One of the original Air Jordan 1 High colorways from 1985 is making its return with just the slightest of twists.
The Air Jordan 1 “Metallic Burgundy” will release in February as a dead ringer for “Metallic Red,” which was last reissued, or retroed, in 2017. The difference, of course, is a darker shade of red forming the Swoosh, collar, outsole, and other brands marks. A crisp white then makes up the rest of the shoe, which maintains the same color-blocking and proportions from nearly 40 years ago.
Although they aren’t as heralded as other original colorways from ’85, a total of six sneakers took on different accenting colors with the same metallic sheen. “Metallic Red” was the first to make a comeback in 2009, and it wouldn’t be until “Metallic Navy” in 2016 that another would make a return. A year later, “Metallic Red” was brought back once again, but that’s been all out of the original six “Metallic” sneakers. An assortment of Air Jordan 4s in 2020, however, took inspiration from the color schemes.
As the only one of the “Metallic” sneakers that Michael Jordan actually wore in an NBA game, “Metallic Red” is the natural candidate to be shown the most love. “Metallic Burgundy” should be close enough to the OG to tempt even the most purist of sneakerheads, particularly because retros have been few and far between compared to many other original colorways.
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The Air Jordan 1 High “Metallic Burgundy” will release Feb. 16 through the SNKRS app and select additional retailers. Sizing will be available for men and toddlers, with the former priced at $200.
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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.
