Model: Air Jordan 1 Zoom Rust
Drop date: January 21
Approx. price: S$219
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Retro design, modern comforts: The Air Jordan 1 Zoom is technically a “protro” (a portmanteau of “performance” and “retro”, find out more about what this means in our sneaker terminology guide), blending a classic silhouette with a full-length Zoom strobel board that provides modern comfort and responsiveness.
The sneaker embodies the deconstructed design language seen on many other popular Nike silhouettes such as Off-White x Nike Air Jordan 4 and Nike React Vision. Suede panels around the lace eyelets and ankle collar are not stitched down while the foam is left exposed around the opening and the tongue.
The Rust colorway is inspired by canyons: It mirrors the earthy browns, dark pinks and deep purples we’ve come to associate with the natural structures. The suede upper further emulates the matte, grainy surfaces of a canyon.
For the ladies: This AJ1 Zoom Rust release is intended to be a women’s exclusive so guys who plan on copping a pair should go up a size and a half.
Final note: If you aren’t a stickler for retro colorways on the Air Jordan 1, the Air Jordan 1 Zoom Rust is a solid pick up. The neutral earthy colors will complement any outfit and the Air Jordan 1 silhouette will add a touch of heat.
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