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The Air Jordan 12 French Blue is set to return this weekend as Jordan Brand continues a year dedicated to one of the best silhouettes ever created in the Air Jordan 12. Sporting a beautiful white leather upper mixed with a blue mudguard and red accents, the French Blue is lauded for being a versatile pair of kicks that you can rock with just about anything, and of course, Jordan Brand apparel. In this edition of the Game Plan by Champs Sports, we’ll be taking a look at the French Blue 12 collection that not includes the kicks, but matching gear that will keep you looking fresh. Be sure to use our store locator to find the Champs Sports near you and don’t forget to follow the Champs Blog, TheDrop.

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When exactly will the Air Jordan 12 “French Blue” release? One of the biggest releases of 2016 to date has been pushed back and rescheduled quite a few times over the past few weeks, and we’re still a bit unclear when this retro will arrive. While Jordan Brand confirmed that the release would be pushed even further back to April 9th along with a number of other upcoming pairs, major retail outlets like Foot Locker and smaller shops like Rock City Kicks are all reporting that this upcoming Saturday, April 2nd will play host to the covetable release. Are you excited about the release of the legendary Air Jordan 12 colorway? Check out more detailed shots below and if you can’t wait through all of the delays, know that this pair is available right now on eBay.

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The theme of flight will forever be associated with Jordan Brand given Mike’s ability to hang in the air throughout the first half of his career. Spike Lee and Michael Jordan got together for some of the most iconic commercials the sneaker industry has ever seen, but perhaps the most infamous Jordan poster of all time is his ‘Wings’ spread that featured MJ’s wingspan and a quote by English poet William Blake. This brand new Air Jordan 12 takes inspiration from that 90s nostalgia trip with a luxe take on what would usually pass for the Playoff 12s. Known as the Air Jordan 12 “Wings”, a premium black leather base sees metallic gold accents hit the eyelets and ‘Wings’ adorned midsole for an added lifestyle touch. You can expect this pair to hit retailers later this April, so check out the best look at this premium AJ12 below and let us know if you plan on picking up the colorway by taking your thoughts to the comments section.

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The year of the Air Jordan 12 continues with another Air Jordan 12 that looks like it might have Georgetown roots. Featuring a grey tumbled leather upper with a white mudguard and a mix of Obsidian Blue and University Blue hits on the tongue, lining, heel and Jumpman logo and a Metallic Silver eyelet, the could pass a colorway for the Georgetown Hoyas or even the Final Four participant North Carolina Tar Heels. Could we see this colorway debut during Saturday’s big game? We can only hope for such heat.

The Air Jordan 12 Grey University Blue is currently scheduled to drop on June 25, 2016 for $190. For more information on this upcoming release, be sure to bookmark our Air Jordan 12 Grey University Blue launch page.

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Author’s Takes

Juan Martinez, Editor-In-Chief: While not high on my list of priorities especially after finally seeing some actual images of the shoe, they are still another pair of Air Jordan 12s and it’s hard to screw that silhouette up (*cough* Gamma Blue 12s *cough* trash *cough*). If the release schedule is barren in June, I might consider picking up a pair.

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Release Date: June 25, 2016
Price: $190

A brand new colorway of the Air Jordan 12 will be arriving this year, as it will be joining a number of revived favorites such as the “French Blue“, “Cherry” and “Flu Game” iterations.

This forthcoming version flaunts a simple palette dominated by Grey and White, while hits of University Blue located behind the tongue and portion of its side panels punctuate the monochromatic theme. Additionally, matching White laces and Metallic Silver accents adorn the top eyelets to round out its makeup.

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Author’s Take

Renz Ofiaza, News: I like the simplicity of the silhouette’s profile. In this colorway, it’s solid, but I would have preferred it more without the touches of Blue.

