We all thought 2025 would be the year we retired from the sneaker game. No more late-night SNKRS Ls. No more “accidental” resale purchases. Jordan Brand brought back quite a few beloved retros and even delivered some pretty immaculate new styles this year as well. But next year’s about to have sneakerheads back in the field because the Jumpman team are bringing back Air Jordan pairs so well put together, so respectable, and so undeniably fine you’ll want to show them off to everyone on Instagram, and even take them home to meet your mother in 2026. These are the pairs that make her smile politely and say, “You’ve got good taste,” instead of pulling you aside later to ask, “So… is this a phase?”
Air Jordan 9 “French Blue”
The Jordan 9 “French Blue” is back in 2026. It’s the pair most sneakerheads have waited almost two and a half decades for. It may be a little older, but the lines and curves hit just as hard as they did in 2002.
Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Medium Olive”
Sneakerheads may be calling this new “Medium Olive” Jordan 1 low the “broke man’s Travis”, but it looks like our next everyday special. The suede, the colour scheme, the big Swoosh—everything just fits right.
Air Jordan 5 “Wolf Grey”
The “Wolf Grey” Jordan 5 is the family-friendly release everyone wants to take home in Feb. It’s not just that it comes in a full-size run and has incredible materials; it also feels like a colourway you’ll never get tired of. These are definitely a forever pair—well, as long as they hold together.
Air Jordan 13 “Cherry”
There’s a reason the Jordan 13 “Cherry” is a fan favourite in the Jumpman lineup. Clean white dimpled leather, bright red suede accents, and black to add the final touch. And if you haven’t yet popped the “Cherry” with this Jordan 13 colourway, March 2026 is the best time to make your move.
Air Jordan 40 “Ferrari”
The Jordan 40 is doing its best impersonation of the Jordan 14 “Ferrari”, and we’re not mad at it. Especially since the performance enhancements on the latest model make hooping that much more of a pleasure.
Air Jordan 4 “Toro Bravo”
The “Toro Bravo” Jordan 4 is the pair every sneakerhead’s been dreaming of since its limited release in 2013. How could anyone not be proud of a pair this beautiful? Full red nubuck uppers, black under the netting and on the hardware, plus the slightest touches of grey. It’s a pair you’re meant to boast about.
Air Jordan 3 OG “True Blue”
The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” is a grail for many. It’s the pair sneakerheads don’t mind copping over and over again. What do we do with a grail? We cherish it, we wear it proudly, and we make sure everyone knows we have it in our collection.
Air Jordan 5 “Black/University Blue”
Of all the black and blue Jordans dropping in 2026 (and there are a few), this Jordan 5 is the one sneakerheads want to take home. It’s got black nubuck uppers, light blue contrast stitching and icy blue translucent outsoles. It’s almost like the Awake NY Jordan 5s from 2025, but better.
Air Jordan 9 “Space Jam”
We might argue about the name, but the colourway is undeniably classic. You can’t go wrong with a black and white sneaker, especially one as sleek as this Jordan 9 offering. It’s the kind of pair you wear everywhere and anywhere, even if it hurts.
Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam”
Jordan fans are already counting down the days till they get to hold the Jordan 11 “Space Jam” again. Other than the Concord Jordan 11s, this is arguably one of the most beloved colourways of the silhouette and is well worth all the waiting.
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