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November is bringing the bulk of Jordan Brand’s holiday slate, making it one of the stronger months of the year for Air Jordan releases. Fan-favorite models in the Air Jordan 1, Air Jordan 3, Air Jordan 4, Air Jordan 5, and Air Jordan 11 will all make their presence known through either new or returning colorways. There’s also an array of non-traditional material applications, and at the tail-end of the month a couple pair of Js will arrive with reinforcements for winter.
From the Air Jordan 1 “Royal” being “Reimagined” in suede to A Ma Maniére’s long-discussed Air Jordan 5 collaboration, we take you through all of this month’s Air Jordan releases ahead. Bear in mind that some information comes by way of leaks, making release details subject to change. We’ll keep this article updated throughout November.
Air Jordan 2 Women’s “Mauve”
Release Date: Nov. 2
Price: $175
A brand-new, women’s exclusive colorway comes to the Air Jordan 2 with a nubuck upper and translucent heel counter. Mauve has been a popular choice for Jordan Brand hits year, and this might be the best application of it yet.
Air Jordan 1 “Royal Reimagined”
Release Date: Nov. 4
Price: $180
Jordan Brand’s “Reimagined” series sees one of the Air Jordan 1’s original colorways done up in suede instead of leather. “Pre-sale” prices are below that of retail, but this is the very sort of the shoe that people later regret passing over.
Air Jordan 38 “University Red”
Release Date: Nov. 7
Price: $200
It ain’t all retros here. The latest Air Jordan model takes on an abundance of red for an arrangement that highlights the upper’s many divergent lines.
Air Jordan 5 “Midnight Navy”
Release Date: Nov. 10
Price: $210
A brand-new, blue-heavy color scheme comes to the Air Jordan 5 and bears some resemblance to a 2015 release featuring the same primary color, but with regular leather and turquoise accents.
Air Jordan 11 Women’s “Neapolitan”
Release Date: Nov. 11
Price: $225
Although it’s new to the Air Jordan 11, the “Neapolitan” colorway isn’t unfamiliar or unwelcome to sneakerheads. This women’s-exclusive is one of two AJ11s releasing this holiday season.
Air Jordan 3 Women’s “Off-Noir”
Release Date: Nov. 15
Price: $200
Call it “Off-Noir” or call it “Black Cement” with suede, no red, and just a few other slight tweaks to the classic sneaker.
A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 5 “Dawn”
Release Date: Nov. 17
Price: $225
“Dawn” will be the first of two colorways to release from A Ma Maniére’s latest Air Jordan collaboration. In announcing the sneaker, AMM founder James Whitner invoked Maya Angelou and James Baldwin while explaining the “Dusk to Dawn” theme. The second half of the sneaker capsule will follow later in the month.
Air Jordan Golf “Gift Giving Pack”
Release Date: Nov. 17
Price: TBD
Continuing to ramp up its golf offerings, Jordan Brand will release a trio of Air Jordans retooled for the golf course. The Air Jordan 1 High and Low, as well as the Air Jordan 6 Low, are all given a shiny silver upper. The two AJ1s both get a translucent blue outsole, while the AJ6 gets a transparent one revealing a custom graphic.
Air Jordan 2 “Origins”
Release Date: Nov. 18
Price: $175
The Air Jordan 2 takes on a new Italian-flag inspired colorway as a nod to the sneaker originally being made in Italy when it released in 1986.
Air Jordan 4 SE Craft “Olive”
Release Date: Nov. 18
Price: $210
A strong military look comes to the Air Jordan 4, which makes use of suede and does away with the netted window at midfoot in favor of of suede taking on a quilted texture.
Air Jordan 13 “Wheat”
Release Date: Nov. 21
Price: $200
When it made its debut in 2004, the Air Jordan 13 “Wheat” first version of the model to deviate from the OG colorways. It also helped spearhead more lifestyle oriented color schemes for Jordan retros and is part of a long line of sneakers borrowing the look of Timberland boots to much fanfare.
Air Jordan 2 Low Women’s “Chicago Twist”
Release Date: Nov. 21
Price: $150
The unofficial “Chicago Twist” nickname for this new AJ2 refers to black moving more to the forefront than it usually does for “Chicago” sneakerheads. Another twist comes in its use of satin alongside leather.
A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 5 “Dusk”
Release Date: Nov. 24
Price: $225
As the second half of A Ma Maniére’s Air Jordan 5 pack, this version opts for a predominately black color scheme with the same custom monogram as its predecessor appearing on the TPU window and tongue. Completely unique to this pair is the Air Bubble taking on branding for the Atlanta-based boutique.
Air Jordan 3 “Fear”
Release Date: Nov. 25
Price: $210
Originally released in 2013, the Air Jordan 3 “Fear” is missing the Halloween deadline but will be welcomed back with no less enthusiasm in between two less spooky holidays.
Air Jordan 8 Winterized “Gunsmoke”
Release Date: Nov. 27
Price: $210
The Air Jordan 8’s 30th anniversary celebration has taken on many forms, including transplanting its signature “Aqua” colorway on the Air Jordan 6. A winterized treatment sees the AJ8 add water-resistent nubuck and a thicker collar lining for warmth, while reflective straps will stand out under lighting even more than the silver accents.
Air Jordan 6 Gore-Tex Women’s “Brown Kelp”
Release Date: Nov. 29
Price: $250
Gore-Tex dials up the reinforcement even further for this pair of Js that’ll act like a pair of boots.
About the Author:
Ian Servantes is a Senior Trending News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.
