Rounding out the month of April, Jordan Brand is commemorating the University of North Carolina Tarheels with a Jordan 4, Nike and sacai are back with two new variations of the VaporWaffle, and Travis Scott is adding a twist to the Jordan 6 once again. Find out what other new sneaker releases caught our attention this week in the newest installment of The Drop List.
Air Jordan 4 University Blue
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Jordan Brand pays homage to MJ’s alma mater once again with the Air Jordan 4 University Blue. The University Blue colorway draws a close resemblance to the extremely rare Air Jordan 4 UNC PE that was given to Tarheel student-athletes in 2019.
The Air Jordan 4 University Blue features a University Blue suede upper with mesh netting on the quarter panel and tongue. The eyelets, heel tab, and sections of the midsole are a speckled Cement Grey. Two woven labels are stitched to the tongue: the classic Jumpman woven label and a Team Jordan jock tag. A black, white, and Tech Grey sole with a clear Air unit completes the design.
The Air Jordan 4 University Blue releases on Wednesday, April 28th for $200 on the SNKRS app and at select retailers.
Nike x sacai VaporWaffle
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Nike and sacai are teaming up once again to deliver two new variations of the Nike sacai VaporWaffle. Arriving in Sesame and Dark Iris colorways, this collaboration explores new materials and color palettes while retaining the reconstructed design aesthetic that sacai is known for.
The upper of the Dark Iris VaporWaffle is composed of a Dark Iris suede, leather, and textile upper with hits of orange on the Swoosh and heel wrap. The upper of the Sesame pair is made of a Sesame textile upper with suede and leather overlays. Nike and sacai branding appears on the woven tongue labels and heel tabs. A black Waffle outsole adds the finishing touches to both colorways.
Both colorways of the Nike x sacai VaporWaffle release on Thursday, April 29th for $180 on the SNKRS app and at select stores.
Air Jordan 6 Retro Travis Scott British Khaki
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Travis Scott and Jordan Brand are teaming up once again to deliver the Air Jordan 6 Retro Travis Scott British Khaki. The British Khaki marks the second time that Travis has added his touch to the Jordan 6 silhouette, the first being the 2019 Air Jordan 6 Travis Scott.
The upper of the Air Jordan 6 Retro Travis Scott British Khaki is made of British Khaki suede. From there, hits of Bright Crimson appear on the heel and tongue embroidered logos. The upper also has two cargo pockets: one with a snap enclosure on the lateral ankle and one with a zip enclosure on the medial ankle. A translucent tongue, heel tab, and outsole that glows in the dark adds the finishing touches to this latest Travis Scott Jordan.
The Air Jordan 6 Retro Travis Scott British Khaki releases on Friday, May 30th for $250 at select Jordan retailers.
Air Jordan 13 Gym Red Flint
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Jordan is flipping one of the most popular Jordan 13 colorways of all time to create a new colorway with the Air Jordan 13 Gym Red Flint. The Gym Red Flint draws its inspiration from the often re-issued Air Jordan 13 Flint, remixing to the iconic colorway.
The Air Jordan 13 Gym Red Flint features an upper of Gym Red reflective mesh, white leather, and Flint Durabuck. In line with Jordan 13s of the past, a holographic Jumpman emblem is displayed on the lateral ankle. An embroidered Jumpman insignia on the tongue completes this Jordan 13.
The Jordan 13 Gym Red Flint releases on Saturday, May 1st for $190 on the SNKRS app and at Jordan retailers.
Air Jordan 3 A Ma Maniére (W)
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DC-based sneaker boutique A Ma Maniére and Jordan Brand are teaming up for the women’s exclusive Air Jordan 3 A Ma Maniére (W). The release aligns with their short film Raised By Women, an ode to the accomplishments of everyday women in urban communities.
The Air Jordan 3 A Ma Maniére features a white tumbled leather upper with Medium Grey suede overlays. The eyelets, heel tab, and midsole are yellowed for a vintage aesthetic. From there, the tongues feature embroidered A Ma Maniére logo and Jumpman logos. A white, Violet Ore, and Medium Grey sole with a classic Air unit completes this retro look.
The Air Jordan 3 A Ma Maniére releases on Wednesday, April 28th for $200 at A Ma Maniére’s website
Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT Califia Aleali May
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World-renowned stylist and model Aleali May is partnering with Jordan Brand to release her third Jordan 1, the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT Califia. According to her interview with Nike, the Califia colorway draws inspiration from May’s high school drill team, where she learned the importance of self-expression, community, and leadership.
The Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT Califia features a green and Royal Blue leather upper. The ankle and cut-out Swoosh logos are green satin, the Wings logo on the ankle is cream chenille, and a cream, green, and yellow Air sole completes the school-spirited shoe.
The Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT Califia Aleali May releases on Monday, April 26th for $140 on the SNKRS app and at select Nike retailers.
Nike LeBron 8 Hardwood Classic
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Nike is giving the Nike LeBron 8 Hardwood Classic its first-ever official release. The Hardwood Classic colorway originally debuted as a Player Exclusive in 2011 as a homage to the 1987 Cleveland Cavaliers uniforms.
The Nike LeBron 8 Hardwood Classic features a Varsity Royal Durabuck upper. Hits of white and Orange Blaze appear on the Swoosh, heel tab, and FlyWire throughout. The Total Orange mesh tongue features an embossed lion head detailing at the top to complete the design.
The Nike LeBron 8 Hardwood Classic releases on Wednesday, April 14th for $200 on the SNKRS app and at select retailers.
adidas UltraBoost 6.0 Crew Blue
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adidas is entering a new chapter in UltraBoosts this week with the adidas UltraBoost 6.0 Crew Blue. The UltraBoost 6.0 is made to promote environmental consciousness by utilizing sustainable materials.
The adidas UltraBoost 6.0 Crew Blue features a Non-Dyed and Crew Blue Primeknit upper made with 75% Primeblue recycled yarn. From there, the lace cage and heel counter, made with reprocessed plastics and old fishing nets, provide stiffness, shape, and comfort. A white Boost midsole and Continental™ rubber outsole wrap up the design.
The adidas UltraBoost 6.0 Crew Blue releases on Tuesday, April 27th for $180 on the adidas website and at select stores.
adidas Yeezy Slides
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Yeezy is dropping off a set of Slides in three colorways: Resin, Core, and Pure. The Resin colorway originally debuted in 2019, while the other two colorways, Core and Pure, are new to the line.
The adidas Yeezy Slide Resin, Core, and Pure are made of EVA foam throughout the design to provide lightweight durability. From there, a soft footbed offers an immediate step-in comfort. An outsole with accentuated grooves for traction and support wraps the design.
The adidas Yeezy Slide Resin, Core, and Pure colorways release on Monday, April 26th for $60 on the adidas CONFIRMED app, Yeezy Supply, and at select retailers.
