Valentine’s Day is just one week away, and if you’re still searching for the perfect gift for the special someone in your life, Jordan Brand has a pair of retro sneakers releasing this weekend that could fit the bill.
For those who would rather wear their flowers than keep them in a vase, the brand has re-created the Air Jordan 8 from 1992 and draped it in a rich red suede — “more red than a bouquet of roses,” according to Jordan Brand — with plenty of details tying back to the lover’s holiday.
Inside, the Air Jordan 8’s midsole is covered in a red roses print, but it’s the shoe’s tongue that features the most interesting detail. Here, the classic model’s traditional chenille logo patch has been updated with the outline of a heart for a romantic twist on the otherwise sporty sneaker.
The Air Jordan 8 “Valentine’s Day” will be released in women’s sizes for $190 on Saturday at 10 a.m. ET via Nike SNKRS, and the retro kicks can also be purchased from select Jordan Brand retailers globally.
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In related news, Jordan Brand stole the sneaker spotlight during the Super Bowl LII halftime show when Justin Timberlake took to the stage in a personalized “JTH” Air Jordan 3. The style was released after the performance in limited quantities and has gone on to fetch upward of $2,000 on the resell market.
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