hardware, completing the cab-based composition.
