The Air Jordan 8 Retro Chrome Shines in Official Images

Published August 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Quick Facts

The first non-OG colorway of the Air Jordan 8 is set to return later this month
Features a black nubuck base with chrome accents on the buckle
Releases August 29 in full-family sizing

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The decade-long wait is almost over. Jordan brand has been dipping into the archives to revive some of the more under-the-radar silhouettes and colorways, with a handful of rare retros on the horizon. Included are pairs like the Air Jordan 14 Chartreuse that saw the first use of nubuck on the silhouette and the Air Jordan 10 Sacramento, which will see its first retro since 1995. Next on the Jumpman’s list is the Air Jordan 8 Chrome, making its first return since 2015.

Originally released in 2003, the colorway marked the first non-OG colorway of the Jordan 8 to hit the shelves and quickly became beloved. After word spread that the sneaker would be making a return to the shelves earlier this year, official images of the Air Jordan 8 Retro Chrome.

Air Jordan 8 Retro Chrome Details

The silhouette keeps it clean with a mostly dark colorway, anchored by a smooth black nubuck upper. An array of shades of grey accent the chenille tongue patch and the extremely 90s mudguard. Giving the colorway its namesake are shiny chrome silver buckles affixed to the silhouette’s signature crossing straps. Jordan’s number appears on the embroidered straps lined in a matching metallic silver shade. Adding to the tonal look are grey accents on the midsole, which are finished by the black outsole.

Air Jordan 8 Retro Chrome Release Date

The Air Jordan 8 Chrome releases August 29, 2026 via Nike and select retailers online and in-store. Available in a full-family size run, the retail prices are set at $215 (men), $165 (GS), $105 (PS), and $90 (TD). For all the latest news and release dates in the world of sneakers and streetwear, including Jordan Brand, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.