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The Air Jordan 1 High White Vachetta Is Now Available
By SoleInsider
Lifestyle imagery of the new Air Jordan 1 High White Vachetta is now revealed, as it recently debuted at retailers this past weekend. .
Showcasing how the lifestyle iteration of the iconic basketball sneaker is perceived when worn, the model’s makeup is defined by a pristine all-white leather composition.
Perforations are implemented on the side panels and toe box to increase ventilation throughout, while luxe detailing is evidenced with vachetta tan-colored inner lining.
Finished off with a crisp, white full-length rubber sole unit, the model is also detailed with the signature Jumpman logo embossed on the tongue, wings logo across its ankles and Swooshes on the sides.
Priced at $160, you can buy a pair at select Nike and JB stockists globally now.
The Air Jordan 9 Kobe Bryant PE Debuts This Holiday 2016
By SoleInsider
Additional previews of the upcoming Air Jordan 9 Kobe Bryant PE is showcased once again, as the model is simply a celebratory pair that pays homage to Bryant’s historic 20-year career in the NBA.
Respectfully treated in the only team he had played for — Los Angeles Lakers — the basketball sneaker inherits a crisp, white leather upper, while the defining theme is evident with purple utilized for its patent leather overlays encompassing the midsole unit and flowing throughout the rear, as well as along its collar section.
Bright yellow accents are implemented on the branding across its tongue tab, mini Jumpman logos situated across its heels and outsole, in addition to more branding prominent on the rear with the number ?23? and a circular globe badge, to perfectly cap off the Lakers’ colorway.
Finished off with metallic silver eye stays, the model is suggested to debut sometime at select JB and Nike retailers on November 2016 for a price tag of $190.
Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 9 Kobe Bryant PE launch page now for more images, info and release details.
I really like this silhouette in olive/black, but, this colorway is pretty solid too. It?s a nice gesture and solid tribute. I?m sure a lot of fans will be pleased.
This Holiday’s Air Jordan 11 Space Jam Brings Back The 45
The Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday Arrives In Four Months
By SoleInsider
More previews of the forthcoming Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday continue to surface online, as various lighting places an emphasis on the sneaker’s overall construction.
Defined by its sleek and simple two-tone colorway, the model’s upper is comprised of a mixture of smooth and textured leather in black, while it’s perfectly juxtaposed against a crisp, white rubber sole unit. The rear portion of the sneaker reveals the distinctive Jumpman branded patch, which is treated in a tonal matte finish.
Priced at $190, you can find this pair at select JB and Nike retailers on November 28th.
Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday launch page now for more images, info and release details.
I’m biased towards the 3 and even though it looks somewhat boring, the colorway is a classic. I?m not really into it that much yet. It might grow on me as the months pass till its official release though, but, I’ll still probably purchase since it’s a simple and clean offering.
Kobe Bryant Joins Michael Jordan In This Years Quai 54 Collection
By SoleInsider
Since 2003, Quai 54 has backed up its title as the world’s premier streetball event. Teams from all over the globe compete in the annual tournament in the heart of Paris backed by Nike Basketball and Jordan Brand, and the past few summers, both brands have expanded the releases late of some of the exclusive sneakers given out to the tournament’s attendees. The Nike Kobe 11 “Quai 54” stands out thanks to a unique mesh and fuse upper with beige accents and a blacktop ready black outsole unit. This Kobe 11 pair is already available overseas having released this past weekend, but stateside shops will be stocking the special edition Quai 54 colorway on July 16th for $160 USD.
The Air Jordan 11 Space Jam Highlights Holiday 2016
By SoleInsider
Until its release in about five more months, we’ll continue to showcase the latest imagery of the much-anticipated 2016 edition of the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam.
Displaying the sneaker against an all-black backdrop, the higher cut black patent leather overlay which encompasses the upper is much more emphasized, as the silhouette essentially stays true to its OG makeup that MJ first wore during the 1995 NBA Playoffs. More black is utilized for its breathable mesh upper and smooth leather accents on the rear to finish of the composition.
Further detailed with classic Concord Jumpman branding located at the rear, the number ?45? is stitched on the back heel. Finishing elements include a clean, white midsole unit and icy translucent outsole.
Priced at $220, you can buy the standout pair at select JB and Nike retailers on Saturday, December 17.
Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 11 Space Jam 2016 launch page now for more images, videos and release details.
I?m not that big fan of the higher placement of the patent leather overlay, but this one of my favorite sneakers ever. I?m just glad it?s being released again and hopefully in lots of quantities.
