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The Air Jordan 12, released in 1996, drew inspiration from the Japanese rising sun flag and women's dress shoes. Its quilted leather upper and herringbone traction pattern made it a performance powerhouse. Michael Jordan wore these during the 1997 "Flu Game," cementing their legendary status.

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Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Fireside'
Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Fireside'

Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Fireside'

Light Orewood Brown/Cacao Wow/Team Red

SKU: CT8013-105

Retail: $215

Jordan 12 Retro Obsidian (2027)
Jordan 12 Retro Obsidian (2027)

Jordan 12 Retro Obsidian (2027)

Obsidian / University Blue / French Blue

The 2027 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Obsidian' brings back an original colorway of the classic silhouette. Radiating stitch lines adorn the dark navy tumbled leather upper, lined in French Blue textile and featuring contrasting white lizard-textured overlays. An embroidered Jumpman in University Blue adorns the tongue. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the rubber outsole reveals an exposed carbon fiber shank plate for midfoot stability.

SKU: CT8013-401

Retail: $200

Past ReleasesNewest first

Jordan 12 Retro Bucks
Jordan 12 Retro Bucks

Jordan 12 Retro Bucks

White/Multi-Color

The Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Bucks' features the signature colors of Milwaukee's NBA franchise. Radiating stitch lines inspired by Japan's Rising Sun flag adorn the Summit White leather upper, fortified with lizard-textured overlays in Gorge Green. Molded eyelets shine in a bluish-purple iridescent finish, matching a lateral side panel stamped with a 'Jumpman' wordmark. The iconic Jumpman logo decorates the tongue and heel tab. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the durable rubber outsole reveals an exposed carbon fiber shank plate for torsional rigidity and energy return.

SKU: CT8013-103

Retail: $215

Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Sumo'
Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Sumo'

Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Sumo'

Black/Night Purple/Metallic Gold/White

SKU: IW1218-098

Retail: $200

Air Jordan 12 'Bloodline'
Air Jordan 12 'Bloodline'

Air Jordan 12 'Bloodline'

Black/Varsity Red

The Air Jordan 12 'Bloodline' dresses the classic silhouette in a neutral monochrome design with sharp bursts of color. Radiating stitch lines adorn a black nubuck upper reinforced with lizard-textured synthetic leather overlays. The upper eyelets are rendered in Varsity Red, matching the Jumpman logo atop the tongue and the small TPU overlays that adorn both the medial and lateral sides. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning and a carbon fiber shank plate. Underfoot, the rubber outsole utilizes herringbone traction pods for reliable grip.

SKU: CT8013-001

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Bloodline
Jordan 12 Retro Bloodline

Jordan 12 Retro Bloodline

Sometimes the game is in your blood. This AJ12 is the return of Tinker Hatfield's celebrated design, the first to bring Zoom Air cushioning to Jordan's signature line. It pairs the signature black and Varsity Red colorway in premium leather and textiles, the sunrise-inspired stitch lines on the upper hook back to the original. This is buzzer-beater style, perfected.

SKU: CT8013-003

Retail: $215

Jordan 12 Retro Taxi (2025)
Jordan 12 Retro Taxi (2025)

Jordan 12 Retro Taxi (2025)

White/Black/Taxi

The 2025 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Taxi' revives an OG colorway, featuring a white leather upper with radiating stitch lines and upper molded eyelets in metallic gold. Black lizard-textured overlays offer improved support and durability, while Jumpman branding adorns the tongue and a pull tab affixed to the heel. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the outsole is equipped with herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank plate.

SKU: CT8013-117

Retail: $210

Jordan 12 Retro French Blue (2025)
Jordan 12 Retro French Blue (2025)

Jordan 12 Retro French Blue (2025)

White/French Blue/Metallic Silver/Varsity Red

The 2025 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro 'French Blue' revives a 2004 release, featuring a white tumbled leather upper with radiating stitch lines and a blue lizard-textured overlay. Jumpman branding adorns the tongue and heel loop. The Phylon midsole packs a full-length Zoom Air unit for responsive cushioning. Underfoot, the blue rubber outsole features herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank.

