Updated March 13th, 2024: Sneaker collector @englishsole has unveiled an in-depth look at the highly sought-after Air Jordan 4 “First Class.” As of this update, the Air Jordan 4 “First Class” has been exclusively crafted for select Jordan athletes in the WNBA and will not be available for retail purchase.
The following article was originally published on December 29th, 2024.
Being part of the closely-knit Jordan Brand family has yielded remarkable benefits in the form of exclusive sneaker releases not meant for retail. To cap off the year, Jordan Brand has unveiled one of its most remarkable projects yet, tailored for those who represent MJ in the WNBA.
Unveiled by Jordan Brand color designer Kelsey Amy, the Air Jordan 4, dubbed “First Class,” is predominantly dressed in various shades of green. From the rubber outsole to the sting-ray textured mudguard and tongue label, the natural hue exudes an unmatched level of elegance, largely due to the gilded accents that adorn the upper.
The Jumpman logos on both the tongue and heel are fashioned from solid gold (likely plated), with a small diamond gem replacing the basketball in the iconic Jumpman silhouette. In both instances on the tongue and heel, the logo is placed above a textured leather commonly seen in high-end Italian leather goods.
The double-sided hangtag narrates the story behind the “First Class” theme. Mimicking a standard baggage tag, Jordan Brand adds its unique touch with the iconic elephant print, while referencing PDX, the international airport in Portland, Oregon. On the flip side is the WNBA logo proudly displayed alongside the year 2023.
While we commend Jordan Brand’s creative team for conceiving such an extraordinary Air Jordan 4 colorway, it’s hard not to draw parallels to a popular custom design by @chefhuyle that gained traction on social media earlier this year.
