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The Beautiful Air Jordan 1 “Enter The Dragon” Pays Tribute To Bruce Lee

Caryn Ganess by Caryn Ganess
August 23, 2023
Air Jordan 1 Enter The Dragon

Air Jordan 1 Enter The Dragon

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If you do a Google search for the most iconic martial arts movies of all time, Enter the Dragon will undoubtedly appear somewhere at the top of the list (if not at the very top). Released in 1973, this legendary film saw Bruce Lee punch, kick, and fly his way into the hearts of audiences worldwide, only to become known as the world’s most beloved martial arts icon. Enter the Dragon not only showcased Bruce Lee’s incredible fighting skills, but it also broke barriers by being one of the first martial arts films to achieve mainstream success in the Western world. Thus, its impact on the genre and popular culture cannot be overstated. As the timeless martial arts film, Enter the Dragon, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, one of the talented artists here at Fortress has created a custom Air Jordan 1 concept to commemorate this milestone and pay tribute to Bruce Lee’s enduring legacy. Though this movie may have seen five decades pass, it still stands as one of the most influential and beloved martial arts films ever made.  

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The Air Jordan 1 “Enter the Dragon” sneakers feature the same yellow, white and black colour scheme that has become synonymous with the legendary Bruce Lee. The sneaker’s base takes on a yellow hue, with white covering the mudguard and eye stays, while black takes over the heel and collar overlays. Although the black and yellow jumpsuit was not actually worn in the film, it makes complete sense to stick to the colour palette so strongly associated with the martial artist.

The custom Air Jordan 1 “Enter the Dragon” concept also features intricate details inspired by the late icon’s seminal film. The pair boasts a gold dragon motif on the collar overlays (reminiscent of the iconic dragon symbol found on most of the film’s official movie posters) and gold Swooshes adorned with the Chinese text for “Enter the Dragon”. At the same time, a rendered image of Bruce Lee finds its way onto the sneaker’s mid-panels. These details further emphasize the sneaker’s connection to the legendary movie and add beautiful touches of tribute to Bruce Lee’s legacy.

Jordan Enter The Dragon

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Finally, replacing Michael Jordan’s signature Jumpman logo is a silhouette of Bruce Lee in his iconic jump-kick pose. Overall, this unique sneaker design captures the essence of Bruce Lee’s impact on martial arts cinema and showcases the continued admiration and reverence for his contributions even after half a century.

Jordan Enter The Dragon

These Air Jordan 1 “Enter the Dragon” concepts perfectly capture the fusion of Bruce Lee’s iconic martial arts film with the timeless design of the Air Jordan 1. It’s truly amazing to see what a creative can achieve using a lot of imagination, some graphic design skills, and a little AI assistance. It is unfortunate that this design is a mere concept. However, let’s hope that we can find a talented sneaker artist to transform these concepts into a real pair. Any takers?

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Jordan Enter The Dragon

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Would you step into a pair of these Air Jordan 1 “Enter the Dragon” kicks if they became a reality?

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For a full list of kicks inspired by the legendary martial artist, check out our list of 20 Best Bruce Lee Sneakers of all time.

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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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