Jordan Brand Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the Jordan 11 with Nine Colorways

When Michael Jordan returned to the NBA in 1995, he re-entered the league in the latter half of the Air Jordan 10’s lifecycle. While there were still some memorable moments in the silhouette, its follow-up is arguably one of the greatest sneakers of all time. To many, it is the greatest Air Jordan silhouette ever: the Jordan 11. MJ won his fourth championship in the sneaker, kicking off the eventual second three-peat. Now, 30 years later, Jordan Brand is celebrating the illustrious Tinker Hatfield design with a new collection of Jordan 11s for the Holiday 2025 and Spring 2026 seasons.

Sole Retriever previously reported on seven different Air Jordan 11 colorways being released for the Holiday 2025 season, but Jordan Brand has officially revealed there to be eight, with one additional added for Spring 2026. Historically, the Air Jordan 11 has been placed on a pedestal, by Jordan Brand and sneakerheads alike.

The typical release cadence for the sneaker was one low-top in the warmer months and one high-top in the colder months. Now, we get two in each season, one of which is a women’s exclusive. Each time the standard Jordan 11 hits shelves, everyone comes out of the woodwork to cop, and Jordan knows this, with the model being one of the most highly produced sneakers of the year. Past releases have had over 1 million units made, and they still sell out.

Below, we’ve detailed all nine pairs of Jordan 11s that will be released over the coming months. To stay in the loop on real-time information regarding the release of these pairs and more, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Gamma - December 13, 2025

Kicking things off is the retro of the Air Jordan 11 Gamma Blue, a pair that was originally released in 2013. This colorway also marked the first time we got an all-black AJ 11, and the 2025 retro is the first time it has been released since the OG drop. Jordan Brand changed the cut of the patent leather mudguard in recent years, and that will be reflected on this version of the Gamma 11s. The pair will be released on December 13, 2025.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Pearls (W) - November 11, 2025

Another pair that has been seen countless times in the lead-up to its release, the Air Jordan 11 Retro Pearls is a brand-new women’s exclusive colorway. The upper features pearlescent details on the sail leather upper, metallic silver accents on the Jumpman logo on the collar, and a pearl keychain. Ribbon laces lean into the feminine energy of the colorway. The pair will be released in women’s, PS, and TD sizing on November 11, 2025.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Rare Air - Beginning October 1, 2025

In celebration of Jordan Brand’s 40th anniversary (technically the label began in 1997, but they’re counting the Air Jordan 1 as the start), we got the Rare Air series. This moniker has been used in the past, but this time around, the Jumpman decided to craft a pack of sneakers, including two Jordan 1s (one for men and one for women), a Jordan 3, a Jordan 4, and the Jordan 11 pictured here, all using similar color schemes and tweaked branding. For the AJ 11, the Rare Air places blue on the patent leather mudguard, white on the leather portions of the upper, and red on the Jumpman logo. The nylon lace loops now feature the word “Jordan” spelled out in black. The pair will be released starting on October 1, 2025, with a firm Nike SNKRS date not yet available.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Inner Beast (GS) - October 4, 2025

While the whole family usually has a shot at the holiday Jordan 11 release, Jordan Brand has finally created a kids-exclusive version of the sneaker. The Inner Beast colorway joins other Jordan models in these spooky-themed iterations, with MJ’s Black Cat persona acting as the guiding light. Velvet camouflage on the patent leather mudguard, a cat-scratch graphic, and glow-in-the-dark details all lean into his nickname. The pair will be released on October 4, 2025.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Mojave - November 22, 2025

Now, let's discuss the latest Jordan 11s to join the lineup. Sole Retriever previously reported on the addition of three new colorways of the AJ 11, and rumors swirled about a potential region-exclusive release. They were right, and one of the pairs is made in honor of Las Vegas. The Mojave colorway features an aged nubuck upper that is coated in a purple shade reminiscent of Las Vegas’ red rocks sunsets. A reflective finish on the Jumpman is a subtle homage to the bright lights of the city, as is the gold carbon fiber outsole plate. The pair will be released on November 22 exclusively in-store at select regional retail locations in the Las Vegas area.

Air Jordan 11 Retro H-Town - November 22, 2025

The second part of the region pack is the H-Town for Houston, Texas. The premium suede upper is doused in a tan hue that recalls the interior lining of a car trunk, leaning into the car culture of Houston. The city is famously the originator of Slab Culture (slow, loud, and bangin’), just think of the cars Paul Wall would ride in his music videos. Loud, candy-painted vehicles with large chrome wheels. Jordan Brand clearly pays homage to the chrome wheels through the chrome Jumpman on the lateral collar. The colorway also represents the side hustle of selling items out of the trunk of the car. The pair will be released on November 22 exclusively in-store at select regional retail locations in the Houston area.

Air Jordan 11 Retro 285 - November 22, 2025

The final pair in the regional pack is for the city of Atlanta, Georgia. The 285 colorway pays homage to Interstate 285, with The Perimeter acting as the city’s beltway. While it was originally intended to help alleviate traffic congestion in the city, it’s become just as packed as the rest of the roads in the ATL. As for the AJ 11 representing the highway, the pair features a premium white leather upper covering both the base and overlays. A debossed route on the mudguard nods to the circular highway, while a multi-color sockliner and insole are a tribute to Atlanta’s street art culture. The pair will be released on November 22 exclusively in-store at select regional retail locations in the Atlanta area.

Air Jordan 11 Retro China - December 1, 2025

North America is covered with three exclusive AJ 11s, but don’t think Jordan Brand forgot about its rabid fanbase in China. MJ’s longstanding connection to the nation and Jordan Brand’s continual efforts to expand the game of basketball internationally have resulted in many China-exclusive Air Jordans over the years. This Jordan 11 honors the Chinese hoop scene with a canvas and suede upper that features embroidered and beaded patterns. A brown leather mudguard, suede midsole, gum outsole, and silk sockliner elevate the sneaker even further. The pair will be released on December 1, 2025, exclusively in China via Nike and select retailers.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Tokyo - Spring 2026

Finally, we’ve reached the end of Jordan Brand’s massive AJ 11 lineup. However, this Japanese-exclusive Air Jordan 11 Tokyo will be hitting shelves in the early part of 2026 instead of the Holiday 2025 season. The sneaker honors traditional Japanese embroidery and connects vintage and modern themes, respecting the past while remixing for a new generation. The pair obviously leans into the look of the iconic Cool Grey AJ 11, but with upgraded materials and finishes like a premium suede base, gradient leather mudguard, and traditional Japanese artwork embroidered on the tongue. On the outsole sits a map that nods to MJ’s championship path. The pair will be released in Spring 2026 exclusively in Japan.

Nicholas Vlahos

Sneakerhead from South Florida who turned his passion into a career. When not writing for Sole Retriever, I enjoy attending concerts and catching the latest movies. Email: nick@soleretriever.com