Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” [Release Date/Price/Where To Buy]

22nd April 2025 EDT RELEASES

Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” [Release Date/Price/Where To Buy]

Expected to feature its original 1985 build.

Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” Retail US$250

[Update 22 Apr 2025] Arguably the biggest release of the year, the Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” might see a re-release, albeit with a brand new SKU, before its 40th anniversary concludes, possibly on 18 October, coinciding with Jordan Brand’s annual “Banned Day” celebration.

Nevertheless, it is unusual for Nike to reissue the exact same shoe with a different product code so soon after an initial release, suggesting that this second code could indicate an altered version or even an entirely different colorway, further alluded to by the addition of the “SP” (Special Project) suffix. In light of this, continue to stay tuned for more updates regarding this potential Air Jordan 1 Hi ‘85 “Bred” restock.

[Update 4 Feb 2025] Contrary to the initial rumors that only 10,000 units of the Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” have been produced, new information ascertains there are 23,000 units—limited nonetheless.

Furthermore, only 23 select “neighborhood” retailers in the US will release the pair. Some of these store-exclusive releases will take place on 7 February—a week earlier than the official release date, which is slated for 14 February 2025. Additionally, Sneaker Freaker has also released a list of stores worldwide involved in the rollout.

Expect the Jordan 1 ’85 “Bred” to be available in men’s and toddler sizes, with a retail price tag of US$250—a valuation justified by the use of premium materials and special packaging designed to commemorate the shoe’s 40th anniversary.

Till then, enjoy the official images and more in the gallery above!

First released in 1985, the iconic “Bred” colorway of the Air Jordan 1 High has remained in the pantheon of footwear in the four decades since. The archetypal silhouette’s Black and Varsity Red palette symbolized rebellion and style, further propelled by the apocryphal story of it being banned by the NBA for violating uniform regulations (but it was actually a black and red Nike Airship that Michael Jordan wore while the AJ1 was still in development that was banned).

The rumor mill has the Air Jordan 1 “Bred” returning sometime in the spring in lieu of the shoe’s 40th anniversary. The retro release promises to be a faithful recreation of the original, in contrast to the “Reimagined” motif employed in recent years.

About the Nike Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred”

Expect the OG color-blocking, addressing its premium Black leather base accented with Varsity Red. The taller silhouette with a larger Swoosh stays true to its 1985 build, differentiating it from its Retro High OG counterpart. A White midsole rounds out the aesthetic, with each pair of the Nike Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” arriving with extra laces and a hang tag.

Release Details

Considering it’s a full year away from release, details of the Nike Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” are scant at this time. Nonetheless, stay tuned for more information and images to surface in the coming months! Till then, enjoy the mockup in the gallery above, courtesy of zSneakerHeadz and Sneaker Files.

Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” Resale Market Pricing Trend

Considering the extremely limited release of this year’s celebratory “Bred” Jordan 1 ’85, many may miss their shot in acquiring the pair. Fortunately, the SNKRDUNK App already has it listed. Stay tuned to the changes in our price chart (below) once the global release occurs on 14 February.

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Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” Sizing Guide

Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred”; Nike Size Chart

Conventionally, the Air Jordan 1 High runs true to size. But they may feel snug at first due to the leather. If the ’85 build holds true, then consider a half-size up for a more comfortable fit.