Air Jordan 9 Retro – Black/Red ("Bred")

Black. Red. No Introduction Needed.

The Air Jordan 9 in Black and Red is the silhouette's most powerful colorway — the Bred palette applied to one of the most underrated Jordans ever made. The AJ9 arrived in 1993, the only signature released during MJ's first retirement, and in black and red it carries the full weight of the Jordan legacy: the aggressive structural lines, the international Dream Team heritage, and the unmistakable authority of Bred. This is the AJ9 that needs no explanation.

Dream Team Architecture. Bred Authority.

• Black leather upper — premium, structured black leather that anchors the Bred palette with the kind of depth and authority the colorway demands
• Red contrast overlays and accents — bold red applied to the collar, overlays, Jumpman branding, and midsole detailing — the classic Bred tension at its most powerful on the AJ9 silhouette
• International flag detailing on the outsole — the AJ9's defining design feature — flags from the countries MJ visited during the 1992 Dream Team World Tour embedded in the sole of the shoe
• Perforated leather toe box — breathability and texture that add depth to the black upper
• Visible Air-Sole unit in the heel — responsive cushioning with authentic Jordan heritage
• Red midsole accents — the Bred palette carried through to the base of the shoe for a fully resolved, top-to-bottom finish
• Herringbone rubber outsole — multi-directional court traction built for the street as much as the hardwood

The Rarest Silhouette. The Greatest Colorway.

Bred on the AJ9 is the combination that turns the most underrated Jordan into the most essential one. Black and red is the Jordan Brand's most iconic palette — worn by MJ in his most dominant seasons, retired in his most legendary moments, and revived for collectors who understand what it means. The AJ9 Bred is the grail for those who go deeper than the obvious. The shoe for those who know that the rarest things are always found off the beaten path.

Fit & Sizing

True to size. Available in US and EU sizing. Clean black leather with a soft damp cloth after each wear. Use a soft brush on perforated panels. Store in original box with shoe trees to preserve shape and maintain the bold contrast between the black leather and the red accents.