SKU: CT8013-114

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Melo (2025)
Jordan 12 Retro Melo (2025)

Jordan 12 Retro Melo (2025)

White/University Blue/Metallic Silver

The 2025 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Melo' brings back Carmelo Anthony's PE colorway, featuring a two-tone color scheme celebrating the NBA athlete's rookie season with the Denver Nuggets. True to the 2004 original, the retro model employs a white leather upper with radiating stitched lines and a tonal lizard-textured mudguard. University Blue accents make their way to the collar lining, pull tab and rubber outsole, equipped with an exposed carbon fiber shank plate and herringbone traction pods.

SKU: CT8013-112

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Flu Game (2025)
Jordan 12 Retro Flu Game (2025)

Jordan 12 Retro Flu Game (2025)

Black/Varsity Red

The 2025 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Flu Game' brings back the shoe that Michael Jordan famously wore during Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals. Radiating stitch lines decorate the black tumbled leather upper, contrasted by lizard-textured overlays in Varsity Red. Jumpman branding appears on the tongue and heel tab. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the semi-translucent red rubber outsole features black herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank plate.

SKU: CT8013-002

Retail: $210

Jordan 12 Retro Blueberry
Jordan 12 Retro Blueberry

Jordan 12 Retro Blueberry

White/Black/Game Royal

The Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Blueberry' utilizes sunrise-inspired stitch lines on the white tumbled leather upper, featuring lizard-textured overlays in a royal blue finish. Jumpman branding decorates the tongue and heel tab. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the blue rubber outsole features herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank plate.

SKU: CT8013-140

Retail: $210

Jordan 12 Retro SP SoleFly Cafecito
Jordan 12 Retro SP SoleFly Cafecito

Jordan 12 Retro SP SoleFly Cafecito

White/Baroque Brown/Sail

The SoleFly x Air Jordan 12 Retro SP 'Cafecito' delivers radiating stitched lines on the upper, crafted from cracked white leather with smooth leather mudguards in a chocolate brown hue. In addition to a brown Jumpman icon, each tongue is accompanied by 'Sole' and 'Fly' text. An SF logo appears on webbing pull tabs affixed to the heel. Underfoot, the brown rubber outsole reveals an exposed carbon fiber shank and patterned herringbone traction pods.

SKU: FZ5026-100

Retail: $225

Jordan 12 Retro Phantom (Women's)
Jordan 12 Retro Phantom (Women's)

Jordan 12 Retro Phantom (Women's)

Phantom/Metallic Gold/White

The Women's Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Phantom' features an ivory-colored leather upper, accented with radiating stitched lines and bolstered with a lizard-textured mudguard. The upper eyelets are finished in metallic gold, matching the TPU midfoot overlay. Jumpman branding embellishes the tongue and heel tab. The legacy silhouette's performance benefits include a carbon fiber shank plate and a Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the outsole is equipped with herringbone traction pods for optimal grip.

SKU: FD9101-007

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Barons
Jordan 12 Retro Barons

Jordan 12 Retro Barons

Black/Wolf Grey/White

The Air Jordan 12 Retro 'Barons' takes inspiration from Michael Jordan's time with the Birmingham Barons, the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. The legacy silhouette sports a black tumbled leather upper, accented with radiating stitched lines and bolstered with a lizard-textured mudguard in Wolf Grey. Jumpman branding appears on the tongue and heel tab. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning and a carbon fiber shank plate.

SKU: CT8013-010

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Taxi Flip
Jordan 12 Retro Taxi Flip

Jordan 12 Retro Taxi Flip

White/Gym Red/Black

The Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Taxi Flip’ also known as 'Red Taxi' adds splashes of color to a familiar colorway inspired by the OG 'Taxi' release. Crafted from tumbled white leather, the upper features radiating stitched lines and a lizard-textured mudguard in a contrasting black finish. A crimson Jumpman logo is embroidered on the tongue, matching a midfoot TPU overlay. Performance benefits include a lightweight Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning and a carbon fiber spring plate.

