Originally designed for Michael Jordan In 1985, the Air Jordan 1 High They quickly earned a place in sneaker history. Characterized by their tall silhouette and the iconic red and black color combinationwho defied the rules of the NBA and captured worldwide attention, these sneakers became a classic of sports shoesand to date they continue to be reissued with different designs.
In this context, the upcoming launch of the Air Jordan 1 High will be the “First in Flight”designed as a tribute to the famous Wright brothers and Michael Jordan, who managed to fly but in their respective fields.
This is what the Air Jordan 1 High “First in Flight” will look like
What do the best-known American aviation pioneers the Wright brothers and NBA star Michael Jordan have in common? It seems like an odd mix, but the answer is actually easier than it seems. All these figures coincide in the same place: North Carolina.
The Wright brothers starred the first successful flight in 1903 andn Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, while Michael Jordan began his professional career in lat University of North Carolinaafter winning a scholarship to play basketball in the 1981-82 season.
Thus, The new Air Jordan 1 High “First in Flight” They are presented in high quality leather, with a color palette that combines white with two shades of blue. Light blue “UNC” adorns the Swoosh and front overlays, while a darker navy takes over the heel and ankle areas. And as it could not be missing, in this case the iconic Jordan wings logo is in gold.
Their launch? They are scheduled for next July 6 on the Nike website and also available in retail stores selected. The sale price, meanwhile, is expected to be around USD $180.
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