The Air Jordan 6 Retro Hare Release
Michael Jordan won his first NBA championship while wearing the Air Jordan 6. Designed by Tinker Hatfield and originally released in 1991, the Air Jordan 6 had five original colorways in its first run:
The original retail price on the AJ 6 was $125. It was revived in 2000 and brought back many times-in 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020-through new retros and limited-edition collaborations.
- Black/Infrared
- White/Carmine
- White/Infrared
- White/Maroon
- White/Sport Blue
Commercial Success of the Air Jordan 6
During the 1991 Playoffs, Jordan wore the Black/Infrared colorway. The sneakers were advertised through a series of black-and-white commercials featuring director Spike Lee as the character Mars Blackmon. One of these spots included Rock & Roll Hall of Fame musician Little Richard as a genie who turns Mars Blackmon into Michael Jordan. The NBA superstar also wore the White/Carmine colorway in a popular Gatorade commercial that introduced the "Like Mike" theme song.
Rappers and hip-hop artists have also embraced the Air Jordan 6. In 2004, Kanye West wore the Black/Infrared AJ 6 in his All Falls Down music video. Other musicians who have collaborated on the shoe include Travis Scott and Macklemore, the latter having an exclusive, limited quantity run created for friends and family that never got released at retail.
Jordan 6 Retro Hare 2020
Revamping the classic Tinker Hatfield Air Jordan 6 silhouette, the retro version boasts a mostly monochromatic suede upper in grey. Perforated inlays keep the shoe breathable while adding more visual interest. The lacing system has colorful lace locks. The inlays, lace locks, and extended heel spoiler are all OG Air Jordan 6 design features. Air technology accounts for the two-tone midsole cushioning, while a translucent rubber outsole completes the package. The "Jumpman" logo appears on the sole and the heel counter. Window-shaped cutouts in the tongue reference Michael Jordan's famous white Porsche. He was seen emerging from it at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, post-1993 NBA championship, thus the retro shoe's 'Hare' nickname.
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