Neymar Jr. x Jordan Collection

In the years that have passed since Michael Jordan's first signature shoe came out, the Jumpman has evolved from a silhouette into a full-brown brand. While basketball will always be the brand's bread & butter, we've seen footwear and apparel for other sports such as baseball, golf, running,  and even athletic training.

If you've been living under a rock for the past few years, Neymar Jr. is a footballing phenom. He plays for FC Barcelona the one of the biggest football clubs in the world, as well as the Brazilian national team. He's also only in his early twenties and it turns out, he loves the Air Jordan 5.

The Air Jordan 5 is 1 of 2 shoes that anchors the Neymar Jr. x Jordan collaboration - the first time a non-Jordan athlete has collaborated with the brand, as well as the first time we'll get to see Jordan gear out on the pitch. Picture above is an Air Jordan 5 low done up in the signature 3M reflective material, while both the number "23" and "10" (a nod to Neymar's number with the Brazilian National team) can be found on the upper as well.

Rounding out the collection is a special colorway of the Hypervenom Phantom II in grass, turf and indoor versions. If you're digging it, a part of the collection will release on June 9 at select retailers such as Titan.

'Tis The Season for The Air Jordan 11 "72-10"

The holiday season is not a kind one for sneakerheads. On top of all the crazy releases that pop up between Black Friday and New Year's Eve, over the years it's been a tradition of sorts for Jordan Brand to drop a highly anticipated Air Jordan 11 right in the middle of the holiday shopping rush. Eschewing the route of dropping a retro colorway, we get a Air Jordan 11 that takes inspiration from the NBA season where MJ and the Bulls went 72 and 10 - more that just a cut above what most teams would consider a winning season. And that shows in the quality of the materials used in the shoe's design. Premium leather, icy sole, you can't go wrong.

The Bulls' record is safe for now (unless Steph Curry and the Warriors have anything to say about it). But your wallet won't be come December 19. Check with local Jordan Brand retailers like Titan for release details.

The "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 Returns on Black Friday

Black Friday isn't a huge thing in the Philippines, but Air Jordan collectors around the world are looking to celebrate. Last given the retro treatment in 2007, the "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 returns to retail with a fully remastered look. With this drop serving as the start for another crazy holiday season in the world of sneakers, better hold on to that 13th month pay, you're gonna need it.

The "Aqua" 8s drop on November 27. Keep tabs on your preferred Jordan Brand retailers for release info.

Air Jordan 11 Low IE "Bred"

Any Air Jordan 11 is sure to be a hit among sneakerheads. But an Air Jordan in a Black/Red colorway? Even before they drop you know they're already as good as gone. Set to return next month is the "Bred" Air Jordan 11 Low IE, which was last seen in 2011. Consider this an advanced warning. Check back for more concrete release info as it comes in.

Air Jordan 7 "Bordeaux"

Just like a fine wine, the Air Jordan 7 "Bordeaux" gets better with age. Following an initial re-release back in 2011, the 2015 version of the sneakers Michael Jordan wore in the 1992 NBA All-Star Game are as close to the originals as the originals themselves. With the retro Jordan market not expected to slow down any time soon, expect these won't last long on shelves when they drop this weekend. If you're thinking of copping, check out Titan and other select Jordan Brand retailers.

Air Jordan 1 "Pinnacle"

The word "pinnacle" is defined as the culmination or the highest point of something. Upon checking out these pictures, the quality of this release certainly looks to be on a higher level than most Jordans. Unfortunately, the asking price went way up as well. The Air Jordan 1 "Pinnacle" gets dressed in an exotic black base while 24k gold detailing turns the luxury factor up a few notches. Accessories like a fancy dust bag come with the drop as well. If you've got nothing to do with a small fortune, you might consider dropping 20 on these as the Air Jordan 1 "Pinnacle" will be dropping this Saturday at Titan BGC. 

Russell Westbrook finally gets a signature shoe.

Images via shoulee81

Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder isn't one for subtlety. When he's not lighting up opposing teams on the basketball court, he catches eyes with his off-court style. In a rather fitting move by the folks at Jordan Brand, the dynamic point guard and self-proclaimed "Fashion King" of the NBA finally gets a shoe to call his own. However, from the looks of it, the Air Jordan Westbrook 0 is a lifestyle shoe and certainly not one for use on the hardwood. The actual silhouette is pretty clean. A mid-top done with premium uppers sitting nicely on top of a vulcanized sole. D-Ring eyelets and a ghillie lacing system round out the design.