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The Air Jordan 12 Playoffs are hands-down my personal favorite Air Jordan of all-time. There are a variety of reasons for this choice, from Michael Jordan messing around and getting a triple-double in the 1997 NBA All-Star Game to hitting the game-winning shot of Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz to this commercial, and the common thread among them is that MJ was a badass and he was wearing badass shoes. From the black and white color blocking that looks intimidating yet awesome as hell to the hits of red throughout the shoe, it was a perfect for the black socks and bright lights of a Chicago Bulls playoff run.

So how do you make the greatest pair (again, this is my opinion; you are totally within your right to disagree, but know that I don’t care and I won’t change my mind) even better? By adding gold, of course. Similar to how the DMP Air Jordan 11s made the Concords even better by ditching the Concord part and making it gold, the Air Jordan 12 Wings does away with the red and silver and opts for something a little more classy and refined. Enter the gold.

Black, white and gold. Yeah, it doesn’t get much better than that. And Mr. Foamer Simpson has a pair and put up an early review about it. Yeah, I’m jealous, I won’t lie. For more news and information on this upcoming release, check out our Air Jordan 12 Wings launch page.

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We just came across new images of the Air Jordan 17+ Bulls and we’re here to share them with you. Coming in a Bulls theme colorway, this new look on the Air Jordan 17+ is said to be inspired by Michael Jordan’s 30,000th point in which he happened to score as a Washington Wizard while playing none other than the Chicago Bulls way back in January 4th, 2002.

The 17+ comes dressed in a black leather upper accented by the hits of gym red and white placed all over the shoe. The images above show notable features such as the black laces, Jumpman on the heel and vamp. The metallic red hits on the heel and the faux croc skin on the heel of the shoe. Said to be releasing on May 29th with a retail price of $250, is this a colorway you’re feeling on the Air Jordan 17+?

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Author?s Take

It’s a clean colorway. The Black, Red and White color scheme is almost always a success. Not very happy about the retail price, but what are you going to do.

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Jordan Brand’s dedication to girl’s lifestyle offerings has been something the brand has pushed dating back to Fall 2014. The Jumpman noticed the interest garnered from grade schoolers and has since been dressing up some of their most iconic colorways in candy-coated colorways perfect for that age range. Now the Air Jordan 1 is getting a “Vivid Pink” overhaul in two new looks exclusively for girls. The Air Jordan 1 High shines in a flash of brilliant Vivid Pink as the leather base or vice versa in a classic ‘Flipped’ duo. Grab your pair right now from Oneness.

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Heads up everyone, the Air Jordan 5 Low Knicks is dropping tomorrow, yes, on a Monday! Jordans usually drop on Saturday, but for some reason, Jordan Brand decided to it was a good idea to drop the latest Jordan 5 Low on Monday. Perhaps they didn’t want to release is on the same day as Air Max Day? Who knows.

You already know what the shoes look like, so I’m not going to go over the shoe for the 12th time. This post is to simply let you know that if you were looking forward to this release, you will have your chance to pick up a pair tomorrow. Retail price is set at $175. Need to know where you can pick up a pair? Need more info on the shoe? Need more images to help you make up your mind? All of this can be found on the Air Jordan 5 Low Knicks hub page, so make sure you check it out and stay up to date. So, who’s coppin’ a pair?

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Jordan Brand is getting ready to release the latest colorway of the Jordan Melo M12. Although Carmelo Anthony has about one month left before his Summer vacation officially begins and his season comes to an end, you’ll still be able to rock his kicks all summer long. Coming in a Jade colorway, this version makes good use of the shoe’s upper.

The official image above show that the shoe comes with black on the tongue and medial side of the shoe, while white is spotted on the lateral and toe of the shoe. The Jade aesthetic is placed on the entire heel as well as on the branding on the tongue. A two-toned midsole that houses the chromed-out Jumpman completes the main parts of the shoe. Are you liking this new color on the Melo M12? Stay tuned to find out when these will release.

