Nike's much-loved Air Jordan 3 is reportedly set to be released in a brand new "Starfish" colorway. The drop will be part of the global footwear brand's 2025 Jordan release lineup.
Nike's Air Jordan series is legendary. It holds a prominent place in basketball history and the sneaker industry around the globe. Since the original release of Air Jordan 1 in 1985, the brand has consistently delivered some much-acclaimed designs by sneaker fans worldwide. The Air Jordan 3 was first released in 1988. It holds a place in sneakerheads' hearts. It was the first model designed by Tinker Hatfield and featured Nike’s visible air cushioning and an elephant print.
Over the years, the Air Jordan 3 has been released in various colorways. Now, the latest iteration, set to release in 2025, comes in a "Starfish" colorway.
Delving into the Air Jordan 3 "Starfish"
The AJ 3 "Starfish" is scheduled for a Fall 2025 release. This women’s exclusive colorway brings a seasonally fitting hue to the classic design.
The AJ 3 is a much-loved model in the Nike Jordan lineup. It was the first ever Jordan sneaker to feature the Jumpman logo, which has now become an essential part of the brand. The model is also known for its use of visible Air units in the sole. This feature was very new at the time of its initial release. The Air Jordan 3’s style elements, designs, and other features have made it one of the most beloved Jordan silhouettes.
The “Starfish” colorway of the iconic sneaker line features a color combination of Orange Trance, Sail, and Starfish. The “Starfish” orange is a shade that has also been featured in other popular Jordan releases, such as the Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” series. While It is not confirmed whether the Nike AJ 3 “Starfish” is directly inspired by the “Shattered Backboard” theme, the use of orange hints at a possible connection.
Another potential influence for this colorway is the Women's National Basketball Association. In recent years, Nike has released sneakers with orange accents as a nod to the WNBA’s branding. Nevertheless, there is no official confirmation or statement from Nike regarding the colorway inspiration of this brand-new Air Jordan 3. The color choice, however, does align with Nike's ongoing efforts to bring up women-centric editions of loved sneaker lines, such as the Nike Air Jordan 11 "Bred Velvet".
Some pictures of the "Starfish" colorway of Nike Air Jordan 3 have surfaced and fans are reacting disappointedly to the design and look of the sneakers. Below is what some users commented on the social media post featuring the surfaced picture of the shoes:
"cancel these and hand me a fade instead", said an user @nifsoj on Instagram.
"Where is the creativity?", commented another user @stevenomar2024
"Keep em 🗑", remarked @geauxx.co
The “Starfish” colorway is primarily dominated by an orange hue which is further complemented by touches of Orange Trance and Sail. The orange is visibly vibrant. The upper is expected to be crafted of leather. It is also likely to showcase the signature AJ 3 overlays.
The sneakers are likely to get featured with the signature elephant print overlays around the toebox and heel areas. This pattern has become a hallmark of the AJ3 line.
The Air Jordan 3 “Starfish” will be released as a women’s exclusive in Fall 2025. Fans can keep checking official pages for more updates.
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