Jordan 3 Retro Powder Blue

Jordan 3 Retro Powder Blue

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Colorway
Dark Powder Blue / White-Black-Wolf Grey
Style Code
136064-406
Release Date
January 19, 2014
Department
Men
Brand
Jordan
Model
Air Jordan 3
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About the Air Jordan 3 Retro Powder Blue Sneakers

Considered one of the most recognized sneakers of all time, the Air Jordan 3 introduced many firsts for the brand. First and foremost, Michael Jordan's third signature sneaker introduced the now-revered Jumpman logo—a silhouette of His Airness leaping through the air mid-dunk—that replaced the popular Wings logo found on the Jordan 1 and 2. It was a brand he could call his own, and a major selling point in his contract renewal with Nike.

The Air Jordan 3 also enlisted a new designer, Tinker Hatfield, already esteemed in the sneaker world and now considered a legend. Hatfield had designed the Air Max 1 and Air Trainer 1, so the introduction of visible Air technology into the Jordan line was a no-brainer. Hatfield worked closely with MJ to incorporate the superstar's vision into the designs. In addition to the Jumpman logo and visible Air, the Jordan 3 also introduced an eye-catching elephant skin print, softer leather and a mid-cut height—moving away from the then-trendy high-top style. The overall design borrows design elements from its famous predecessors, the Air Jordan 1 and 2.

How the Air Jordan III Almost Never Happen

There's the famous story of Michael Jordan almost signing with another brand, and then there's this one—where MJ almost ended his partnership with Nike. Jordan's original five-year deal with Nike yielded $500,000 per year, plus royalties, for a total estimated value of $7M. An early career injury in the Air Jordan 1—a broken foot—caused him to miss much of the '85-86 season and lose trust in Nike's ability to fulfill their promises. Jordan was looking for an out.

The meeting to present the new Air Jordan 3 was a make-or-break situation for the Nike x Jordan deal.

Tinker Hatfield played a significant role in keeping Michael on board, continually advocating for and protecting MJ's input in the design process. At a crucial meeting—the unveiling of the new Air Jordan 3 design—the Nike team reportedly waited four hours for Jordan to show up. It turns out he'd been on the golf course with new prospective partners. When MJ finally arrived, Hatfield knocked his socks off with the Air Jordan 3 prototype and an apparel line. And though it was Hatfield who saved the deal, Jordan's parents also influenced his decision, reportedly telling him that his actions were "embarrassing", recalling the influence they had on their son when he signed with the brand in the first place.

Jordan 3 Retro Powder Blue 2014

The Jordan brand released the Powder Blue colorway for the Air Jordan 3 silhouette in 2014. These shoes have premium leather and suede uppers, while Dark Powder Blue and black provide the sneaker with the University of North Carolina-inspired design. There's an elephant print pattern overlay on the toe and heel, while black is found on the eyelets, midsole, heel, and ankle cuff. Wolf Grey appears on the outer sole and the inner sock liner. White also makes an appearance on the midsole and on the two "Jumpman" logos found on the heel and toe.

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  • by c5150redJanuary 16, 2024

    7/10

    The shoes came with a lot of animal hair inside of the shoes. Also smelled like cigarette smoke.

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  • by injury-37April 01, 2024

    original

    great product , exactly what i wanted and just what i was looking for

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  • by chrfin78November 19, 2023

    Jordans are the best. The

    Awesome shoes. Go good with anything especially a high potential on the court.

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  • by malwhi32July 14, 2020

    Great product

    Great product got exactly what I was looking for

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  • by adjd_us_ko2nrcbasgFebruary 10, 2021

    Retro 3 Jordans

    Very satisfied with these Jordans thank you

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  • by dev_us_duvab1jApril 07, 2024

    Quick and easy

    Quick and easy process.

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  • by michael87gnxDecember 22, 2020

    Awesome+++

    Great looking jordans

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  • by 1deal4allSeptember 29, 2023

    You cant go wrong with the early Jordans

    Awesome shoes!

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