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Even though Jordan Brand is celebrating its 40th birthday this year, drops like the Air Jordan 1 Low Inner Beast GS prove that even after all this time, it still gets the assignment when it comes to pushing boundaries in sneaker design. Launching alongside a kids' Air Jordan 11, these will both release as part of MJ's upcoming Halloween lineup.
The first thing that you'll notice about this Air Jordan 1 Low is that it's completely covered in claw marks, symbolizing an animal trying to scratch its way out. The sneaker is built on top of a textured leather base, and it's overlaid with short-haired suede throughout.
Across the lateral and medial sidewalls, you'll find a Nike Swoosh that's coated in 3M so you can flex in the dark. And if that wasn't enough, just like the aforementioned AJ11, the Air midsole is lined with a Barely Volt outsole that gives off a ghoulish green glow in low-light conditions. The sneaker is then finished off with a custom "Inner Beast" insole and a glossy number "23," which is set into the heel itself.
But it's not just the shoe itself that steals the show. All of this comes packed in a blacked-out box, and it comes with a claw mark-inspired sticker that was made just for this drop.
The Air Jordan 1 Low Inner Beast GS is set to drop sometime in Holiday 2025. It'll be available via Nike and select retailers both online and in-store for $120. If you're feeling brave and you want a pair in your rotation, make sure you download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
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