This Holiday’s Air Jordan 11 Space Jam Brings Back The 45
The 2016 Air Jordan 14 Oxidized Green Arrives This Weekend
By SoleInsider
This 1999 classic of the Air Jordan 14 is set to make its debut in a few more days, as even more imagery of the revived basketball silhouette is unveiled once again.
Simply a remastered take, the sneaker incorporates its OG makeup with a crisp smooth/tumbled white leather upper and contrasting black accents solidifying its overall build, which is prominent on the midsole unit, tongue, laces and inner lining for a predominant two-tone finish.
Notable elements consists of legend blue and green implemented throughout its entirety. Additionally, seven Jumpman symbols are placed across the model, in particular, on the shield, two metal-tip laces, sole, heel, toe box, and the insoles.
Priced at $190, you can purchase a pair at select Nike and JB retailers on Saturday, July 16th. GS sizes (3.5y ? 7y) will be offered as well and listed at $140.
The color combo is essentially a classic, but I?m not really fond of this model. Although it hasn?t been seen since ?99, I?m sure fans of the silhouette are elated for the revival.
It only takes one time for a sneaker to become legendary. For the Ferrari-inspired Air Jordan 14, it was one series (the 1998 NBA Finals), one game (Game 6) and one shot (you know the…). In a season that was full of memorable sneaker moments, the Air Jordan 14 stands above all because it was the sneaker that Michael Jordan wore when he took what we thought at the time was his “Last Shot” ever in the NBA. A game-winning, series-clinching, championship-closing shot.
And thank God it was the Air Jordan 14 because I don’t know if I can sum up the gumption to write anything about the Air Jordan 15* that doesn’t involve the words “Dear God” or “yikes” or “15 SEs are the only ones that don’t suck”.
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Anyways, this weekend will see the return of the Air Jordan 14 Oxidized Green. Let’s take a look back at some of our favorite colorways of the Air Jordan 14 by counting our (what else?) Top 14 Air Jordan 14 colorways of all-time.
Air Jordan 14 Low Ginger
While I’ll never understand the fascination with the oddly-shaped Air Jordan 14 Low, I do understand why this colorway is so beloved. People really love wearing boots without actually having to wear them. That’s the only way to explain our fascination with kicks like the Air Jordan 14 Low Ginger or the Air Jordan 16 Ginger or the Air Jordan 20 Chutney. We love the colors but if we’re of a certain geographical location (ie. west of the Mississippi) we aren’t wearing the boots that go along with that color. We’ll take these Js instead, thanks.
Air Jordan 14 Light Graphite
Nike
A perfect fall season kind of sneaker, this 2011 drop kind of just came and went as it was released right before the sneaker game was about to change with the return of the Air Jordan 11 Concord later that year. If you can find these at reasonable (meaning close to retail) price, you should seriously consider them as they are a versatile pair that go with plenty of the accessories and gear that you already own.
Air Jordan 14 Nubuck
Nike
You can never go wrong with University Blue on a pair of Air Jordans and this 14 colorway is just another piece of evidence that backs that statement. Whether you were a Tar Heel or Carmelo Anthony fan at the time, you probably had an outfit that went with this nubuck edition of the 14s. Is it better than the Air Jordan 12 Nubuck that uses a similar color scheme? Hell no, but it’s a good job, good effort on Jordan Brand’s part with these.
Air Jordan 14 Low Columbia
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Once again, in spite of my objections to the overall look of the 14 Lows, when you put Carolina/Columbia blue together with any Jordan, the result is often always magic.
Air Jordan 14 CDP
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Released as part of the multitude of Countdown Packages that was all the rage years ago, this might not have been one of the most sought after packs in the overall scheme of things but plenty of NBA players still wear them – including this particular pair – to this day.
Air Jordan 14 Indiglo
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Another pair of 14s set to drop this year is the Air Jordan 14 Indiglo. Along with the Oxidized Green, these were the among the rare “OG” colorways of Air Jordans during the 90s that dropped in colors that you normally wouldn’t expect MJ to rock on the court. Maybe if the Bulls wore those garish St. Patrick’s Day uniforms… ah, you know what? Let’s not go there because of the visual of MJ in green is almost as bad as the visual of MJ in Wizards colors. Not that we’re judging or anything like that…
Air Jordan 14 Ferrari
Nike
On-point storytelling and high quality execution makes for a great pair of kicks. I just don’t think anybody should be caught dead wearing it. Unless you own a Ferrari because…
Air Jordan 14 Oxidized Green
Nike
Andre Drummond wore these OGs for a few games a few years back prior to becoming a full-fledged Jordan Brand athlete. How they managed to survive the pounding of NBA competition 15 years later is beyond us, as Tony Wroten can attest to. Now that the shoe is getting a long-awaited retro drop, will it still be among the most desired 14s or will its mass availability take away some of the love for it? We’ve seen many a classic sullied either by too many pairs out on the market or a lackluster effort on the quality side, but we’ve also seen the appreciation grow for certain pairs. Let’s see where this unique colors slides into in the coming weeks and months.
