Jordan 12 Retro Metal Playoffs

Jordan 12 Retro Metal Playoffs

Details

Colorway
Black / Gym Red-White-Metallic Silver
Style Code
625221-012
Release Date
November 15, 2013
Department
Men
Brand
Jordan
Model
Air Jordan 12

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About the Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs

Inspired by Japan's Rising Sun flag and a woman's 19th-century shoe's high heel (yes, you heard that correctly!), the Tinker Hatfield-designed Air Jordan 12 made its debut in 1996. MJ wanted a comfortable, durable heel that was also stylish, so he took his cue from a woman's shoe profile.

The OG Jordan 12 originated with five colorways in 1996 and 1997. The Air Jordan 12 Retro series was later introduced in 2003 and continues today. From OG colorways like "Taxi" and "Flu Game" to exclusive Retro collabs with OVO and PSNY, Air Jordan 12 sneakers are sought after for their bold silhouette, sharp color combos and long-wearing durability.

Air Jordan 12: History and a Brand New Launch

After the extraordinary success of the Air Jordan 11, Michael Jordan's 12th signature shoe was released in 1996. The official launch of the Jordan Brand occurred the following year, and the Jordan 12s were the last of the line to be sold in a Nike branded box.

Aesthetically, the AJ 12 merged details like stitched leather panels that resembled rays from the sun with a sleek shape based loosely on a 19th-century dress boot. Performance-wise, the Air Jordan 12s retained the revolutionary carbon fiber plate introduced in the Air Jordan 11 and added Nike Zoom Air cushioning - the first Jordan sneaker to do so.

Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs

The Jordan Retro Playoffs are one of the limited-release styles of cleats presented by the Jordan brand. Taking the Jordan 12 Retro silhouette, the cleats feature a black upper with a white mudguard and midsole. On the outsole, medial side, and toe are silver additions; the panel on the side reads "Jumpman. " The tongue of the black and white Jordans features a red Jumpman logo, and the back features more Jordan branding. On the bottom of the cleats are silver spikes.

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