Air Jordan 3

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The range covers the Air Jordan 3 from retros of its original colourways to modern collaborations, in men's, women's and kids' sizing. It sits within the full Air Jordans range, alongside the Air Jordan 4 and Air Jordan 5 that followed it. Every pair is authenticated by hand, so you can shop with confidence.

What Is the Air Jordan 3?

The Air Jordan 3 is the third signature shoe in Michael Jordan's line with Nike, and the model that set the visual language the Jordan line still speaks today. It is a mid-cut basketball shoe built around three details: elephant print overlays, a visible Air unit and the Jumpman logo.

Retro releases bring the original 1988 design back in its classic colourways, while collaborations rework it in new materials and colours.

The History of the Air Jordan 3

Tinker Hatfield designed the Air Jordan 3, and it first released in 1988. It was Hatfield's first Air Jordan, the first of many Air Jordans he would design. He crafted the elephant print, paired it with visible Air and made it the first Air Jordan to carry the Jumpman logo, on the tongue.

The timing mattered. Michael Jordan was weighing his future with Nike, and the Air Jordan 3 is widely credited with helping keep Michael Jordan at Nike. That same year he took flight in the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest wearing the Air Jordan 3 in its original White/Cement Grey colourway, and won.

For a closer look at one of the shoe's most important modern retros, read the Air Jordan 3 White Cement Reimagined explained.

Why the Air Jordan 3 Still Matters

The Air Jordan 3 is where the Jordan line found its identity. Before it, the shoes carried Michael Jordan's name. After it, they carried his silhouette, and the design cues Hatfield introduced on the 3 still define how people picture an Air Jordan.

It also wears easily. The mid-cut profile, smooth leather and elephant print sit as comfortably with denim and workwear as with sportswear, so the 3 moves between collecting and everyday rotation without effort. Collaborations and reworked retros keep returning to the same formula, which is why the 3 reads as a classic rather than a throwback.

Popular Air Jordan 3 Colourways

The Air Jordan 3 is defined by the contrast between smooth leather and textured elephant print. These are the colourways buyers search for by name.

• White Cement — The original: white leather with grey elephant print, the pair from the 1988 Dunk Contest.
• Black Cement — The darker counterpart, black leather against grey elephant print.
• Fire Red — A clean white 3 with bold red accents.
• Black Cat — An all-black take that lets the texture do the talking.
• Pine Green — A white and green 3 with a sharper, collegiate feel.
• Palomino — A warmer, earth-toned 3 built for everyday wear.

Collaborations add another layer, from A Ma Maniére to J Balvin, each reworking the 3 in its own language.

Air Jordan 3 Sizing and Fit

Fit is worth checking before you buy, because the right size depends on the pair, the materials and how you like a basketball shoe to feel. Compare your usual Nike or Jordan size against the Air Jordan size guide, especially if you are between half sizes, and check whether you are looking at men's, women's or kids' sizing before choosing.

Why Buy Air Jordan 3s From PUSHAS?

• Authenticated By Hand — Every Air Jordan 3 is inspected and verified authentic before it ships. No exceptions.
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• Beyond Standard Retail — Access highly sought-after Air Jordan 3s already sold out through traditional retailers, plus limited colourways and releases you won't find elsewhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Air Jordan 3?

Tinker Hatfield designed the Air Jordan 3. It was his first Air Jordan, and the first Air Jordan to carry the Jumpman logo, on the tongue.

When did the Air Jordan 3 come out?

The Air Jordan 3 first released in 1988, and Michael Jordan wore it when he won the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest.

What makes the Air Jordan 3 different from earlier Air Jordans?

The Air Jordan 3 introduced elephant print to the line and was the first Air Jordan to carry the Jumpman logo, on the tongue. It also paired a mid-cut profile with visible Air.

Are Air Jordan 3s on PUSHAS authentic?

Yes. Every Air Jordan 3 listed on PUSHAS is authenticated by hand before it ships, so you can shop with confidence.

How do Air Jordan 3s fit?

Compare your usual Nike or Jordan size against the Air Jordan size guide before you choose, especially if you are between half sizes.

Does PUSHAS sell women's and kids' Air Jordan 3s?

Yes. PUSHAS offers Air Jordan 3s across men's, women's and kids' sizing, with availability varying by colourway, size and live marketplace listings.