A Near-Mythical Sneaker Returns Two Decades Later
Nearly 20 years after the original pair became one of the most mythologized Jordans of all time, the UNDEFEATED x Nike Air Jordan 4 sneaker is finally getting a proper release.
The retro also revives the military MA-1 jacket palette (olive, black, orange), luxe materials, and removable Jumpman patches. Plus, there’s a full UNDEFEATED apparel capsule to match, including a thoughtful bomber.
The OG UNDEFEATED x Air Jordan 4 is one of the rarest and most storied Jordans ever made. It was Jordan Brand’s first-ever collab, rumored to be limited to just 72 pairs, and never released to the public.
For years, it’s been a white whale for collectors, reselling for over $25,000 and setting the blueprint for every major collab that followed.
Now, it’s finally getting a wider drop. Though let’s be real, these won’t be easy to cop either.
Alongside the Jordan 4, there’s also a full matching capsule collection and, for UNDEFEATED CEO Eric Peng Cheng, a custom Cartier Crash watch with a color-matched dial. Only the clothes are available on UNDEFEATED's website.
In a year where we’ve seen skateable Jordan 4 shoes, eccentric materials, and occasional ultra-luxe remixes, the UNDEFEATED AJ4 is a reminder of how great some of the OG sneaker collaborations still are.
As for copping? A few pairs may trickle into UNDEFEATED locations, but most will land on StockX before you can even refresh.
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