Air Jordan 11

Combining luxury and performance, the Air Jordan 11 (or XI) is an essential shoe for fans of the Jumpman brand. Even after all these years, it remains a favourite of the sneaker community, and the JD Sports Australia range is here to accommodate your wants. We stock the latest releases of the iconic silhouette, allowing you to rep them, whether on the court or the street. What are you waiting for? Grab your pair today!

Discover Jordan 11s: The Road to Innovation

The year was 1995, and Michael Jordan had just enjoyed a brief stint in professional baseball, during which time he’d left the court behind and made fans question whether his basketball-focused brand could continue in his absence. Understandably, some had thought this would be the end for the Jordan footwear line, but they were proven wrong. From the perspective of Tinker Hatfield (whom many will recognise as the designer of the AJ3 and AJ4), Jordan’s departure had been only a minor setback, and the creative figure was ready to put an end to the doubts with his new sneaker, the Jordan 11.

Equipped with the latest innovations, the AJ11 was a true example of what could be accomplished without relying solely on celebrity exposure. The sneaker didn’t fall back on marketing gimmicks, but gained traction thanks to genuine performance-enhancing features, such as a full-length carbon-fibre plate accompanied by tried-and-tested Air cushioning.

Of course, Hatfield knew the appeal of a good-looking trainer, so he’d made sure to listen to His Airness’s suggestion—or rather, his musing—that the latest iteration of the shoe could have a shiny exterior. Though this was undeniably unconventional, the daringness and down-right uniqueness of the AJ11 helped to bolster its appeal, and to this day, it remains a signature collection of the Jordan brand.