Jordan 4 Retro Sample x KAWS Cool Gray

Tinker Hatfield changed up the game on his second of many Air Jordan designs by amping up the performance and breathability. He kept the AJ 3's mid-cut height, the visible Air unit in the heel and the "Nike Air" emblem on the back. Hatfield also retained the signature Jumpman logo on the tongue.

The Air Jordan 4 implemented a more utilitarian approach. Here's what made it stand apart:

• Cost-effective Durabuck synthetic leather upper that wipes clean with ease
• An encapsulated Air unit added to the forefoot
• The word “Flight” incorporated into the Jumpman logo—Air Jordan is meant to fly, after all
• The addition of “wings,” a multiport lacing system with extra holes for a customized fit and enhanced lateral support
• A pull tab added to the heel for an easier wearing experience
• “Over-molded” mesh paneling for increased breathability, the netting was coated with urethane, dipped in soft plastic, then air-blown to remove the plastic from the net’s gaps

Jordan 4 Retro Sample x KAWS Cool Gray

Air Jordan and street artist, KAWS, teamed up to make the Jordan 4 Retro Sample x KAWS Cool Grey sneaker that was released in 2017. These kicks in Cool Grey are all-suede shoes without the plastic accents found on the usual Jordan 4 Retros. As a sample shoe, only a few of these all-over grey suede Jordans were ever made, so they are quite rare. The back of the KAWS Jordans features a bold XX logo. If you look closely at the sole, you will see more KAWS branding. Underneath the translucent sole, some of the artist's work is visible.

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