Month: August 2025

Name: Air Jordan 12 “French Blue”Colorway: White/French Blue/Metallic Silver/Varsity RedSKU: CT8013-114MSRP: $205 USDRelease Date: August 16Where to Buy: NikeUpdate: After nearly a year of discussing the return of the Air Jordan 12 “French Blue” below, it’s finally dropping this month. Previewed earlier this year, the shoe revisits all of the colorway’s signature details, from its “French Blue” pebbled leather mudguard to the white leather upper. The pair remains set to release on August 16 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers, however, it is now price at an adjusted amount of $205 USD.Update: One of many rumors being discussed last year involved the return of the Air Jordan 12 “French Blue” in 2025. After many months of waiting, we now have a first look at what to expect from the re-release. As expected, its signature blue hue hits the outsole and pebbled leather mudguard while white adorns a majority of the upper. “Metallic Silver” accents are joined by “Varsity Red” detailing at the heel branding to complete this initial look. Release is now set to take place on August 16 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $200 USD. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Solespeed4image (@solespeed4image)Update: It’s been just over a month since word of a Air Jordan 12 “French Blue 2.0” releasing in 2025 popped up. Now, zSneakerHeadz has amended their report to share that it will actually be the original 2004 “French Blue” design returning to shelves next fall. Look for the white, blue and gray colorway to arrive on shelves next year via Nike SNKRS and select retailers. Stay tuned for updates, including a first look, and review our initial coverage below for more info. View this post on Instagram A post shared by zSneakerHeadz (@zsneakerheadz)Original Story: Looking ahead to 2025, there are plenty of exciting rumors surrounding Jordan Brand and its key models like the Air Jordan 1 and Air Jordan 4. On top of this, other silhouettes like the Air Jordan 12 have steadily established a solid rotation of looks to anticipate. On top of the “Flu Game” design dropping again next year, the “Taxi” pair is set to return alongside 2004’s “Melo” colorway.Now, a new rumor from zSneakerHeadz has described a “French Blue 2.0” look that is being prepared for next year. Building off of 2004’s “French Blue” iteration that was last revisited in 2016, this new rendition of the Air Jordan 12 is expected to combine the white and blue finish with a hint of red detailing at the midfoot.At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has not indicated that a new “French Blue 2.0” colorway will be releasing. Stay tuned for updates, including a first look at the pair, as we currently expect it to release during the fall of 2025 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $200 USD. View this post on Instagram A post shared by zSneakerHeadz (@zsneakerheadz)

Name: Air Jordan 4 “Denim”Colorway: Sail/Gum Light Brown/Worn Blue/Sail/Metallic GoldSKU: IB6716-100MSRP: $220 USDRelease Date: August 9Where to Buy: NikeUpdate: The new Air Jordan 4 “Denim,” or “Worn Blue,” is finally dropping this week. It has been loaded onto Nike’s SNKRS platform, revealing a complete set of images highlighting the sneaker. Two-tone denim construction combines with off-white and gum sole detailing, as we’ve noted in our previous discussions below. Rounding out the pair is a set of golden dubrae that reads “Jordan Family” and a denim-inspired special shoe box. The pair is set to drop on August 9 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers in women’s sizes at an adjusted price of $220 USD.Update: We’re back with another preview of this year’s Air Jordan 4 “Denim” colorway, which remains set to launch this August. The pair, which we have described in detail below, sports two different denim layers, going from mostly light blue at the medial to a darker shade at the opposite side. A golden “Family” dubrae and gum sole round out the pair from there. Release remains anticipated for August 9 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers in women’s sizes at a price of $215 USD.Update: It’s now been over half a year since word of a new “Denim” version of the Air Jordan 4 first hit the net. We finally have an initial preview of the pair, confirming that its two-tone “Denim” layers begin with a standard blue at the lower part of the upper and a lighter blue up top. A white sole unit features gum accents at the outsole’s toe and heel regions while a golden “Family” dubrae adds some flair to the pair. This new take on the Air Jordan 4 is now expected to drop on August 9 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a price of $215 USD. Stay tuned for more updates and review our previous coverage below for more info. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Apollo Luo (@apolloluo1976)Original Story: Looking ahead to 2025, Jordan Brand has plenty planned for fans of the Air Jordan 4. Adding to the already exciting list of rumors, which includes everything from the legendary UNDEFEATED collab to “Black Cat” pairs returning, Sneaker Market RO has reported that a “Denim” colorway is in the works.The Jumpman team is no stranger to the style, having recently utilized it across the Air Jordan 1 High OG and Jordan Air Ship. As for the Air Jordan 4, it donned three different denim looks in collaboration with Levi’s back in 2018. This time around, while we have yet to spot the pair, its rumored color blocking sees two different denims paired together across the upper, as visualized in the mock-up above.At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has not yet indicated that a new “Denim” colorway of the Air Jordan 4 will be dropping next year. Stay tuned for updates, including a first look at the shoe, as we currently expect it to drop in the fall of 2025 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $215 USD. View this post on Instagram A post shared by zSneakerHeadz (@zsneakerheadz)

Name: New Balance 509 “Aurora Borealis” PackColorway: Purple/Blue-GreenSKU: U509AA, U509ABMSRP: TBCRelease Date: 2025Where to Buy: New BalanceNew Balance is elevating its entry-level tech runner with the debut of the New Balance 509 “Aurora Borealis” Pack, a two-shoe release featuring iridescent overlays inspired by the northern lights. Breaking from the metallic tones of earlier colorways, the set includes a purple gradient option and a cooler blue-green version, both grounded in jet black mesh uppers. First introduced earlier this year to strengthen New Balance’s presence in the $100 USD price range, the 509 now adds a dose of visual flair without compromising affordability. The “Aurora Borealis” duo is expected to arrive soon on New Balance’s official site, with the specific price yet to be announced at the time of writing.