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The Air Jordan 9 will make a comeback in one of its most sought colour schemes. The AJ 9 Retro "Powder Blue" re-release, which was last seen in 2010, is long overdue. Thankfully, Jordan Brand plans to reissue this vintage pair in all its splendor in 2024 to celebrate the silhouette's 30th anniversary. The entire shoe is wrapped up in a Summit White/Black-Dark Powder Blue palette.
The widely acclaimed Air Jordan 9 “Powder Blue” shoes are expected to hit the shelves sometime during Spring 2024. Although the exact launch dates aren’t revealed by the shoe company, these shoes will be offered by the Nike’s SNKRS app and a slew of other Jordan Brand retail shops.
These sneakers will be sold in full-family size run. While the adult and grade-school sizes are marked with $210 and $160, the preschool and toddler/infant sizes will be dropped with $100, and $85 price tags, respectively.
Air Jordan 9 Retro "Powder Blue" Shoes are complimented with black and summit white accents throughout
The Air Jordan 9 is one of the most iconic models in the Jordan Brand's history. It was the first shoe to be released after Michael Jordan's first retirement from the NBA in 1993, and it featured a global design that represented his influence around the world. The shoe also had a unique sole that displayed different words and symbols in various languages, such as "peace," "sport," and "freedom."
The origin and backstory of the signature ninth shoe is mentioned on the Jordan Brand’s official web page as:
“After three consecutive years as the league's champion, MJ left the hardwood - his first of three total retirements. But his hiatus from one game didn't hinder his athletic vision. Jordan took to the baseball diamond instead, playing a single season in the minor leagues.”
It further reads:
“Neither did this professional pivot stop the release of the Air Jordan IX. His status as an international icon inspired a multilingual homage to his attributes on the sole, including words like independence, freedom, athletic, and force.”
One of the most popular colorways of the Air Jordan 9 is the "Powder Blue" version, which was originally released in 1993 and re-released in 2010. The most recent version of this Air Jordan 9 Retro is expected to be the most similar to the original in terms of specifications.
The shoe is dressed in summit white, black, and dark powder blue. It has a white leather upper with embellishments in black as well as dark powder blue. However, it is unclear if the back heels will have the number "23" embroidered on them or not. If Jordan Brand wants them to stay true to their 1994 counterpart, the 2024 retro should have fewer than 23 members.
The Air Jordan 9 Retro "Powder Blue" shoes are not only a stylish and comfortable footwear option but also a piece of basketball history and culture. They represent Jordan's legacy and influence on the game and beyond, as well as his connection to his college roots. The shoes are a must-have for any sneaker enthusiast or Jordan fan who appreciates quality and design.
Interested readers are advised to sign up on the Nike’s website or use the SNKRS app for quick alerts on the upcoming release.
