Bringing ’99 Back

December 31, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

Looking forward to 2014, and all it has to bring…

Respecting the DJ since 1984

December 30, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

Braving this cold Chicago day via EB • Def Jam • Popular Demand • Jordan Brand

2001 Air Jordan 1 High OG “Bred”

December 27, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

Arguably the most popular of the original 1985 Air Jordan colorway, this OG ‘Banned’ edition that earned MJ $5000/game fines,
changed the way we saw basketball shoes in an irreversible way. Seeing them revert to the original branding
furthers the sense that this is a truly special timeless release.

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Air Jordan 11 Gamma Season

December 21, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

Air Jordan 11 – Gamma Blue

Ever since Michael Jordan made magic in the ’95 playoffs, every Air Jordan XI has been an instant classic. Now, the Air Jordan XI ‘Gamma’ is in line to do the same. This colorway features a black upper and midsole, with accents of Gamma Blue and Varsity Maize. The black patent leather and translucent outsole complete the classic look. This holiday season’s ‘Gamma Blue’ Air Jordan 11 Retro will also mark the return of the original pullout box to match. One of several new retro styles set to be released soon with ‘Gamma Blue’ taking center stage, this all new look is the first holiday release of the Air Jordan 11 Mid to not sport an original colorway.

Air Jordan V “Laney”

November 7, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time.

In this context it seems so unlikely that he could have ever been left off the varsity squad,
but this is also why His Airness’ rise to immortality is so inspiring.

MJ worked hard to make sure nothing like that would ever happen again
and he parlayed his successes at Wilmington’s Laney High School into a full ride at UNC.

Air Jordan 10 • Diggin in the Closet

October 17, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

The Air Jordan 10 (X) Original (OG) – Charlotte Hornets (White / Black – Dark Powder Blue) was released November 1994, retailing for $125. They feature a simple design, with a white full- grain leather upper, black tongue, and black midsole. The tongue features an easy lacing system, which are usually a different color from the tongue, but is all black in this case. They are dubbed the Charlotte Hornets, as they are part of the “Cities Series”, and because of the powder blue colorway. The outsoles feature a striped design(powder blue, black), constructed from solid rubber which lists Jordan’s previous accomplishments. This was when Michael came back to the game, which surprised Nike, as they had already began releasing retros of the first three Air Jordan models.

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1999 Air Jordan 4 • Retro OG

October 15, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

Air Jordan 4 1999 Retro

As stated earlier, the original release of the Air Jordan 4 White/Cement came in 1989, but in 1999 the Air Jordan 4 made a ferocious return as a retro. The ’99 release of the Air Jordan 4 reinvigorated the retro market which saw everything but success back in 1994 and 1995. For years, the White/Cement Air Jordan 4s were sought after by collectors, Jordan fans, and sneakerheads for its iconic style and true-to-the-original branding. With age, the midsoles deteriorate on the Air Jordan 4 White/Cement, but hundreds of collectors have commissioned sneaker restorers to “resole” the shoes with new midsole/outsoles giving new life to an old classic. The Black and Red color scheme is one of the OG colorways, featuring black nubuck paneling throughout the upper. Cement Grey and Red accents are exactly like the original release, even down to the NIKE AIR on the back heel tab.

All in the Details

October 3, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

One of the many reasons I love the iconic Air Jordan line, is the attention to detail in the design of each shoe. The inspiration for each shoe, and the overall process of giving each edition such a historic connection to moments of Michael Jordans career.

Air Jordan IV Releases

August 29, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

Air Jordan IV “Green Glow”

Air Jordan IV “Fear Pack”

Nike Air Jordan Sneaker Room

August 21, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

Finally getting this room organized! #justdoit

UPDATE • June 2016

Packin’ Heat for Miami trip..

August 16, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

Headed to Miami this weekend to shoot some flicks with Justin Timberlake, and gotta pack the freshest kicks since he is atop the sneaker game!

All About Buckets

August 13, 2013 | Category: Photography, Ward 1 Sneakers

Perfect way to set my mind at ease…

2001 Air Jordan Retro 1

July 30, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

The Air Jordan 1 (I) Retro+ – Neutral Grey / Metallic Silver were released on October 6, 2001, and retailed for $80. They are simple, yet feature a marvelous colorway, featuring a grey and metallic silver upper with a a white midsole.

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Air Jordan 4 •Toro

July 17, 2013 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

The Air Jordan IV is back, and it’s outfitted this time with one of the most exciting retro+ colorways we’ve ever seen. That would be the “Toro” combo, one that lets fire red take over the entirety of the synthetic nubuck panels up top. The red thing has of course been done on retros before, but it’s not one that comes around too terribly often.

Air Jordan IV
Fire Red/White-Black-Cement Grey
308497-603
07/13/13
$160