2025 is here, and Air Jordan Brand isn’t just stepping into the new year – they’re leaping right into the deep! From the Year of the Snake collection (because who doesn’t want their kicks to be as smooth as a serpent?) to the return of the classic Air Jordan 5 Grape, MJ’s empire is ready to make sure your sneaker game is as legendary as his. With 40 years of greatness under their belt, the Jordan Brand isn’t just giving us a taste of greatness – they’re giving us the full buffet of exclusives and retros. So buckle up, sneakerheads, because here are the top 10 Jordans you’ll want to have on your radar for 2025. Your wallet may not be ready, but your feet definitely are!
Air Jordan 5 “Black Metallic Reimagined” 2025
The Air Jordan 5 “Black Metallic” will receive an exciting makeover in 2025. The design: matte nubuck uppers, icy soles, and the model’s signature shark teeth detailing done in grey. It’s beautiful! To learn more: Air Jordan 5 “Black Metallic Reimagined”
Jordan 5 ‘Grape’ 2025
Jordan Brand are pulling out classics from the vault for their 40th anniversary. The design: White, New Emerald, Grape Ice, and Black, with Nike Air branding on the rear. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air would be proud! To learn more: The 2025 Jordan 5 ‘Grape’
Air Jordan 12 “Bloodline” 2025
The Jordan Brand ‘Bloodline’ series is making a return in 2025 with a fresh Air Jordan 12 colourway. The design: “Black” and “Varsity Red” across the iconic 1996 model’s design. The sneaker showcases an all-black leather upper with textured overlays. This is stunning! To learn more: Air Jordan 12 “Bloodline”
Air Jordan 4 “Denim” 2025
In 2025, Jordan will introduce a denim Air Jordan 4 sneaker (similar to the Levi’s collab) to their collection. The design: two shades of blue denim, with a lighter tone adorning the upper half, while darker blue denim covers the toe guard, mudguard, and lower lace eyelets. To learn more: Air Jordan 4 “Denim”
Air Jordan “Rare Air” 2025 Collection
Four Air Jordan “Rare Air” releases have been confirmed for 2025. The pack includes an Air Jordan 3, Air Jordan 4, and two Air Jordan 1 High tops – all in dark blue tones. To learn more: Air Jordan “Rare Air” 2025
Air Jordan 1 High “Xuanwu”
The “Xuanwu”-inspired Air Jordan 1 High is one of the most anticipated sneakers of the year. The design: the shoe’s black collar and white leather base are the perfect backdrop for the detailed scale and shell patterns. The tortoise component of the Chinese deity is portrayed through the brown and amber tortoiseshell embellishments. To learn more: Air Jordan 1 High “Xuanwu”
Air Jordan 1 Low “Valentine’s Day” 2025
Jordan promises to make Valentine’s Day 2025 special with this Air Jordan 1 Low. The design: pastel pink leather, with the forefoot overlays having an almost iridescent finish and the heel and collar spruced up with glossy patent leather. To learn more: Air Jordan 1 Low “Valentine’s Day”
Air Jordan 11 ‘Gamma Blue’ 2025
The coveted Air Jordan 11 “Gamma Blue” is expected to return in 2025. The design: black uppers made of mesh, glossy patent leather, and leather at the heels, with Gamma Blue and Varsity Maize. It remains one of the best Air Jordan 11s of all time. To learn more: Air Jordan 11 ‘Gamma Blue’
Air Jordan 11 Low CNY “Year Of The Snake”
In honour of the 2025 Chinese New Year celebrations, Jordan Brand will release the Air Jordan 11 Low CNY “Year Of The Snake”. The snake-inspired design: a blend of “Black,” “Summit White,” and “Football Grey”. To learn more: Air Jordan 11 Low CNY “Year Of The Snake”
‘UNC’ Jordan 4 PE
The ‘UNC’ Jordan 4 PE is inspired by the University of North Carolina (Michael Jordan’s very own alma mater). The design: blue tonal uppers, plus a tongue and mudguard with a stingray texture. To learn more: ‘UNC’ Jordan 4 PE
Tell us, which Air Jordan sneakers are on your watchlist for 2025?