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Author?s Take

The Melo M12 is one of Carmelo’s best looking sneakers that over the last couple of years. This is a clean looking colorway with very unique color placement. Good work. Too bad Melo won’t have much time to wear them since his season is coming to an end.

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There’s a new Air Jordan 1 Low on the way, but this pair doesn’t have the Nike branding on the tongue like the last several pairs that have released. If the OG look doesn’t really matter to you on the low top version of the Jordan 1, continue reading.

This time around the Air Jordan 1 Low comes in a Black, Red and Cement Grey motif. The upper is constructed out of a black suede and leather. The black is contrasted by the Cement Grey placed on the Nike Swoosh and the outsole of the shoe. One notable feature on the shoe is the fact that the nylon tongue does house the Jumpman branding, but if you take a close look at the image above, there is no tongue tag on the shoe as the Jumpman is placed directly on the nylon tongue. Additional red is seen on the Wings logo on the heel, while the white midsole manages to clean things up a bit. Available internationally, we will let you know once these drop stateside.

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Author?s Take

The tag-less tongue makes the shoe look “off” to me. The colorway is a but boring as well. This is a Jordan 1 Low I will not be picking up.

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Release Date: March 28, 2016
Price: $175

Knicks fans can have something to cheer cry about, as the next rendition of the Air Jordan 5 Low is essentially defined by its New York-inspired Cleveland-inspired colorway.

Flaunting a full blue-based nubuck upper, the low-top is accentuated with bright orange accents located on the inner lining, tongue tab, heel, lace lock and distinctive jagged component on its midsole. Furthermore, a white unit and reflective tongue further encapsulates its respective theme, as it all rests atop an icy translucent outsole.

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Author’s Take:

Renz Ofiaza, News: I’m a Knick fan (sadly), so I appreciate the execution. I’m not really inclined on the model in low-cut form, but I’m sure other fanatics would be interested.

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If you’re a fan of faux-snakeskin uppers, don’t sleep on the Air Jordan 1 High Nouveau Snakeskin. Already available, today we give you one more look a the shoe to show you what you’re missing out on. 

Coming in a black and red motif, the Air Jordan 1 High comes dressed in a black upper covered in a black faux snakeskin construction. The Nike Swoosh on the side panels is cut out to reveal a mesh material underlay. Adding some pop to the shoe is the red placed on the lining, Jumpman on the tongue and Wings branding on the ankle collar. Black rope laces, a white midsole and a red outsole round out the look of the shoe. Available now, pick up your very own pair for $150.

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Author’s Take

Although I don?t have any Nouveau Jordan 1s, I appreciate the premium look and feel of it. But in my opinion, I?d rather have a premium suede or leather instead of a faux-snakeskin upper.

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Spike Lee’s latest Jordan Brand sneaker goes by the name of the Air Jordan Spike 40. We recently came across a low top version of the model, and today we get a first look at Jordan Spike 40 Low in a Triple Black colorway.

The lifestyle shoe comes in a Triple Black offering contrasted by the Metallic Gold hits placed all over the shoe. The shoe’s most noticeable feature is the beloved Nike Air branding placed on the heel. 3M hits are spotted on the ankle collar and heel to give the shoe some added pop. A smoky black translucent outsole is placed under the base of the shoe. Like what you see? Stay tuned to find out what you’ll be able to scoop up a pair.

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Author’s Take

Why did Nike/Jordan brand decide to make this model again? Come on Spike Lee.

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The Air Jordan 1 Low saw a boost in notoriety thanks to the return of some classic Nike Air branded retros, but it looks like Jumpman branding and some new aesthetics are headed our way for the summer months ahead. Today’s low-top Air Jordan 1 features the perfect combination of Black, Red, and Cement Grey for a familiar look, only this time, a nylon tongue ditches any tongue patch and sews a red Jumpman logo directly onto the surface. What do you think of the look? Check out more photos below and pick up your pair today from select international retailers like Size?

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