Air Jordan 14 Low Laney
Nike
They were Royals once and now they’re Laneys. I don’t know about these nicknames anymore, man…
Air Jordan 14 Black Toe
Nike
Cue Michael Jordan in “bullet time” GIF.
Air Jordan 14 Deep Forest
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As a long standing opponent of anything and everything Air Jordan 13, I’m disappointed that Ray Allen didn’t turn these into legendary kicks when he began his run with the Boston Celtics. While I can understand why Allen would be attached to the Air Jordan 13 (it was prominently featured in the movie that he starred in with Denzel Washington that shall not be named because it also references the worst sneaker nickname ever), Allen could have at least worn these during his attempt to break Reggie Miller’s 3-point record. But alas, I’ll settle for these as a underrated gem that doesn’t get talked about as much…
Air Jordan 14 UNC
Nike
By the time 2000 rolled around, we were already deep into the depths of misery of the Air Jordan 15. But amidst the darkness comes Eastbay and shocks sneakerheads by releasing the UNC player exclusive colorway of the Air Jordan 14. This is a pair of 14s that needs to retro as soon as possible.
Air Jordan 14 Candy Cane
Nike
Back in the days, you were either in the “perforated” or “non-perforated” camp when it came to the Air Jordan 14s (for the record, I was #TeamPerforated). These were the perfect kicks to rock with a home Chicago Bulls jersey in late 90s. They also served as a great coping mechanism because by the time these dropped, Jordan was just a few days away from announcing his second retirement from NBA. At the very least, we knew Jordan Brand would do right by the Air Jordans and still make dope kicks even after Jordan retired. Then the 15 happened and it took a while for us to regain hope but that’s another story for another time…
Air Jordan 14 Last Shot
Flight Club
If you try hard enough, you too can erase the memory of Michael Jordan playing for the Washington Wizards like I have. The “Last Shot” was just so perfectly poetic and symbolic of Jordan’s brilliant career. How could he not end his career on that high note? What more did he have to prove to not only us, but himself? It turns out a whole hell of a lot because since that day, he’s proven he can still ball at the age of 40, he has become the first athlete to own an NBA franchise (and not in the cute “Magic Johnson owns a piece of the Lakers” kind of way either) and his legacy has shaped the path sneaker culture has taken for better or worse. So yeah, don’t listen to us, MJ. Do you, homey…
To many people, Air Jordans and sneakers in general are viewed as art you can put on your feet. Some people value the shoe so damn much, the they don’t even put them on their feet. If you thought shoes were viewed as art as is, wait until you see these Air Jordan made out of crystals.
Daniel Jacob is an artist who works with crystals. he decided to take his talents and utilize them on sneakers. His latest work of art has him completely transform the look of Air Jordans by covering them with crystals. What you see above is a crystal version of the Air Jordan 1 UNC and Chicago. He even went ahead and did his thing on an all-Gold pair of Jordan 1s. The Gold pair was created by using more than 140,000 Swarovski crystals. The most impressive part from all of this is the fact that each crystal was individually set by hand. Want to see these in person? They’re all on display right now at Market Art and Design show in the Hamptons.
To many people, Air Jordans and sneakers in general are viewed as art you can put on your feet. Some people value the shoe so damn much, the they don’t even put them on their feet. If you thought shoes were viewed as art as is, wait until you see these Air Jordan made out of crystals.
Daniel Jacob is an artist who works with crystals. he decided to take his talents and utilize them on sneakers. His latest work of art has him completely transform the look of Air Jordans by covering them with crystals. What you see above is a crystal version of the Air Jordan 1 UNC and Chicago. He even went ahead and did his thing on an all-Gold pair of Jordan 1s. The Gold pair was created by using more than 140,000 Swarovski crystals. The most impressive part from all of this is the fact that each crystal was individually set by hand. Want to see these in person? They’re all on display right now at Market Art and Design show in the Hamptons.
The Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday was greeted with mixed emotions the moment it was unveiled. On on hand, people were happy to see the Air Jordan 3 make its long awaited return. On the other hand, many people feel this brand new colorway may be a little bit underwhelming. Dubbed the Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday, let’s get a closer look.
