by Gurvinder Singh Gandu
Sure, it may be that time of year when you generally have to worry about what to gift your family and friends for the holiday season. But sometimes you just have to stop and treat yourself to something for all of the hustle that you’ve put in throughout the year. This year’s “that something” looks to be the Air Jordan XI ‘Legend Blue.’
With so many must-have sneakers potentially cluttering up your holiday wish list, it could seem like a daunting task to decide what to cop and what to pass on, but if you look a little closer, you’ll realize that this is actually a no-brainer. After all, this is the same ‘Legend Blue’ (formerly known as ‘Columbia Blue’) silhouette that MJ wore during his first NBA All-Star Game appearance following his initial retirement, in which he put the official stamp on his comeback tour with a MVP-caliber performance. That February night in 1996, the basketball world got more than just a glimpse of the classic Michael Jordan brilliance; we also got a glimpse of one of the most legendary sneakers to ever grace the hardwood. So it should come as no surprise that, nearly two decade later, the shoe is just as sought-after today as it was back then.
As you probably aware by now, the Jordan Retro 11 is scheduled for a December 20—a date that you most likely already have circled on your calendar. With that in mind, Champs Sports has decided to make the shoe the highlight of The Game Plan, paying tribute to a tried and true footwear icon. Better yet, it is accompanied by an entire “Legend Blue” gear collection that includes T-shirts, snapbacks, and hoodies, as well as a few other Jordan Brand sneakers to help you end 2014 with a bang, and simultaneously start the New Year in style.
Check out the Champs Sports store locator to find your nearest retailer and cop the collection today.
STAY CLASSIC
A classic never goes out of style. What this means is that there are absolutely no limitations when it comes to rocking your Retro 11s this winter. So whether you’re hitting up your office holiday party or getting together with the family, these shoes will get you noticed immediately. Worried about what ‘fit you’re going to wear with your new kicks? Don’t be—the matching graphic tee and snapback should do the trick.
AIR JORDAN 11- $200
JORDAN JUMPMAN DRI-FIT CREW SOCKS- $17.99
JORDAN RETRO 11 SHORTS- $55
WARM UP
There’s no telling when some chump off the street will run up on you and challenge you to a one-on-one battle, so you have to be ready at a moment’s notice. At the same time, however, your sneaker game needs to be on point for when you destroy that clown and are hit the town with your crew. The perfect solution? The Air Jordan I. This iced-out version of the flagship Jumpman model is all about versatility. So whether you’re hooping or kicking back, the shoe will command the respect that you rightfully deserve.
AIR JORDAN 1 MID- $104.99
JORDAN SUPERSONIC T-SHIRT- $29.99
JORDAN RETRO 11 SNEAKER+ BEANIE- $29.99
JORDAN LEGEND BLUE SOCKS- $17.99
JORDAN RETRO 11 PINNACLE FLEECE HOODIE- $129.99
JORDAN RETRO 11 PINNACLE FLEECE PANTS- $109.99
GET IT IN
You’ve got a foolproof plan to bulk up during the holidays, but have you considered the aftermath? Eventually you’re going to realize that you went a little overboard on the eating, and that maybe you should have devoured a few less slices of pie. Fortunately, the game plan to get you back down to your target weight is quite simple: lace up in the Jordan Flight Flex Trainer and hit the gym. Just don’t forget to throw on the matching Jumpman hoodie, because, well, no one wants to see your post-holiday belly.
