Jordan 12 Retro 2019 Chinese New Year

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The Unique Aesthetic of Jordan 12 Retro Chinese New Year

Inspired by Japan's Rising Sun flag and a woman's 19th-century shoe's high heel (yes, you heard that correctly!), the Tinker Hatfield-designed Air Jordan 12 made its debut in 1996. MJ wanted a comfortable, durable heel that was also stylish, so he took his cue from a woman's shoe profile.

The OG Jordan 12 originated with five colorways in 1996 and 1997. The Air Jordan 12 Retro series was later introduced in 2003 and continues today. From OG colorways like "Taxi" and "Flu Game" to exclusive Retro collabs with OVO and PSNY, Air Jordan 12 sneakers are sought after for their bold silhouette, sharp color combos and long-wearing durability.

Air Jordan 12: History and a Brand New Launch

After the extraordinary success of the Air Jordan 11, Michael Jordan's 12th signature shoe was released in 1996. The official launch of the Jordan Brand occurred the following year, and the Jordan 12s were the last of the line to be sold in a Nike branded box.

Aesthetically, the AJ 12 merged details like stitched leather panels that resembled rays from the sun with a sleek shape based loosely on a 19th-century dress boot. Performance-wise, the Air Jordan 12s retained the revolutionary carbon fiber plate introduced in the Air Jordan 11 and added Nike Zoom Air cushioning - the first Jordan sneaker to do so.

Jordan 12 Retro Chinese New Year 2019

The Jordan Chinese New Year shoes reference the rich history of China. The Air Jordan 12s for 2019 have a design to celebrate the Year of the Rooster. The glossy leather upper combines leather in cream and black with sleek, golden metal accents. A colorful lining and heel tab adds some red, yellow, and blue to the design. This Jordan retro CNY shoe uses the classic Jordan 12 silhouette, which features a thickly padded, high-top upper. Inside of the cream-colored sole, a carbon fiber shank, phylon midsole, and Zoom Air cushioning provide plenty of support and comfort.

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