Part of the Jordan Brand’s 40th-anniversary celebration this year has included an exhibition of samples of all the original Jordan 1 colourways redone in the newish High ’85 style. Jumpman team members shared a brief glimpse of their efforts on social media for sneaker enthusiasts to take in. We put together a list of all these Jordan 1 High ’85 samples on display at Beaverton HQ, indicating if they have already seen a drop with the updated shape and materials or if it’s still expected.
Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred”
Jordan Brand released its famous black and red colourway in the High ’85 style as part of its 40th birthday releases in early 2025.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Shadow”
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Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Storm Blue”
Sneakerheads are still waiting on a retro reissue of the “Storm Blue” Jordan 1 High in the new look. In fact, the colourway itself was last available just under a decade ago. That said, a low-top version with Big Swooshes is set to release in September 2025. Find out more about the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Storm Blue”.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Black”
The “Metallic Black” AJ1 High has never actually seen a retro release. There was only a low-top version that dropped in the ’85 style last year (2024). But, hey, there’s always a first time.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Black Toe”
Jordan Brand reimagined its popular “Black Toe” colourway with “Air Jordan” text on the ankle flap just this year. But no signs of a High ’85 design just yet.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Red”
The “Metallic Red” AJ1 colourway has seen quite a few High and Low retros over the years, but none in the updated shape.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Navy”
The “Metallic Navy” Jordan 1 Highs were last available in 2016. They are returning as an Air Jordan 1 Mule Golf this summer, but sneakerheads will have to wait a while before they drop in the improved shape.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Black/White”
Jordan Brand just released the “Black/White” colourway in the updated High ’85 shape in 2023.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Neutral Grey”
The new and improved “Neutral Grey” retro release already dropped in 2021.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Purple”
These white and purple shoes are still expected to drop in the high ’85 style, but maybe not as soon seeing as the Jumpman Label already released a retro version of the colourway in 2021.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Green”
Despite being redesigned for the golf course in 2023, the “Metallic Green” colourway has not made a comeback in the updated design.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Burgundy”
Jordan Brand already released the “Metallic Burgundy” colourway in the High ’85 style in 2024.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Metallic Orange”
The “Metallic Orange” colourway has never been reissued in a retro style, but it’s high time for these to make a return.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Chicago”
Artist Julian Gaines shared the first look of the Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Chicago” in early 2025. Hopefully, this is an indication that this colourway will be part of the High ’85 releases in the coming years.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “UNC”
Hiroshi Fujiwara was spotted wearing the upcoming Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “UNC” design, so perhaps we’ll see a close-to-original release of this colourway sooner than we think.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High ’85 “Royal”
DJ Chase B showed off the “Royal” Air Jordan 1 High ’85 design late last year. According to reports, this drop might happen as early as 2026.
