When it comes to sneakers, few designs take the legacy to the next level and that’s what Nike Air Jordan 4 has among people. With its appealing design and rich history the Jordan 4 exceeds the limits of sportswear as well as fashion which is appealing to both sports people in the game and lifestyle enthusiasts as well. Since it’s the 35th anniversary of this masterpiece let’s deep dive and discuss the historic journey of the past of this legendary footwear.
It’s Origins:
In the year 1989, since the previous air jordan version the Air Jordan 3’s already gained a lot of success, famous footwear and lifestyle designer Tinker Hatfield was in an extremely challenging stage to design it’s successor that could even outshine the jordan 3’s success and sales. And hence the Air Jordan 4 came into existence, a brilliant design that is best for both performance as well as fashion and lifestyle.
Built And Design Details:
The design of the Air Jordan 4’s has been highly liked by the people with the combination of newness and day to day trendy look. As it is highly inspired by the Air Jordan 3, Hatfield went for the minimalistic mid- top design but modified it a bit by adding Durabuck-covered top part and polyurethane panels, to keep breathability and durability in high priority. The inclusion of the outer Air cushioning feature in the front and near the heel was super comfortable plus it ensures protection of feet plus increasing the shoes performance.
Some prominent new features such as plastic winged eyelets for increasing the life and modifiable changeable lacing further made it everyone’s choice as it became the overall best for both looks and performances. On each of it’s little detail Hatfield ensures superiority so that it shows it’s excellence in diverse settings
The Rememberable Moments in History :
Air Jordan 4 solidified it’s superiority with it’s iconic moments where it stood at the best performer in the court . Some of it’s feats are forever remembered by fans, one of which was the MJ’s iconic “Shot” in the year 1989 NBA ,game where MJ’S team got victorious against the Cleveland Cavaliers where he was wearing the ‘Black Cement’ Jordan 4s. This iconic shot put chicago bulls name in the history and along with this made the Air Jordan 4 sneakers loved by all.
Higher Influence Over the Years:
Along with its performance success the Air Jordan 4 also marked it’s way in the pop culture slowly through it’s unique and appealing promotional campaigns. Spike Lee’s renowned character and Mars Blackmon got back to the focus which even more increased AJ4’s overall impact. The footwear’s overall look in the Lee’s movie ‘Do the Right Thing’ made its image as a pop icon even in the urban and closed knit communities.
Evolution And Change:
Over the years the Air Jordan 4 has become an icon which combined the different realities of performance and fashion with it’s finesse. Appeared in various remarkable collaborations with big artists as well as the designers such as Union LA and Travis Scott which actually increased the demands of AJ4 took it to to streetwear fashion as well as the luxury lifestyle realm and further increased it’s significance.
In today’s world the Air Jordan 4 large fanbase and loyal audience gets awes every time when it’s new colorway hits the stores. As most of the colorways are the Limited edition releases which is continuing it’s heritage year by year and with this the innovations with designs and artist collaborations . As it celebrates 35 years of influence, further take it to the next level the AJ4 really took the legacy of Michael Jordan and his brand’s Jumpman logo to the stars.
Various Jordan 4 Releases:
- ‘White Cement’: A classic colorway that has seen a favorite since 1989.
- ‘Bred’: popular since MJ’s “Shot,” black and red colorway is considered as the most iconic in the sneaker culture.
- ‘Fire Red’: An attractive colorway that represents the AJ4’s fiery essence.
- ‘Military Blue’: With the simple look and military-based colors this colorway is also a fan favorite.
- Union LA Collab: This specific collab reimagined the shoes design by mixing the old significant elements with the new touch.
- Travis Scott Collab: They came up with a very detailed and earth tone color palette, which represented scott’s different style.
The journey from the imaginations to the pop culture fame the Air Jordan 4 will always remain one of the greatest and a masterpiece of art and newness that has inspired sneaker heads year after year and is leading with a large impact on the footwear realm. As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of it’s legacy let Aj4’s legacy be honored and celebrated and should be known in the year to come.