SOLE COLLECTOR: Sneakers

Tech Info:

07/01/08 Jordan Dentro

White/Black

$110.00

In keeping with this year’s Italian design and craftsmanship theme that helped inspire the intricate stitch patterns found on the Air Jordan XX3, the Dentro and Esterno, both designed by Justin Taylor, will be released as a way of creating two opposite shoes that share a similar design language and inspiration. The Dentro, Italian for “inside,” is meant for hardwood use, while the Esterno, Italian for “outer,” is geared towards the blacktop. Both shoes incorporate a full-length dot-welled Air Sole unit, herringbone outsole, TPU midfoot shank and a performance mesh inner lining. The lining features an “MJ” graphic that gives a similar feel to Nike’s Sphere lining in that it raises parts of the mesh against the foot to allow for breathability. Along the heel of the Dentro, you’ll notice a series of Roman numerals reading XXIX.II, XI.VI and X.I, which are actually Michael’s game stats from his days as a Senior at Laney High School when he averaged 29.2 points, 11.6 rebounds and 10.1 assists. The two shoes will release with several material combinations available at retail, ranging from nubuck, full grain leather and synthetic leather to patent leather, perforated leather and a texturized synthetic.