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Hand-Carved Leather Union x Air Jordan 1 High Lux Details Are Amazing

The upcoming Union x Jordan 1 collab has sparked a surge of custom takes, including a hand-carved leather pair that will blow you away.

Caryn Ganess by Caryn Ganess
November 5, 2024
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Hand-Carved Leather Union x Air Jordan 1 High

We’ve witnessed a wave of unique interpretations of the iconic Union x Air Jordan 1 High design since news broke that the two were working on yet another collaborative project for 2025. This surge of creativity has given sneakerheads plenty of original takes to keep them anticipating the official release, from low-top iterations to specially designed colourways. Inevitably, though, some pairs, like these hand-carved leather Union x Air Jordan 1 High sneakers by John Trottier (@johnnyskicks_) and Yuang Louis (@louis_yuang), will surpass our wildest expectations and leave us wishing for a wider release.

A Closer Look At The Sneaker

This custom pair uses a simple black-and-white colour scheme, with black covering the majority of the shoe and white wrapping the collar. However, the hand-carved details are where this pair truly shines.

Ornate swirling patterns are carved into the leather of the toe cap, quarter panels, heel, and ankle flap, while the toe box features a design that resembles the Seigaiha wave, a Japanese wave pattern.

Lastly, a blacked-out sole unit and Swoosh complement the overall design, as do a set of two-toned laces. It’s safe to say that by expertly striking a balance between elaborate craftsmanship and elegant simplicity; this pair does an outstanding job of distinguishing itself from all other tributes to the Union LA collaboration—or at least the ones we have seen thus far.

Where To Get Your Hand-Carved Leather Union x Air Jordan 1 High

You can DM John Trottier via his official Instagram page if you’re interested in purchasing a pair of these customised Hand-Carved Air Jordan 1 sneakers.

But also be sure to check out more of Trottier and Louis’ jaw-dropping creations in the meantime, including their Union x Fragment Air Jordan 1, their “Lions Dance” Air Jordan 1 High Lux and Yuang’s bejewelled Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 “Shy Pink”. And for more unique custom and concept sneakers, remember to follow us here at Sneaker Fortress.

Hand-Carved Leather Union x Air Jordan 1 High

Are you a fan of the hand-carved leather details on this custom Union x Air Jordan 1 High sneaker? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

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About the Author: Caryn Ganess

Caryn Ganess is a South African writer with a sharp eye for sneaker culture and a knack for digging into the psychology behind pop culture. From breaking down the legacy of the Nike Cortez to exploring what makes movie villains tick, she blends academic insight with real-world flavour.

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