Based on information making its way around the internet, the Air Jordan Westbrook 0 should be making its debut sometime in October. Check back for more information and official looks as they surface.

Air Jordan 15lab12

While there's no official word on from Jordan Brand regarding these samples shoes that hit the net, a good amount of online chatter has been quick to tag them as an upcoming release in the Jordan Lab series. For those not in the loop, the Jordan Lab Series is an ongoing effort that takes iconic elements from one Jordan signature and places them on another retro model. In this case, the woven detailing of the Air Jordan 15 finds its way onto the upper of the Air Jordan 12. While most Jordans in the Lab series have been pretty hit or miss, it's hard to go wrong with a white shoe. The gold accents are a nice little cherry on top, too. If you're feeling them, keep tabs on the blog as more information should be coming down the pipeline eventually.

Check out Offerings from The 2015 Nike Basketball and Jordan Brand BHM Collections

Black History Month (BHM) isn't officially celebrated in the Philippines, but sneakerheads on this side of the world recognize the occasion when special edition sneakers drop. This year will be no different, with Nike ushering in a massive BHM collection of footwear and apparel spanning a number of sports. This year, the collection honors six athletes and coaches who have impacted sport with their courage and determination: Theotis Beasley, Kevin Prince-Boateng, Jerry Rice, Brianna Rollins, C. Vivian Stringer and John Thompson.

However, only a select number of items from the collection will be made available locally. Read on to find out more.

The Only Air Jordans to Look Out for this Holiday Season

With December less than a full month away, sneakerheads have learned to love and dread the onset of Christmas because of the amount of highly anticipated sneakers that will drop over the holiday. It's been a Jordan Brand tradition for a while now to release a crazy amount of Christmastime heat, and this year will be no different. So to help you plan you holiday shopping, I've compiled a list of the Air Jordans I feel are worth the time and effort copping over the holidays. Better start saving. And don't forget to get your loved ones some gifts, too. 

Air Jordan Retro 1 High Black/White

Last seen as part of a 2008 Countdown Pack release, the Black/White Air Jordan comes back to retail all alone and in OG form. That means the shoes will release with "Nike Air" branding on the tongue, and a lot of sneakerheads foaming at the mouth to get their hands on a pair. Sporting black and white leather panels, this Air Jordan 1 falls under the sneaker's more subdued makeups. But if you've been in the collecting game long enough, you know they won't last long when they hit shelves this weekend. Check with your local sneaker retailers with Jordan Brand accounts to find out how you can get a pair.

Spot more looks after the jump.

Jordan Brand x Slam Dunk Collection

Ever heard of the name Hanamichi Sakuragi? If you grew up watching anime, then you might have caught his journey from a high-school outcast to a standout high school basketball player in the now-classic "Slam Dunk" series.

The show may have ended its run a long time ago, but the folks at Jordan Brand are gearing up to write an all-new chapter in Sakuragi's story through a collection of apparel and basketball footwear. Fans of the series will delight in the apparel that mixes cues from both brands, while sneakerheads will surely take notice of the Jordan Super Fly 3 and Air Jordan 6 models that both come with reflective prints from the manga on their uppers. Look for the collection to drop locally as a Titan exclusive.

Air Jordan Future Low

Since its debut earlier this year, the Jordan Future rode a pretty palpable wave of hype because it took the signature elements of the Air Jordan 11 and repurposed them into a lifestyle shoe. But with the sheer volume of colorways that have pumped out since (and how many are still left on shelves), the argument can be made for that wave to have crashed.

Possibly devised as a move to  keep sneakerheads interested, Jordan Brand has unveiled a low cut edition of the Jordan Future. Aside from the low cut, the main difference looks to be the choice of upper, as the low cuts employ a mesh construction as opposed to the woven makeup that many of the high-cuts sported. However, fans of the woven look are in luck as the style looks to have carried over to the low cuts as well.

Only time will tell whether the move to go low brings back a strong demand, as the Future lows are looking to release next year. Check out more looks after the jump.

Photos: Sole Collector

Air Jordan 3 Retro "Wolf Grey"

The classic Air Jordan 3 returns to retailers this week in a clean colorway. Dubbed the "Wolf Grey" editions for the use of the said hue as the shoe's base color, these shoes sport a mix of leather, nubuck, and the timeless elephant print the Air Jordan 3 is known for. Accents of black, metallic silver accents, and a translucent outsole give the shoe just a bit of extra pop. The "Wolf Grey" 3 will be sold in a full family size run from men's all the way down to toddler.

