Tag: Jordan

Commentary: Air Jordan 1 Pinnacle debuts with downplayed distinction
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Commentary: Air Jordan 1 Pinnacle debuts with downplayed distinction

By Sandy DoverMay 28, 2015

There's no doubt about the classic elements of the Air Jordan 1 model being everpresent in all of its forms -- and there's been many forms over the years. However, in the debut of the...

Commentary: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Varsity Red' returns 'remastered'
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Commentary: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Varsity Red' returns 'remastered'

By Sandy DoverMay 27, 2015

It goes without saying that the Nike Air Jordan I is arguably the most iconic sneaker in basketball history. With all due respect to the Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor, the Air Jordan I changed the...

50 Shades + Oreos = Jordan Spizike 'Cool Grey'
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50 Shades + Oreos = Jordan Spizike 'Cool Grey'

By Piera MonteneroMay 21, 2015

There's one word that sums up my opinion on the Jordan Spizike 'Cool Grey': ILL! I'm not the biggest fan of the Jordan Spizike, but that colorway brings so much heat to this shoe, that...

It's not 'True Red', it's BRED: Air Jordan 11 Retro Low
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It's not 'True Red', it's BRED: Air Jordan 11 Retro Low

By Piera MonteneroMay 19, 2015

Listen, I don't care what fancy name Jordan Brand gave the color red now (which is "True Red", and I will ignore it throughout this post). The Air Jordan 11 Retro Low 'BRED' is dropping...

Jordan Brand gets 'Hare'-y with Air Jordan 7 Retro
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Jordan Brand gets 'Hare'-y with Air Jordan 7 Retro

By Sandy DoverMay 15, 2015

The Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Hare' has Bugs Bunny's name written all over it, when it comes to the inspiration. It's hard to see it and be able to appreciate its design, history, and standing...

The Air Jordan 11Lab4: 'Rain won't stop you!'
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The Air Jordan 11Lab4: 'Rain won't stop you!'

By Piera MonteneroApril 23, 2015

The Jordan "Lab" series means that the silhouette of a Jordan model is getting the materials or patterns of another Air Jordan model. In this case, the Air Jordan 4 Retro has Air Jordan 11...

Jordan Son Of Low 'Turquoise Blue' is 'perfect for summer'
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Jordan Son Of Low 'Turquoise Blue' is 'perfect for summer'

By Piera MonteneroApril 23, 2015

The Jordan Son of Low 'Turquoise Blue' combines all the best features from the numbered Jordans. They have the Air Jordan III shape, the Air Jordan V tongue, the Air Jordan IV back panel, and...

'I like EVERY SINGLE THING!' on the Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Barcelona Days'
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'I like EVERY SINGLE THING!' on the Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Barcelona Days'

By Piera MonteneroApril 21, 2015

Very quick opinion statement to start: I'm all about this colorway of the Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Barcelona Days'. The two grey tones, the mix of suede and smooth leather, the colors used on the...

Girls' Air Jordan 7 Retro in Court Purple is 'ILL'
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Girls' Air Jordan 7 Retro in Court Purple is 'ILL'

By Piera MonteneroApril 21, 2015

As a person who appreciates sneakers that don't go too wild on colors. I've always been quite happy with the fact that I am a size 8 in men's, a regular size and all the...

Opinion: Air Jordan 13 Retro Low in Navy doesn't 'work at all'
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Opinion: Air Jordan 13 Retro Low in Navy doesn't 'work at all'

By Piera MonteneroApril 20, 2015

This year seems to be the year of the revival of the low models for Jordan Brand. I don't know why because actually the Jordan models don't work at all in their low version. (The...