Borrowing the same color scheme as the Air Jordan 1 High (and Low) Cyber Monday, the Jordan 3 comes with a subtle Black leather upper sitting on top of a White sole unit. Everything on the upper comes in Black, this includes the branding, laces, lining, eyestay, heel tab and any other feature I may have overlooked. Are you a fan of this look on the Jordan 3? If so, you will be able to pick up a pair on November 28th (Cyber Monday) for $190. Check out our Air Jordan 3 Cyber Monday hub page for all the latest info and images of this upcoming release.
Is The Air Jordan 6 Pinnacle Metallic Gold Too Flashy For Its Own Good
By SoleInsider
All-Gold sneakers. You either rock them with confidence or completely stay away from them. I considered myself a fan of this bold motif, but seeing it on the Air Jordan 6 Pinnacle Metallic Gold is having me second-guess my initial statement. While the all-Gold look usually results in a bold and flashy looking sneaker, I do feel like it may not be the right look for the Jordan 6. In a way, it kind of looks like a tropy, doesn’t it? The all-Gold premium leather upper is only contrasted by the White accents placed on the midsole, heel tab/pull tab, lining and tongue. Additional Gold is found on the laces and lace tips, while the translucent outsole completes the look of the shoe. Dropping during the holiday season, are you looking forward to this release? Be sure to visit out Air Jordan 6 Pinnacle Metallic Gold hub page for all the latest images and info regarding this release.
The fact that it’s labeled as a Pinnacle release leads me to believe that they’re going to cost at least $400. That’s far too much for a sneaker I’m iffy about.
Who’s hyped for the Air Jordan 9 Kobe? Although the shoe isn’t slated to release until November, people are taking notice for the simple fact that the shoe has some sort of connection to Kobe Bryant.
Said to celebrate Kobe Bryant’s NBA career, the shoe comes rocking a Lakers theme. A White leather base is complimented by the hits of Purple and Yellow placed on the patent leather overlay, lining, tongue and heel and tongue branding. While many blogs are calling these the Air Jordan 9 Kobe, it should be noted that neither Nike or Jordan Brand have made a connection between the two. Releasing in November for $190, who’s looking forward to this release.
If these are in fact a Jordan-Kobe inspired release they will get hyped. I’m not a fan of the 9s so these will be an easy pass regardless of the inspiration.
More Official Images Of The 2016 Air Jordan 14 Oxidized Green
By SoleInsider
This OG colorway of the Air Jordan 14 will be making its debut next weekend, as additional official imagery of the 1999 classic is revealed once again.
Essentially a remastered iteration, the model stays true to its classic makeup with a crisp smooth/tumbled white leather upper, while contrasting accents of black solidify its overall palette which is primarily located on the laces, inner lining, tongue and midsole unit.
Notable elements consists of legend blue and green implemented throughout its entirety, as each pair incorporates seven Jumpman symbols that symbolically equate to its spot in line within the Jordan Franchise — fourteen. The symbols are located on the shield, two metal-tip laces, sole, heel, toe box, and the insole.
Retailing for a price tag of $190, you can purchase the sneaker at select Nike and JB stockists next Saturday, July 16th. GS sizes (3.5y ? 7y) will be offered as well and listed $140.
The color combo is essentially a classic, but I?m not really fond of this model. Although it hasn?t been seen since ?99, I?m sure fans of the silhouette are elated for the revival.
This Holiday’s Air Jordan 11 Space Jam Brings Back The 45
If you take a close at the shoe, you will easily notice that it comes in the OG colorway consisting of White, Black and True Red. What you may have not noticed is the fact that it comes done in OG fashion as the beloved Nike branding is placed on the insoles of the shoe. Just like back in 1993, the shoe comes dressed in a White and Black upper, contrasted by the True Red placed on the branding located on the tongue, heel, midsole and outsole. Release date is currently December 3. Is this a colors of the 9 that you consider a must-cop?
Michael Jordan Spends Some Quality Time With The Jordan Brand Team
By SoleInsider
Chris Paul took to his social media to share a pic of team Jordan Brand and himself spending some time with the head honcho of the brand, Michael Jordan. The picture above shows Chris Paul with Michael Jordan along with other members of team Jordan including Bismack Biyombo, Jimmy Butler and Quentin Richardson. When it comes to the footwear, Jordan retros, slides and performance shoes were all present in the pic. Michael Jordan? Well he’s laying off the retros today and instead opting to go with the brand new Jordan PT 1. Thoughts on team Jordan and the footwear of choice? Sound off in the comments below.
