Childhood-Inspired Sneaker Designs

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Air Jordan 32s Pay Tribute to Michael Jordan's Childhood Home

— April 4, 2018 — Fashion
Jordan Brand created the new Air Jordan 32 Low 'Gordon St.', as a hip pair of sneakers that pay tribute to significant memories and moments in famous basketball player Michael Jordan's career and life.

Made in a light bone and infrared colorway, the shoes are highlighted with a street sign on the back of the tongue that reads "Gordon St." The beige Flyknit upper paired with a red suede heel and accents contrast against the classic translucent sole. The new sneakers are set to release on May 12th, with a price tag of $160.

The new Air Jordan 23 Low Gordon St. from the Jordan Brand celebrate their creator with a stylish nod to Michael Jordan's childhood home in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Trend Themes

  1. Childhood-inspired Sneaker Designs — Opportunity to create sneaker designs that pay tribute to significant memories and moments in famous people’s lives.
  2. Street-inspired Detailing in Footwear — Incorporating street signage and names into footwear design to create unique and stylish shoes.
  3. Nostalgic Colorways in Fashion — Using colors and designs from past decades in new fashion items to create a sense of nostalgia for customers.

Industry Implications

  1. Athletic Footwear — Athletic footwear brands can capitalize on this trend with limited edition collections that commemorate famous sports players.
  2. Fashion Retail — Fashion retailers can create exclusive lines that offer nostalgic designs and colorways for a unique and personalized experience.
  3. Sneaker Collecting — Sneaker collectors can expand their collections with unique and limited edition sneakers that pay homage to significant moments in sports history.
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