In addition to the plethora of Js on tap for the coming weeks, Nike will also be releasing the winning sneakers from the annual "On Air" collection, as well as a new colorway of Kevin Durant's latest signature sneaker, the Nike KD12.
Scroll down for a preview of what's in store from Nike and Jordan Brand this month.
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Release Date: April 5
Retail Price: $160
The exclusive Atmos x Nike Air Max2 Light collab, as well as a matching collection of apparel, first released at Atmos locations in Japan on March 23, but they'll be up for grabs in the U.S. this Friday, April 5.
The colorful kicks take inspiration from Nike apparel in the ’90s and the vibrant upper is a twist on the bright, bold gear synonymous with that era. A swoosh or “NIKE AIR” branding is printed or embroidered on every piece of patchwork, and each shoe features asymmetrical patterns.
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Release Date: April 6
Retail Price: $190
Celebrating the 20-year anniversary of the Air Jordan XIV, the classic white/red "Candy Cane" colorway returns in true OG form this Saturday, April 6.
The iconic silhouette, inspired by luxury sports car styling, has been produced as a stitch-for-stitch replica, and will come equipped with original packaging and signature hangtags. The kicks will be available in sizes for the whole fam.
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Release Date: April 6
Retail Price: $230
The newly unveiled "Hyper Crimson" Foams look somewhat similar to the popular "Gym Green" colorway, although the upper is slightly darker than the Gym Green rendition. The kicks also feature black detailing throughout, including the tongue, inner lining, Nike swoosh, heel and outsole.
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Release Date: April 6
Retail Price: $150
Kevin Durant's 12th signature sneaker, the Nike KD12, is highlighted by a multi-layer mesh upper, four-way flywire, and a full length zoom air cushioning that has been stitched to the strobel, which is a thin woven textile that traditionally sits beneath the sockliner and above the midsole.
“It’s one of the unsung heroes in footwear,” says Leo Chang, Senior Creative Director for Nike Basketball Footwear. “The strobel isn’t approached differently other than how it’s been done over the last few decades. And yet it’s literally what separates your foot from the cushioning.”
According to Nike, "Inspired by KD’s love of vintage tees, the soft and lightweight upper gives an immediate broken-in feel. It’s cozy and comfortable, perfect for hooping in all day."
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Release Date: April 13
Retail Price: $150-$240
Last May, sneaker enthusiasts across the world voted for six of their favorite shoe designs out of 18 international finalists of this year’s Nike: On Air contest.
The "Nike: On Air" sneaker design program was a call to arms for six major cities around the world to imagine an Air Max inspired by its community’s unique cultural fingerprint, as designed by the locals who know it best.
The six winning sneaker designs, listed below, will all be available on April 13.
NYC: Air Max 98 La Mezcla by Gabrielle Serrano ($200)
Seoul: Nike Air Max 97 “Neon” by Gwang Shin ($200)
Tokyo: Nike Air Max 1 “Tokyo Maze” by Yuta Takuman ($150)
London: Air Max 97 “London Summer” by Jasmine Lasode ($200)
Shanghai: Nike Air Max 97 “Kaleidoscope” by Cash Ru ($200)
Paris: Vapormax Plus “Works In Progress” by Lou Matheron ($240)
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Release Date: April 19
Retail Price: $185
The Air Jordan 11 Low "Blue Snakeskin" will return to retailers on April 19, for the first time since the memorable sneakers debuted way back in 2001.
Styled just like they were in '01, the 2019 rendition of the "Blue Snakeskin" Air Jordan 11 Low consists of a white leather upper with a dark blue snakeskin in place of the traditional AJ11 patent leather.
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Release Date: Rumored for 4/20
Retail Price: $100
4/20 has become a special day not only for all the weed smokers of the world, but also for the Nike SB Dunk fanatics.
Nike has made a habit of rolling out a special edition pair of Dunks in celebration of "Weed Day," and that trend will continue on April 20, 2019. This time around, Nike is honoring the dog walkers of the world with a special edition colorway of the Nike SB Dunk High.
The "Dog Walker" Dunks feature a range of different canine-themed details, as well as a hairy green upper that serves as a nod to the unofficial holiday. Additional details include a metal bone hangtag, a translucent outsole with a poop-stained heel, and decorative insoles featuring a variety of different dog breeds.
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Release Date: April 26
Retail Price: $160
Jordan Brand has a healthy supply of all-new Air Jordan 1s coming in 2019, including a fuzzy "Panda" rendition that is set to debut towards the end of April.
As you'd expect from a sneaker bearing the "Panda" moniker, the kicks are decked out in a clean white and black colorway highlighted by a soft, bear-like material.
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Release Date: April 27
Retail Price: $190
Jordan Brand will be releasing yet another "Cap & Gown" sneaker this month, following up on the special edition Air Jordan 11 that released last May. This time around, the all-black "Cap & Gown" colorway has been applied to the Air Jordan 13 silhouette.
"For years, the Jumpman community has celebrated milestones in their favorite Air Jordans. Following last year's Cap and Gown AJXI, the AJXIII is dressed in a patent leather upper and dark translucent outsole with metal emblem and tassel-inspired laces."
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New York born and raised. Long-suffering Knicks, Mets & Jets fan who fell in love with sneakers when Allen Iverson laced up the 11s at Georgetown. Commissioner of one of the premier fantasy football leagues in the USA.
