We might be halfway through 2025, but Jordan Brand still has a few huge surprises in store for the rest of the year. And the good news is that the Air Jordan 3 seems to be one of the sneakers getting a lot of shine in the 2nd half of 2025. We’ve already gotten some classics this year (like the retroed Black Cement, Lucky Shorts and the Seoul 2.0), but there’s still so much to look forward to, including special collabs and limited edition 40th anniversary releases. Let’s take a look forward at 10 must-have Air Jordan 3 sneakers still releasing in 2025.
1. Air Jordan 3 “Desert Sand”
The colors, Desert Sand, Light Armoury Blue, Light Orewood Brown, Vast Grey, Soft Pearl, and Summit White, blend to make the perfect holiday season sneaker. You could see sneakerheads wearing these to the beach or even with shorts to the mall. They’re light, fun, and will probably sell out really fast.
2. Air Jordan 3 “Champagne and Oysters”
The “Champagne and Oysters” colourway blends Sail, Team Gold, Pale Ivory, Metallic Gold, and Ice to create a colourway that lives up to its name. Again, it’s beautiful, soft and clean. This seems to be the look for 2025.
3. Air Jordan 3 OG “Mexico” (Black)
Jordan Brand is also planning the release of a very special Black and Metallic Silver design for the fall season to honour Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrations, or might allude to a Dia de Los Muertos theme.
4. Air Jordan 3 “Starfish”
Jordan Brand unveils the Air Jordan 3 “Starfish” for its 40th anniversary, ditching elephant print for canvas and bold orange suede. It’s dressed in Sail and Starfish Orange with natural-looking woven materials that give it a wheat-like texture. If you’re thinking of the Nina Chanel Abney collab, you’re not far off. There’s a similar vibe, but the Starfish adds its own twist.
5. Air Jordan 3 “Dusted Clay”
Insiders have confirmed an earthy combination of Dusted Clay, Shimmer, Muslin, and Martian Sunrise hues for the upcoming release. We haven’t seen an actual pair yet. The above image is just a mockup for now. But it looks like something that fits the 2025 release collection.
6. Air Jordan 3 OG “Mexico” (White)
The other pair in the Mexico Air Jordan 3 collection looks like a polar opposite to the black pair. It celebrates Mexico’s vibrant culture with a white-based colourway featuring Metallic Gold, Pine Green, Dragon Red, and Sail highlights. This is a beautiful sneaker. You can expect it to sell out really, really fast.
7. Air Jordan 3 “Pure Money”
Nike’s Pure Money sneakers have always been a big hit with fans. And this one looks like it’s going to be another. Again, it’s super clean. It looks like the clean look is where it’s at in 2025. The 2025 design will include the traditional white tumbled leather uppers, metallic silver hardware on the tongue and eyelets, and light grey elephant print detailing on the toe and heel. You can’t go wrong with these.
8. Air Jordan 3 “Cobalt Bliss/Pink Glow”
Jordan is leaving no one behind. These Air Jordan 3 “Cobalt Bliss/Pink Glow” is aimed at younger sneakerheads, but don’t be too jelly, there are plenty of other beautiful colorways for adults.
9. Air Jordan 3 “Family Affair”
Just one look at these and you can already hear the Sly and The Family Stone track in your head. This Jordan 3 design is said to honour his Airness’ hunting traditions, which he shares with his inner circle and close family members in North Carolina. The pair’s palette includes Medium Olive, Sequoia, Neutral Olive, Sail, and Total Crimson, combining earthy tones with a few vibrant colours. I’m sure there’s a Jordan for everything Michael Jordan loves by now.
10. SoleFly x Air Jordan 3
Again, another super plain Air Jordan 3 closes our list. This one comes from a collab with SoleFly, a Miami-based sneaker and apparel store. The colour scheme for the design is expected to combine Sail, Gorge Green, Bright Mandarin, and Sail hues. For now, this is just a mockup. Let’s hope the final product has a bit more interesting details. See more sneaker releases here.
