Travis Scott distributes his upcoming Air Jordan 1 Low “Elkins” to his former high school students

Rapper Travis Scott surprised the graduating class of his old high school, Elking High School in Missouri City, Texas, with a special gift. He distributed a pair of his unreleased Air Jordan 1 Low collaboration with Nike named "Elkins" after his school to his former high school students.

The inspiration for the colorway brings Travis Scott back to his hometown and they are tied to the color scheme of the Housten Oilers, his hometown's football team.

The brand has experimented with something new this time, with yellow, blue, and white colorways, bringing a freshness to the collaboration.

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More details about Travis Scott's Air Jordan 1 Low “Elkins”

Travis Scott distributed the graduating class of his former high school, Elkins High School in Missouri City, Texas, with a special gift: a pair of his unreleased Air Jordan 1 Low collaboration. The shoe, nicknamed "Elkins," pays tribute to Scott's roots with a vibrant color scheme inspired by the school's colors.

The Air Jordan 1 Low "Elkins" boasts a striking upper in a bright canary yellow, reminiscent of Elkins High's mascot, the Knights. This bold yellow is contrasted by a racer blue Swoosh logo, a signature detail in many of Scott's Jordan collaborations. The base of the shoe utilizes a light silver hue, giving it a subtle two-tone effect.

A signature detail in many of Scott's Jordan collaborations, the Swoosh logo takes center stage on the midfoot. Here, it breaks away from the traditional placement, appearing reversed and rendered in a deep racer blue.

This adds a touch of playfulness to the design and complements the yellow overlays nicely.

The following information can be found on the official website and pertains to the creation of Michael Jordan's brand. It speaks about its historical context and states that:

"It could be said that Michael Jordan was the genesis of basketball as we know it today. Throughout a fiery and storied career, the tireless MJ overcame his hurdles, soaring above challenge after challenge to realize the unexpected."

It continues:

"Along the way, he redefined basketball's relationship to style, the sport's connection to youth counter-culture and the game's creative potential. Like Jordan himself, his eponymous footwear arrived with a bang, sharing its namesake's tradition-breaking bravado."

The silhouette of the shoe stays true to the classic Air Jordan 1 Low design. The low-cut collar offers comfortable and versatile wear, perfect for warm weather. The iconic Wings logo is embroidered on the heel counter, while the tongue features a nylon construction with a Cactus Jack logo tag.

Completing the look is a clean white midsole and a gum outsole, a favorite among sneaker enthusiasts for its vintage aesthetic and durability.

While the gifted students received an exclusive early release, the "Elkins" Air Jordan 1 Low is expected to hit stores nationwide on May 25, 2024.

The retail price for the women's size is set at $150 USD, with potential variations for children's and toddler sizes. Fans can expect the shoes to be available at select Jordan Brand retailers, both in-store and online, including Nike.com.

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Another collaboration by Travis Scott in collaboration with Nike, Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low in "Velvet Brown" is expected to enter the market in the Spring of 2025. A star since 1985, the Air Jordan 1 High was a game-changer for basketball and became a cultural icon.

This collaboration with Travis Scott features the classic shoe in a simple black and brown colorway, made with top-notch materials for a clean look that goes with anything.

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