Air Jordan 1 High "Elephant Print" Release Date Confirmed

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This new Air Jordan 1 High is a stunner.

One of the best sneakers ever created would have to be the Air Jordan 1 High. Overall, it is very difficult to disagree with an assertion like this. For years, the sneaker has grown into a cultural phenomenon. Moreover, it is seen as one of those timeless silhouettes that will simply never get old. Although some people aren't super fond of the new colorways, there is no doubt that most people still enjoy these. Even Jordan Brand still finds pleasure in making the shoe, as numerous releases are done every single year.

Throughout 2023, we have already seen a whole plethora of Air Jordan 1 High teasers. Furthermore, some Jordan 1 models have already made their way to the market. Subsequently, fans are waiting for more, especially as the summer is now upon us. One of the models of the Air Jordan 1 that fans have been waiting for is the "Elephant Print" model which can be seen below. Quite obviously, this model is meant to be a play on the iconic aesthetics of the Air Jordan 3. Overall, this is a common motif amongst Jumpman sneakers.

"Elephant Print" Air Jordan 1 High

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Upon looking at the official images, you are met with a shoe that is simply stunning. Firstly, the base of the sneaker is made of white leather. This material appears on the toe box and the side panels. Secondly, the overlays of the sneaker are made with that iconic elephant print that is a staple of Jordan Brand. The elephant print on this shoe is a nice shade of great. Lastly, there is black on the Nike swoosh, the cuff of the sneaker, and even the laces. When you put all of these elements together, you get a shoe that looks incredible.

As for the release date, it has been confirmed that these will be dropping on May 6th for a price of $180 USD. Hopefully, there will be plenty of stock for these. Let us know what you think of these kicks, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the sneaker world.

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Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use. Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen. In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3's Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!
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