SKU: CT8013-162

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Cherry (2023)
Jordan 12 Retro Cherry (2023)

Jordan 12 Retro Cherry (2023)

White/White/Metallic Silver/Varsity Red

The 2023 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Cherry’ reintroduces the OG colorway of the shoe that Michael Jordan wore during his penultimate championship season. Highlighted with radiating stitched lines, the white leather upper is fortified with lizard-textured overlays in a bold scarlet finish. The Jumpman logo graces the tongue in black embroidery, matching the shoe’s textile collar lining. The sneaker rides on a Phylon midsole with full-length Zoom Air cushioning. Underfoot, the semi-translucent red rubber outsole reveals black herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank plate.

SKU: CT8013-116

Retail: $210

Jordan 12 Retro Field Purple
Jordan 12 Retro Field Purple

Jordan 12 Retro Field Purple

Black/Field Purple/Metallic Gold/Taxi

The Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Field Purple’ dresses the championship silhouette in OG-inspired two-tone color blocking. Signature stitch detailing enlivens the upper, crafted from tumbled black leather and fortified with violet lizard-textured overlays. In terms of performance, the Phylon midsole packs full-length Zoom Air cushioning for an extra-responsive ride. Underfoot, the rubber outsole features herringbone traction pods and an exposed carbon fiber shank plate for torsional support.

SKU: CT8013-057

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro WNBA All-Star Brilliant Orange (Women's)
Jordan 12 Retro WNBA All-Star Brilliant Orange (Women's)

Jordan 12 Retro WNBA All-Star Brilliant Orange (Women's)

Black/Brilliant Orange/White

The Women’s Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Brilliant Orange’ delivers a two-tone colorway of the legacy silhouette in celebration of the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game. The upper is crafted from black tumbled leather, accented with radiating stitched lines and pebbled forefoot overlays in a bold citrus hue. An embroidered orange Jumpman graces the tongue, while multicolor stars decorate mismatched sockliners in black and white. The Phylon midsole packs full-length Zoom Air cushioning and a carbon fiber shank plate for midfoot stability. Underfoot, the orange rubber outsole features herringbone traction pods for optimal grip.

SKU: FD9101-081

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére White (Women's)
Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére White (Women's)

Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére White (Women's)

White/Black/Burgundy Crush

The A Ma Maniére x Wmns Air Jordan 12 Retro SP ‘White’ pairs high-caliber materials with traditional two-tone color blocking. Stitched lines radiate outward on the white leather upper, fortified with midfoot overlays in a contrasting burgundy hue. Quilted textile lines the collar and insole, bringing back a design motif showcased on each of the Atlanta retailer’s previous Jordan collaborations. Mismatched Jordan and A Ma Maniére branding decorates each tongue and heel tab. The mid-top rides on a cushy Phylon midsole, enhanced with a full-length Zoom Air unit and a carbon fiber spring plate.

SKU: DV6989-100

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére Black (Women's)
Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére Black (Women's)

Jordan 12 Retro SP A Ma Maniére Black (Women's)

Black/Black/Burgundy Crush

The A Ma Maniére x Wmns Air Jordan 12 Retro SP ‘Black’ brings a premium build to one of the most performance driven models in Jordan Brand’s heritage lineup. Waxed rope laces secure the black nubuck upper, accented with radiating stitched lines and bolstered with shaggy suede overlays in a rich burgundy hue. Mismatched branding decorates each tongue, highlighted by a molded Jumpman on the right shoe and A Ma Maniére’s ‘A’ logo on the left. Similar to the Atlanta retailer’s previous Jordan collaborations, quilted textile lines the interior for an elevated look and feel. Underfoot, a dark maroon rubber outsole is equipped with an exposed carbon fiber spring plate and herringbone traction pods in a crisp white finish.

SKU: DV6989-001

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Black Taxi
Jordan 12 Retro Black Taxi

Jordan 12 Retro Black Taxi

Black/Taxi

The Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Black Taxi’ delivers a stealthy colorway of Michael Jordan’s championship silhouette. The upper is crafted from black leather, accented with tonal stitched detailing and bolstered with lizard-textured mudguards in color-matched synthetic leather. The monochromatic design is disrupted by contrasting yellow accents, including molded eyelets, a small midfoot overlay, and embroidered Jumpman branding on the tongue. A matching black Phylon midsole packs full-length Zoom Air cushioning for improved responsiveness.

