Retail Price: $185.00 Release Date: August 23, 2025 Sizing: Full-family Colorway: Black/Black-Sail-Starfish Style Code: DZ5485-008 Where To Buy: Footlocker | Goat
Jordan Brand is bringing back one of the most beloved colorways in modern sneaker history with the 2025 return of the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Shattered Backboard.” First released in 2015 and instantly celebrated for its buttery leather and story-driven theme, this upcoming retro marks the 10th anniversary of the original.
The 2025 version stays true to the OG formula with a sail leather base, bold starfish orange overlays, and contrasting black accents on the collar, laces, and Swoosh. The colorblocking mirrors the pair MJ famously wore during a 1985 exhibition game in Italy, where he shattered a backboard with a dunk.
While we’ve seen spin-offs like the “Reverse,” “2.0,” and “SBB 3.0,” this drop finally gives purists what they’ve been waiting for: a true-to-form retro of one of the most iconic AJ1 colorways of the 2010s — built with premium tumbled leather and remixed packaging flair. Expect full family sizing and a relatively subdued launch via SNKRS and select retailers.
The Air Jordan 1, designed by Peter Moore and released in 1985, is widely considered the most important sneaker in history. From igniting sneaker culture to breaking league dress codes, the AJ1 changed everything. and it continues to dominate shelves and timelines 40 years later.
The “Shattered Backboard” colorway debuted in 2015 and quickly became a cult favorite. Inspired by MJ’s backboard-breaking dunk in an Italian exhibition game, the shoe fused storytelling, striking colorblocking, and unexpectedly premium materials in a way that redefined what a modern Jordan release could be.
Over the years, Jordan Brand riffed on the concept with several variations, but none quite captured the magic of the original — which is why this 2025 rerelease is so highly anticipated by loyal enthusiasts . For sneakerheads who missed out the first time (or wore theirs into the ground), this is a rare shot at redemption.
When it comes to fit, the Air Jordan 1 High OG silhouette is one of the more consistent models in the Jordan lineup. However, material differences can slightly impact the feel — and with the premium leather build on this pair, here’s what to keep in mind:
True To Size (TTS) for most wearers: Stick with your standard Nike/Jordan size for the best overall fit.
Narrow footers may experience slight room in the toebox, but not enough to size down.
Wide footers might prefer a half-size up if they plan to wear thicker socks or want extra wiggle room.
Break-in period: The tumbled leather may feel slightly stiff out the box but breaks in nicely after a few wears.
Ideal for casual wear and daily rotation — classic cushioning and firm structure make it wearable all day.
Still unsure? Compare this pair’s sizing to recent drops like the “Lost & Found” or “Royal Reimagined” — the fit should feel nearly identical.
