Air Jordan 16. This was released during Michael Jordan’s 38th birthday in February 17, 2001.
A new millennium, a new designer and a new concept: the shroud. Smith took the torch from Tinker and ran with it, creating a sneaker that had the sharp look of a dress shoe with the gaiter on, but the functionality expected of such a high-end product when stripped naked. With the bold toecap and eye-catching lines on both the midsole and the main body of the shoe, the XVI was, when released, one of the most stunning sneakers seen in a long time.
Further information
- The XVI was the first in the line since the III not to be designed by the legendary Tinker Hatfield
