Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan 1 Is Joining the New ‘Rare Air’ Series With Tweaks on a Classic
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Next year will see the debut of a “Rare Air” series of Air Jordans bringing subtle branding changes among other shifts for some of the line’s most venerated models. As leaks have brought glimpses of the forthcoming Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 4, the best look yet at one of the Air Jordan 1s has now been revealed by the reputed leaker Sneaker Knockerz.
The Air Jordan 1 High “Rare Air Cinnabar” is named for the red mineral that informs the shoe’s accents. The namesake color is used for the Air Jordan wings logo on the lateral collar, as well as the stitching for the grey suede Swoosh and the outsole. White leather is then used for the majority of the upper, save for grey suede collar to match the Swoosh. A blue and red tongue tag matches the insole and its “Rare Air” branding, but the most noteworthy flourish is the black medial wings logo that reads “Nike Air” rather than “Air Jordan. Rounding out the shoe is a faux-aged midsole that’s become more commonly favored on Air Jordan 1.
In addition to this colorway, another Air Jordan 1 High “Rare Air” has been leaked via in-hand images in a “Deep Royal Blue” colorway sharing a number of common elements with the original “Game Royal” edition.
There will also be an Air Jordan 4 “Rare Air” with blue accents and new marks added to the classic “Bred” edition, while the Air Jordan 3 “Rare Air” features a similar combo of black, blue, red, white and grey with inverted “Nike Air” marks on the mustache.
The Air Jordan 1 High “Rare Air Cinnabar” is expected to release in April 2025 through the Snkrs app and select third-party retailers. Pricing is set at $180.
About the Author:
Ian Servantes is a Senior News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.
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