Sneaker culture as we know it started with the Air Jordan 1 in 1985, but it was already beginning to take shape in the years prior. One of the most important pre-Jordan designs is 1982's Nike Air ...
Update: Nov. 13, 2024 at 3:15 p.m. ET: Nike’s Air Max Day 2025 celebration is still months away, but that hasn’t stopped the brand’s plans from hitting the internet ahead of time.
But that wasn't the only unusual decision Nike made while launching the Air Jordan brand. The Air Jordan 1 swapped the standard white upper for a black one, which violated the NBA's uniform policy ...