Chris Paul wearing a Jordan CHROMA iD | The Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple “Jubilee” Releases On December 12th

has Jordan Brand s backing Jordan 11 when Michael Jordan, contrary to the behest of Nike and footwear designer Tinker Hatfield, decided to wear an early sample of the shoe during the 1995 NBA Playoffs. The world was stunned as NBA on NBC commentator Ahmad Rashad took a moment to recognize the shiny new Air Jordans prior to tip-off. The shoes wouldn’t release until a year later as part of the legendary 72-10 campaign by the Chicago Bulls, and since then its been considered to be among the greatest basketball shoes in history.

While Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple releases at year’s end has becoming a tradition, Jordan Brand is ensuring that the first look from 25 years ago is getting its recognition. This upcoming Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple 25th Anniversary features an all black upper with metallic Jumpman logos on the heel, a white midsole, and an opaque outsole for an outstandingly sharp colorway. For the first time ever, “JORDAN” will appear via metallic lettering on the eyelets – an early design choice by Tinker Hatfield. The Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple DMP from 2006 was also set to feature this unique detail, but once again it was ultimately shelved – although some pairs managed to leak out and become hot collectors items.

The Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple 25th Anniversary is currently scheduled to release on December 12th, 2020 for $220; full family sizes of these Jordans First Look At The Air Jordan 13 Low Greater China.

UPDATE (11/11/2020):
Nike News has recently confirmed this pair as the Air Jordan XI “Jubilee” inspired by early sketches of the model. The pair was confirmed alongside the Air Jordan XI Adapt, a self-lacing version celebrating the silhouette’s 25th Anniversary. Official images divided here below.

UPDATE (09/28/2020):
More images of the “25th Anniversary” Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple have surfaced.

UPDATE (08/14/2020):
More images of the “25th Anniversary” Air Jordan 1 Retro Hi Prem GS Imperial Purple have been revealed alongside a first look at its packaging.

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