Jordan 3 Sneakers You Need In Your Collection

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10. Air Jordan 3 “Fire Red” (1988)

This colourway is among the first four colours to debut. It sports a crisp white leather upper complemented by striking red accents inspired by the Chicago Bulls.

9. Air Jordan 3 “Seoul” (2018)

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8. Air Jordan 3 “Mocha” (2001, 2018)

The “Mocha” boasts a refined aesthetic. Mocha brown enhances the elephant print panels, complemented by a white tumbled leather backdrop.

7. Solefly X Air Jordan 3 Retro “Lotto” (2014)

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6. Air Jordan 3 Retro “Cool Grey” (2007;2021)

Grey leather and striking orange accents combine to create a sophisticated look that's highly sought after in the AJ3 lineup.

5. Air Jordan 3 Retro “Black Cat” (2007)

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4. Air Jordan 3 Retro “Doernbecher” (2023)

14-year-old Hugo “Juice” Molina brought his ingenuity to the AJ3 with a navy blue and slime green design inspired by the Seattle Seahawks.

3. Air Jordan 3 Retro “True Blue” (1988, 2001, 2009, 2011, 2016)

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2. Air Jordan 3 Retro “White Cement” (1988, 1994, 2003, 2011, 2013, 2018)

The "Fire Red" colourway gained legendary status when MJ soared from the free throw line to dunk in the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest.

1. Air Jordan 3 Retro “Black Cement” (1988, 1994, 2001, 2008, 2011, 2018)

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