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The Top 11 Best Air Jordans You Never Knew Existed

Sit back. We’re about to dive into the Top 11 Best Air Jordans You Never Knew Existed.

Jarrod Saunders by Jarrod Saunders
May 1, 2025
in Air Jordans, Trending
Top 10 Best Air Jordans You Never Knew Existed

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Most sneakerheads are familiar with the iconic Air Jordan releases, like the Air Jordan 3 Retro “Black Cement” or the Air Jordan 11 Low ‘Bred’. But what about the unsung heroes of the Jordan line? Heroes not given the hype they deserve but still serving up that MJ-level swagger? It’s about time we give some love to these hidden gems. Not everyone has seen every Jordan release. Some releases are forgotten, or, even worse, never get the love they deserve. Sit back. We’re about to dive into the Top 10 Best Air Jordans You Never Knew Existed.

Air Jordan Fusion 4 ‘Bred’ 2009

Air Jordan Fusion 4 Bred 2009
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

Combining the upper of the Air Jordan 4 with the midsole of the Nike Air Force 1, the Air Jordan Fusion 4 is the sneaker equivalent of a superhero team-up—except that nobody asked for it, and it still kinda works. One of the more well-received Frankenstein creations in sneaker history, the Fusion 4 dropped in a variety of OG-inspired colorways and some fresh new takes.

Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘Wild Things’

Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Wild Things'
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

Tinker Hatfield’s classic design of the Air Jordan 4 gets a warm, fuzzy upgrade with the Air Jordan 4 ‘Wild Things’—because who doesn’t want their sneakers to feel like a hug? These shoes are wrapped in soft tan leather, but the cozy fleece around the collar and tongue is really what makes these kicks the sneaker equivalent of your favorite winter blanket.

Social Status x Air Jordan 6 Retro ‘Pony Hair’

Social Status x Air Jordan 6 Retro ‘Pony Hair’
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The February 2019 Social Status x Air Jordan 6 Retro released during the All-Star weekend, and it symbolized every bit of luxury that can be interwoven into a seemingly common sneaker. Why use leather when you can have pony hair? Why have a regular toe box when you can have a reptilian base? All of that, of course, is done up as well as you might expect from Social Status and with the elegant “luxury barn” motifs of Jordan Brand.

Air Jordan 6 Retro ‘Tech Chrome’

Air Jordan 6 Retro Tech Chrome
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan 6 Retro ‘Tech Chrome’ bestows a fresh appearance on the silhouette that Michael Jordan wore while winning his first-ever NBA championship. The upper is a blend of a black suede foundation and dark grey suede along the overlays, plus a transparent film that runs along the side panels.

Air Jordan 1 Mid Melo SE ‘Equality’

Air Jordan 1 Mid Melo SE 'Equality'
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

Nike launched the Air Jordan 1 Mid Melo ‘Equality’ in February 2019, as part of its yearly Black History Month collection. The sneaker’s looks play with a black-and-white palette—something of a hallmark for the brand’s ‘Equality’ designs.

Air Jordan Fusion 3 ‘Varsity Red’

Air Jordan Fusion 3 Varsity Red
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan Fusion 3 ‘Varsity Red’ borrows a little from the Air Jordan 3, a little from the Air Force 1, and a whole lot of boldness. Dressed in a head-turning combo of Black and Varsity Red, this hybrid sneaker is basically what happens when classic style and AF1-esque swagger collide.

Air Jordan 5 Retro ‘3Lab5’

Air Jordan 5 Retro '3Lab5'
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

Released under the Air Jordan brand and part of the Lab series, the Air Jordan 5 Retro “3Lab5” takes the brand’s elephant print and applies it all over the upper.

Air Jordan 3 Retro Explorer Tropical Twist

Air Jordan 3 Retro Explorer Tropical Twist
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan 3 Retro Explorer Tropical Twist elevates the Air Jordan 3—quite literally. This sneaker swaggers with its bold teal accenting a sleek grey base, turning the classic low-cut Air Jordan 3 into a high-top that’s fresh, functional, and all-around appealing.

Air Jordan 15 Retro SE ‘Bragging Rights – Georgetown’

Air Jordan 15 Retro SE Bragging Rights - Georgetown
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan 15 SE ‘Braggin Rights’ dropped in 2008 and came in two original colorways. The first was the sleek ‘Georgetown’ look, which takes a navy and silver palette across the woven upper, mesh tongue, and sock liner—and gives those colors a truly on-point silhouette. But the more impressive colorway has to be the one that takes ‘Braggin Rights’ to a whole new level.

Air Jordan 1 Retro High ‘Zinc’

Air Jordan 1 Retro High 'Zinc'
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The AJ1 Retro High is a modern, sleek remake of the iconic 1985 original. Yet, it makes some bold moves, especially in the upper, where a monotone finish in “Metallic Zinc” covers the entire shoe. The result is a glaze-y, textured look that has this Retro High shining real bright.

Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘Toro Bravo’ Sample

Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Toro Bravo' Sample
Image Credit: Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘Toro Bravo’ Sample is a rare prototype created before the ‘Toro Bravo’ colorway, which dropped in 2013. This version features a Fire Red nubuck upper with black and white detailing and cement grey accents. See more amazing rare Jordans at: Sneaker Fortress

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Living in Cape Town, South Africa, Jarrod Saunders (the founder of Fortress of Solitude) is a multi-talented professional with a wealth of experience in various creative fields, including filmmaking, graphic design, web design, sound engineering and copywriting. As an award-winning creative director, Jarrod Saunders has established himself as a respected voice in the world of pop culture, with expertise in film, television, video games, and comics.
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