The release date is set for this Saturday, July 19. Hopefully local Jordan Brand accounts will be carrying these in stock.

Hit the jump to check out more looks.

Better Jordan Retros are On The Way.

Photo via Sole Collector

And I for one couldn't be any happier. The quality of retro Air Jordans has been a common conversation topic among sneakerheads in recent years. Most collectors agree that details such as the materials and shapes used on the re-releases of classic Jordan signatures don't exactly match up with the originals. That doesn't stop them from flying off shelves on Saturdays, but it's a definite concern given the high price Air Jordan retros command these days. 

In a SoleCollector interview with Dave Shechter (VP of Jordan Footwear) and Jeff Atienza (Jordan Brand Product Line Manager),  it was revealed that "remastered" versions of Air Jordan retros will be available come Spring 2015. In a nutshell, this means that all forthcoming Jordans will be made with better materials and built as faithful to the original construction methods as humanly possible. While there's nothing wrong with better quality products entering the market, consumers will have to brace for a few unwanted effects. 

1. Price

This one was pretty obvious, as the current retail value of a single pair of Air Jordans isn't cheap. With the added costs of new materials, prices are looking to increase anywhere from 10-15%. 

2. Availability

Initially, only shoes in men's sizes will get the "remastered" treatment come next year. Not cool for most of the junior and lady sneakerheads out there. 

As a collector, I appreciate the approach Jordan brand has taken to address the demand for better quality retros. They may get a little pricier, but the promise of better craftsmanship wins out for me in the long run. While sneakerheads have already taken their outrage to the online message boards, I think it's a lesson in disguise for teaching many within the culture to favor quality over quantity. Spending a little more for one pair of good shoes seems inconsequential compared to buying multiples of the same pair albeit made with inferior quality. But just how good the quality will be remains to be seen next year. 

Check out more pictures of the first round of "Remastered" Air Jordan retros after the jump. 

Air Jordan 2 Retro White/Red

The Air Jordan 2 may be one of the more underrated models in Michael Jordan's sneaker line, but its simplistic design has steadily endured throughout the years. And in a few months time, another original colorway of MJ's second sneaker will be making its way back to retail. 

Air Jordan 11 Retro "Columbia"

It seems like the folks at Jordan Brand have answered our prayers and have set the release of the beloved "Columbia" Air Jordan 11s this year, sometime in the insane sneaker frenzy known as the holiday season. Despite the "Legend Blue" tag these beauties are gonna be released under, the shoe's clean white look down to the tonal blue accents takes it way back to the 1996 NBA All-Star Game.

Air Jordan XX9 "Tailored For Flight" Teaser.

With the unveiling of the Air Jordan XX9 just days away, the folks at Jordan Brand have released a teaser video starring Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook. While the video may not have given us a good idea of how the shoe is going to look, the name and concept of the video alone sheds a solid amount of light on one the shoe's upcoming themes.

Check out the "Tailored For Flight" video HERE!

Jordan Brand Playoff Pack

With the NBA Playoffs fast approaching, Jordan Brand is releasing a special pack to help their star players get ready for the wars ahead.

Constructed with premium materials and employing advanced technology for maximum on-court performance, the Jordan Brand Playoff Pack is inspired by the way NBA stars would don black shoes come playoff time to show they meant business. Making up this year's pack is the Air Jordan XX8 SE for Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony's Melo M10, and reworked versions of Chris Paul's CP3.VII AE and Blake Griffin's Jordan Super Fly 2.

Air Jordan XX9 Unveiling

Make way for number 29.

Michael Jordan's basketball days may be long behind him, but that hasn't kept his eponymous brand from continuing his signature shoe line. Sure, the retros get majority of the attention, but thanks to a their nifty Flight Plate technology, both the Jordan XX8 and the XX8 SE managed to put the Jumpman back in the forefront of on-court performance shoes.

Less than two weeks from now, we'll get a look at the all-new Air Jordan XX9. How they managed to keep last year's release under wraps is beyond me, and it looks like this year's drop will be the same. Will number 29 continue with the Flight Plate technology? Will it cost in the same range as last year's model? What will it look like? All these questions will be answered on April 17, 2014.

Get excited!