Air Jordan XIII: Jordan wears these kicks, which feature a Jumpman hologram, for much of his final championship season.
Air Jordan XIII
Designer: Tinker Hatfield
Debut: 1997
Although already known for his design pedigree, this kick cemented Tinker Hatfield’s reputation as a sneaker visionary. With the dimples, pod system on the sole and hologram on the ankle, he took the industry to another place, ultimately ushering in a new era in shoe history.
Further information
The XIII is inspired by the panther, with the midsole accents representing paws and the dimples as whiskers.
Air Jordan XIV: Although these weren't released until October 1998, Jordan wears a special edition of these back in June 1998 while winning his final NBA title.
Air Jordan XIV
Designer: Tinker Hatfield and Mark Smith
Debut: 1998
Borrowing heavily from the Ferrari 550 M, the XIV was the last Air Jordan that M.J. would wear prior to his second retirement. Low-profile, lightweight and lithe, this shoe is a true masterpiece, and a personal favourite of many due to its comfort as much as its appearance.
Further information
Fourteen Jumpman logos can be found on every pair.
Air Jordan XV: These shoes are inscribed with the numbers 23/6/15, recognizing Jordan's uniform number, number of championships and the edition of Jordans.
Air Jordan XV
Designer: Tinker Hatfield
Debut: 1999
Commonly known as "The Spaceship", this shoe signaled an interesting diversion from the path by the design team, which created an Air Jordan partly inspired by Prada and partly by Michael himself, whose own tongue formed the basis for that on the shoe. Juxtaposing a woven pattern with a ribbed panel, the XV split public opinion as much as any sneaker ever to bear the Jumpman logo.
Further information
This shoe is based on the X-15 aircraft designed by NASA in the 1950s.
Air Jordan XIII
Designer: Tinker Hatfield
Debut: 1997
Although already known for his design pedigree, this kick cemented Tinker Hatfield’s reputation as a sneaker visionary. With the dimples, pod system on the sole and hologram on the ankle, he took the industry to another place, ultimately ushering in a new era in shoe history.
Further information
The XIII is inspired by the panther, with the midsole accents representing paws and the dimples as whiskers.
Air Jordan XIV: Although these weren't released until October 1998, Jordan wears a special edition of these back in June 1998 while winning his final NBA title.
Air Jordan XIV
Designer: Tinker Hatfield and Mark Smith
Debut: 1998
Borrowing heavily from the Ferrari 550 M, the XIV was the last Air Jordan that M.J. would wear prior to his second retirement. Low-profile, lightweight and lithe, this shoe is a true masterpiece, and a personal favourite of many due to its comfort as much as its appearance.
Further information
Fourteen Jumpman logos can be found on every pair.
Air Jordan XV: These shoes are inscribed with the numbers 23/6/15, recognizing Jordan's uniform number, number of championships and the edition of Jordans.
Air Jordan XV
Designer: Tinker Hatfield
Debut: 1999
Commonly known as "The Spaceship", this shoe signaled an interesting diversion from the path by the design team, which created an Air Jordan partly inspired by Prada and partly by Michael himself, whose own tongue formed the basis for that on the shoe. Juxtaposing a woven pattern with a ribbed panel, the XV split public opinion as much as any sneaker ever to bear the Jumpman logo.
Further information
This shoe is based on the X-15 aircraft designed by NASA in the 1950s.
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