Jordan Unveils a New Flip on the “Taxi” Air Jordan 12

2024-05-18T10:00:02-04:00

Picture an Air Jordan 12 with a sleek white leather upper adorned with black pebbled leather mudguards – sounds familiar, doesn’t it? That’s what you’ll be getting with the new “Taxi Flip” Air Jordan 12, which pays homage to the original “Taxi” colorway conceived by Tinker Hatfield back in 1996. But it’s not a 1-to-1 remake of the “Taxi.” Bright pops of "Gym Red" on the tongues and side panels make this iteration stand on its own.

What sets this new colorway apart is its ability to seamlessly blend heritage with modernity. While staying true to the iconic white-and-black "Taxi" design that captivated sneakerheads in '96, the addition of "Gym Red" accents infuses a contemporary flair that demands attention. The premium materials used in its construction give it a seasonal refresh, while the sunrise-inspired stitching on the upper serves as a nostalgic nod to the original design's roots.

Down below, the sneaker boasts black-and-white foam midsole units, which house the silhouette’s signature Zoom Air cushioning system. The midsoles are connected to black rubber outsoles that boast carbon fiber–like shank plates that run through the midfoot.

Need a pair? We thought so. The Air Jordan 12 Retro “Taxi Flip” is set to be released on Saturday, May 25th, in-store and online at DTLR.com. It will be available in full-family sizing.

Dropping Soon: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Taxi”

2022-09-19T12:00:00-04:00

The “Taxi” hue has been a part of Jordan Brand’s line ever since the release of the original Air Jordan 12 in 1996. And while it’s often relegated to the model it first appeared on – despite a recent appearance on the Air Jordan 8 – the bright yellow color is making its return on the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG later this month.

Done in a familiar black-toe style, the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Taxi” boasts a black, white, and “Taxi”-yellow color scheme. The quarter panels are done in a premium white leather, while smooth black leather is used for the mudguards, eyestays, side-panel Swoosh overlays, and ankle collar panels.

The titular “Taxi” tone dresses the leather panels on the toeboxes, heels, and ankle collar flaps. As far as branding goes, the sneaker features debossed Wings logos at the lateral ankle collar flaps, as well as Nike Air–branded tongue tabs.

To finish things off, Jordan Brand opts for white rubber midsole units, which are attached to “Taxi”-colored rubber outsoles.

Don’t sleep – the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Taxi” will be available on DTLR.com and DTLR stores on September 24th. Retail is set at $180.

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Jordan Unveils a New Flip on the “Taxi” Air Jordan 12

Dropping Soon: Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Taxi”