SOLE COLLECTOR: Sneakers

words by Steve Jaconetta

After the huge hype that still surrounds the “Encore” Air Jordan Retro 4 from a few years back, Jordan Brand and Eminem are teaming up once again. This time they chose to do a special makeup of Mr. Mather’s favorite model, the Air Jordan II.

Inspired by his upcoming book, The Way I Am, this model brings a new colorway to the Air Jordan Retro 2. They feature hand-written lyrics from various Eminem songs found on the ankle collar as well as around the toe trim. So far rumor has it that they will be packaged with a limited-edition “The Way I Am” Air Jordan t-shirt.

As of right now, two versions have been seen. The one described above which looks to me like a sample, and another version that was shown at a recent event held at Nort NYC where Eminem was promoting his new book. As you can see the two look different, but the colorway does not change. More features have been added to what is most likely the final production model. The shirt displayed is the one that will come packaged with the sneakers.

Another Flight Club exclusive, 313 pairs are scheduled to be released. This number is meant to signify the area code for Detroit, MI. Proceeds from the sales of this package will go towards Eminem’s The Marshall Mather’s Foundation, which is an organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged youth in the state of Michigan.

As of right now there is no release date or price set for “The Way I Am” Eminem Air Jordan Retro 2s but look for them to drop very soon. Keep checking back here on SoleCollector.com for all the latest info and updates on this future release as it becomes available.

Air Jordan 2 Retro Eminem “The Way I Am” Version 1:

Air Jordan 2 Retro Eminem “The Way I Am” Version 2:

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