Nike's newest kicks from the Jordan Brand is a sneaker lover's delight. The latest Air Jordan 12, which drops in stores on Aug. 23, comes in beautiful white, gold and university red colors.
Carrying a FIBA-themed design, this Air Jordan 12 model is a tribute to the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, which is happening on Aug. 31 until Sept. 5 in China. The shoes are featured with white tumbled leather with gold accents that truly make the sneakers stand out. The inner lining of the FIBA Air Jordan 12, on the other hand, is colored an attractive red, which partly extends to the heels. The red shade also seals the branding on the tongue.
Upon closer look, this FIBA Air Jordan 12 footwear has a unique design with the flags of the countries sewn on the mudguard to represent the teams playing in the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup. There are also Chinese symbols by the heel, which likely reads as the name of the sports competition.
According to Hot New Hip Hop, this FIBA exclusive limited release is priced at $190, but there are several models for it that are perfect for the whole family. The FIBA Air Jordan 12 also comes in grade school sizes for $140, preschool sizes for $80, and toddler sizes for $60.
This release is a remastered Air Jordan Retro XII design, per Sneaker News. Originally in stores from 1996 to 1997, this design was the very style that the Chicago Bulls wore during their attempt to win the NBA Finals for the second time. The Air Jordan Retro XII from the Jordan Brand was remastered a few more times from 2003 to 2016 until it became part of the Air Jordan 12 line.
According to Laces Out, Air Jordan 12 sneakers are inspired by two designs: the Japanese's Rising Sun flag and "Nisshoki," a type of Japanese shoe design for women from the 19th century. It's easy to see these influences on the sneakers with its lines that mimic the sun's rays.
Crucial to the style of Air Jordan 12 sneakers is its stitching, which has also been crafted to look like the sun. The heels of the sneakers, on the other hand, is based on the Japanese women's shoes.
Despite its odd look for some, Air Jordan 12 sneakers are quite comfortable, just as Michael Jordan has envisioned it. As such, these shoes are perfect not just for the basketball court but also for casual looks and social setting.
