[Update 9 Nov 2022] Official images of the SoleFly x Air Jordan 13 “Celestine Blue” are here. The pictures show the collaborative sneaker in a UNC-esque shade of blue, confirming earlier leaks. We also have a closer look at the panther print insole and gum brown outsole, along with its special edition “Celestine Blue” shoe box. No release dates has been given—follow along as we continue to bring you the latest updates on SoleFly x Nike’s latest partnership.

[Update 26 Oct 2022] On-feet photos for the SoleFly x Nike Air Jordan 13 have surfaced, courtesy of @knowing_kicks. Aside from how they’ll look worn, the images offer a more detailed and angular look of the pair, from its panther-inspired design to its suede and ripstop nylon construction. There is no release date announced as of yet. Stay tuned!

It wouldn’t be Miami-based boutique SoleFly and Jordan Brand’s first foray into a partnership together having worked on a Jordan 1 High and Low previously. Although celebrations for the Jordan 13’s 25th anniversary may have been dampened by delays due to the global logistical issues caused by the pandemic, nevertheless, a first look into the duo’s take on the silhouette has surfaced.

For the au courant, it is known that Tinker Hatfield’s idea of the Jordan 13 was drawn from its namesake’s nickname of the “The Black Cat”, for his superior abilities and athletic prowess on both ends of the court. For the most part, its signatures remain intact like the design of the outsole, said to be inspired by the panther’s paws, with the panther’s eyes evoked through the holographic emblem on the ankle collar.

The palette of the shoe is derivative of the UNC Tar Heels’ colors, as with many Jordan iterations before it. Its construction also remain premium with a Celestine Blue suede fabric making up the upper, along with a Light Smoke Grey on the mudguard, and Muslin on the toe all the way up to the tongue.

A release date remains in obscurity, but is expected to hover between late-2022 or early next year. There’s no information of a price tag as well at the time of writing.

But the Jumpman has enough in their catalogue to keep us entertained. Elsewhere in the Jordan-verse, they’re cooking up some new apparel with Cactus Jack. Check it out here.