'Chicago' Air Jordan 2 Returns This Month

The original 'Chicago' colorway of the Air Jordan 2 is coming back this holiday season with design elements that will be close to the 1987 pair. Click for info.

Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Pair
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Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Pair

High on the list of Jordan Brand’s priorities as of late is elevating the status of the Air Jordan 2. The oft-forgotten model in the early part of the line has been somewhat polarizing to sneakerheads over the years, while its predecessor and successors have seemingly only grown more popular. Part of the brand’s strategy for injecting the Jordan 2 with a little energy was lining up a strong range of collaborators, including Virgil Abloh, A Ma Maniere, J Balvin, Maison Château Rouge, and Union LA. Predictably, with more attention on the model, the original colorway is also set for a 2022 return.

SneakerFiles confirms that the “Chicago” Air Jordan 2, most notably worn by Michael Jordan in the 1987 Slam Dunk Contest, will release this holiday season. In addition to the scheme, Jordan Brand is producing a version that visually lines up with the original, down to the toebox. For purists, the shoes will be packaged in a replica of one of the most coveted boxes, the Air Jordan 2 ‘Wings’ box.

The “Chicago” Air Jordan 2 is expected to release during Holiday ‘22, though a specific date hasn’t been announced. Keep an eye out for updates in the months ahead.

UPDATE (12/16): Jordan Brand has officially confirmed on SNKRS that the classic “Chicago” Air Jordan 2 is dropping on Dec. 30 via the app for $200. Grab a closer look at the retro below.

Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Lateral
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Medial
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Top
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Heel
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Outsole
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Toe
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Heel
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Box
Air Jordan 2 Retro 'Chicago' DX2454 106 Hangtag