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    The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Shadow 2.0' Flips the Colors of the Original

     A 2021 update on a 1985 classic.

    WRITER: BROCK CARDINER UPDATED ON: June 1, 2023
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    The Air Jordan 1 is the sneaker that started it all. Designed by Nike icon Peter Moore for a young Michael Jordan, the silhouette officially released in 1985 following its on-court debut by the rising superstar the year prior. During the sneaker’s first year of availability, Nike presented the Jordan 1 in 13 colorways, from the 'Banned' and 'Chicago' iterations to 'Royal' and 'Black Toe.' 

    Each has earned its rightful place in sneaker history, including the 'Shadow,' a subdued execution pairing a predominantly black upper with gray leather panels and a white midsole. A retro version of the OG 1985 colorway released in 2018, reigniting interest in the oft-overlooked Year One rendition.

    Are there any new ‘Shadow’ releases?'

    'Shadow’ has been used as a colorway on other releases across Air Jordan and Nike silhouettes. Recent and upcoming releases in a similar color include the: