Black and Varsity Red Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG with red X heel branding reviving legendary 2011 Banned treatment ten years later through low-top silhouette celebrating most iconic colorway in sneaker history.

Design & Inspiration

Black premium tumbled leather base creating foundation. Varsity Red bright red leather overlays covering toe mudguard eyestays and heel panel delivering signature Bred blocking. Summit White contrast stitching and midsole balancing palette. Black mesh tongue featuring classic Nike Air branding. Red X marks stamped on heel tabs nodding 2011 Air Jordan 1 High Banned edition. Graphic insoles reprinting script from original 1984 Air Jordan commercial reading "On September 25th Nike created revolutionary basketball shoe. On October 18th 1984 they were thrown out of game." "Imagine if...?" text appearing on inner-tongue tags calling back Air Jordan 1 fortieth anniversary campaign 2025 exploring what world would look like had shoe not become cultural phenomenon. Special Banned packaging completing narrative. Last Air Jordan 1 Low OG Bred released 2015 making eleven-year wait for return. 

Comfort & Performance

Encapsulated Nike Air-Sole unit in heel providing lightweight cushioning. Premium tumbled leather upper offering durability and classic break-in feel. Padded collar ensuring comfort around ankle. Nike Air tongue branding. Perforated toe box promoting ventilation. Rubber cupsole outsole adding traction. Low-top basketball silhouette. True to size fit. Full family sizing.

Release Information & Pricing

The Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG "Banned" releases May 2, 2026 in the US and May 16 in Europe. Full family sizing. Special Banned packaging. Retail price $145 USD men's / €159.99 EUR / £134.99 GBP.