SKU: CT8013-071

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Eastside Golf Out of the Clay
Jordan 12 Retro Eastside Golf Out of the Clay

Jordan 12 Retro Eastside Golf Out of the Clay

Muslin/Burnt Sunrise/Black

The Eastside Golf x Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Out the Mud’ is taken from an apparel and footwear collection designed in partnership with the golf-focused lifestyle brand. This modern interpretation of the championship silhouette features a cream-colored leather upper with metallic gold detailing and lizard-textured mudguards in Burnt Sunrise. A splatter graphic adorns the heel, while the Eastside Golf logo is embroidered on the tongue. Underfoot, the outsole reveals translucent herringbone traction pods in mismatched hues, featuring grass green on the left shoe and a red dirt finish on the right.

SKU: DV1758-108

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Retro Stealth
Jordan 12 Retro Stealth

Jordan 12 Retro Stealth

Stealth/White/Cool Grey

The Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Stealth’ brings a neutral color palette to the historic silhouette that introduced Zoom Air cushioning to the Jordan line. The grey tumbled leather upper features the 12’s signature stitched lines and a lizard-textured overlay in a solid white finish. Signature Jumpman branding appears on the tongue and heel tab. The mid-top rests on a lightweight Phylon midsole, supplemented by a full-length Zoom Air unit and supported by a herringbone-traction rubber outsole.

SKU: CT8013-015

Retail: $200

Jordan 12 Golf Metallic Gold
Jordan 12 Golf Metallic Gold

Jordan 12 Golf Metallic Gold

White/Metallic Gold/Malachite/White

The Air Jordan 12 Low Golf ‘Masters’ updates Michael Jordan’s championship shoe with a revised build designed for the green instead of the hardwood. The white leather upper showcases the radiating stitched lines of the original Air Jordan 12, along with a durable lizard-textured mudguard and molded top eyelets in metallic gold. Matching gilded accents land on the midfoot overlay and embroidered Jumpman branding atop the tongue. Lightweight cushioning is provided by an Air-assisted foam midsole, supported underfoot by a translucent rubber outsole with seven removable gold spikes.

SKU: DM0106-117

Retail: $220

Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs (2022)
Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs (2022)

Jordan 12 Retro Playoffs (2022)

Black/Varsity Red/White

The 2022 edition of the Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Playoff’ brings back the shoe that Michael Jordan wore during his 1997 championship run. The mid-top sports an essential two-tone color scheme, featuring radiating stitched lines on the black leather upper and lizard-textured overlays in a contrasting white finish. The sneaker’s molded eyelets shine in metallic silver, while color-popped crimson accents land on the Jumpman-embroidered tongue and webbing heel loop. Performance benefits include full-length Zoom Air cushioning, a carbon fiber shank plate, and a rubber outsole with herringbone traction pods under the forefoot and heel.

SKU: CT8013-006

Retail: $210

Jordan 12 Retro Royalty Taxi
Jordan 12 Retro Royalty Taxi

Jordan 12 Retro Royalty Taxi

White/Black/Metallic Gold

The Air Jordan 12 Retro ‘Royalty’ adds gilded accents to a two-tone design reminiscent of the OG ‘Taxi’ colorway from 1996. The mid-top makes use of a white tumbled leather upper with radiating stitch detailing and black lizard-textured overlays. Contrasting pops of metallic gold land on the molded top eyelets, midfoot TPU piece and the Jumpman and ‘Two 3’ branding embroidered atop the tongue. Responsive cushioning comes courtesy of a full-length Zoom Air unit. Underfoot, the outsole features rubber herringbone traction pods and a carbon fiber spring plate.

SKU: CT8013-170

Retail: $190

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The Air Jordan 12, released in 1996, drew inspiration from the Japanese rising sun flag and women's dress shoes. Its quilted leather upper and herringbone traction pattern made it a performance powerhouse. Michael Jordan wore these during the 1997 "Flu Game," cementing their legendary status.

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