Air Jordan VII

The Air Jordan VII was first introduced in 1992 when Micheal and the rest of the 

"Dream Team" traveled to Barcelona, Spain to compete in the Olympics. The first color way that was worn by Mike were dubbed "Olympic" because of the red, white and blue color way. Thus the fist 7th model sneaker was born. The Olympic team went on to win the whole thing giving good advertisement to a shoe that sold of the shelves.

Air Jordan VI

The Nike Air Jordan VI was released in 1990-1991. After following 5 great years with the Chicago Bulls, something was just better about this one for Jordan. Not only winning MVP on the league, but also winning his first of many NBA championships. Following the release of the V. There was not anything too flashy about the 6th model shoe. The only thing that truly caught sneaker heads eyes about the shoe was is first released color way. Introducing a very bright and vibrant "infared" red, the shoe seemed to pop and stand out with a good combination of black on the shoes upper. The shoe also had reflective material on the eye states, so if a bright light shined on the shoe it would make you noticeable, very noticeable, something like a camera's flash right before the picture is taken. Even the model was not as flashy as its other siblings. It still sold of the racks come release day.

Air Jordan V

The Nike Air Jordan V was first released in 1990. Following the coaching replacement from Doug Collins to Phil Jackson, the Jordan V was born. Designed by Tinker Hatfield had added new and innovative features to the shoe. The 5th shoe was modeled after a World War 2 mustang fighter jet. A very noticeable and fan favorite element was the shark teeth on the toe of the shoe. Speckled with paint splatter the feature had added a fresh new look no other shoe had at the time. It was also the first Jordan sneaker to have a clear sole, and reflective tongue and lace locks. Adding the signature "Jumpman"logo to the heel of the shoe topped everything off perfectly. While wearing the Jordan V, Mike had many accolades throughout the season. Leading his team to a franchise best 55-27. He had a career high 69 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Also taking home first team NBA, all star, first team all defense, and the scoring title accolades all in one season!

Air Jordan IV

The Air Jordan IV was released in 1989, following the release of the first three models. Just like the last Air Jordan model, this shoe was also designed by Tinker Hatfield. What made the Jordan IV unique from the others was the the strap on the shoe, making nearly impossible for Micheal to roll and injure his ankle. Micheal had one of his best seasons in the fourth signature shoe. Averaging 32 points a game, being named a NBA all-star, all defensive team, and being on the all NBA team although he did not win a championship. One of the big moments for the Air Jordan IV was when Jordan hit a buzzer beating shot against the Cleveland Cavilers in a win or go home situation. There was also a scene in Spike Lee's film "Do the right thing" where a teenager scuffed his $100 Air Jordan sneakers. There were many Jordan color ways, and some people would rank them as on of the top shoe of all time.

Air Jordan Ill

The Air Jordan lll was released in 1988 following the success of the 1 and 2 models. When Micheal Jordan participated in the 1988 slam dunk competition. Where he wore the first Air Jordan 3 model, "White cement". Designed by Tinker Hatfeld, the Air Jordan lll was featured with tumbled leather and the very innovative "elephant print". This shoe become so iconic because of Micheal Jordans world famous free throw line dunk. The Jordan lll had multiple different color ways, but as usual the first color way was to match the Chicago Bulls uniform. This shoe was also the first Air Jordan model to feature the iconic jump an logo of Micheal Jordan, not to mention the first to have a visible air unit in the bottom of the shoe. Every shoe after this one was released featured Micheal Jordans logo, making the shoe very easy to identify. For the commercial of the Jordan, they had famous actor and director Spike Lee in one of his commercials as Mars Blackmon. One of his most favorite line is the commercial  for why Mikw played so well was "Its gotta be the shoes". Hinting at if you wore these shoes you will play extremely well. 

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Air Jordan ll

 The Air Jordan ll was first introduced in 1985, and was designed by Peter Moore. Following the huge success of the previous model the Air Jordan 1. Nike was encouraged to make a follow up shoe. Made in Italy, designers wanted to give the shoe a luxury feel. Adding nicer leather and other materials. Since Micheal Jordan played for the Chicago Bulls most of his career, the first color way was naturally a white and red color way to match their jerseys. Eventually as the years went by, they ended up releasing multiple color ways for the public to buy. The shoes retailed at $100.






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