Jordan Brand is preparing the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Banned” for Summer 2026 in full-family sizing. Pricing is expected at €145 / £130 / $145, with pairs landing on Nike SNKRS and select retailers. All visuals circulating right now are mock-ups, so materials, box and small details may evolve as we get closer to launch. Even so, the combination of black and red blocking, a clean white midsole and the famous red “X” at the heel has already set timelines alight.

Design and materials

The AJ1 Low OG “Banned” trades on simplicity and proportion rather than gimmicks. A black tumbled-leather base gives the upper its texture, while Varsity Red overlays sharpen the toe, Swoosh and heel. The Summit White midsole slices the color palette cleanly and a red outsole ties the look back to the original formula. Expect Nike Air on the tongue, a classic Wings logo on the heel tab and, most importantly, a red “X” stamped low on the heel as a direct nod to the 2011 anomaly. Because this is the Low OG cut, the collar sits lower and slimmer, the toe profile is truer to the 1985 shape, and the whole shoe reads more vintage than the standard GR AJ1 Low.

The “Banned” backstory

To understand why this pair resonates, rewind to 1985 when a black-and-red Jordan found itself at odds with NBA uniform rules. Nike turned that friction into a masterclass in storytelling, and the “Banned” legend was born. In 2011, the AJ1 High “Banned” reignited the myth with an unorthodox release and that provocative red “X” on the heel, cementing its status as a modern grail. Translating the look to a Low OG in 2026 gives the community a new entry point into the same narrative—more wearable for summer, still charged with the same rebellious energy.

Fit, feel and care

Most AJ1 Low OGs fit true to size; wide-footed wearers who are between sizes may prefer a half-size up. The cupsole ride is firm and supportive, softening as the leather breaks in. Cleaning is straightforward: a gentle leather cleaner and microfiber cloth keep the black panels rich, while a quick scrub around the pivot circle helps the outsole keep its bite.

Buying strategy

Hype will be healthy: iconic blocking, full-family sizing and the heel “X” all but guarantee raffles at boutiques and a draw on SNKRS. Prepare your SNKRS profile early, preload payment and size, and keep notifications on. Many retailers announce in-store pickup rules and ID checks 24–48 hours before results; watch their stories closely during the fortnight leading into the drop.

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