On the bottom of the shoe is the word “BANNED”, a reference to the legend that gave the brand a defiant beginning. The Air Jordan 31 pays tribute to silhouettes of old while carving out its own individuality.
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“On Sept. 15, Nike created a revolutionary basketball shoe”, the voiceover said. It also incorporates Flyweave in the forefoot that blends seamlessly into leather towards the heel.
For the first time, according to the brand, a Swoosh and Jumpman branding is featured on a Air Jordan at the same time.
But the unveil isn’t the first time the shoe has been spotted online.
When Michael Jordan’s first signature shoe arrived during his National Basketball Association rookie season, it came in a black and red colorway that violated the league’s uniform policy.
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An OG colorway of the Air Jordan 5, the basketball sneaker is essentially dipped in a versatile palette with black across its nubuck upper and midsole unit. The shoe might have a throwback design, but underneath, it features layers upon layers of the latest Jordan Brand technology. Dyanamic Flywire lacing takes care of lockdown while the ever-reliable Herringbone traction pattern provides multi-directional coverage. The Air Jordan 1 Banned and it’s accompanying story is truly one for the ages, and it appears that the model is making a comeback this year. The lightweight albeit supportive sneaker will be available at Jordan.com and select Jordan Brand retailers around the globe.
