Official Images: Air Jordan 3 "Rare Air"

Though it's not celebrating any significant milestones in 2025, the Air Jordan 3 is having a standout season, with more than a handful of retros in the queue.

Jordan Brand is keeping the Air Jordan 3 front and center in 2025 with the upcoming release of the Air Jordan 3 “Rare Air”, scheduled to arrive this May in full family sizing.

This bold new edition of the classic silhouette dresses its upper in smooth black leather, complemented by a suede heel overlay that adds textural contrast. The design retains classic DNA, but adds unique touches—most notably the mismatched Nike Air heel tabs. While both heels carry the Nike Air branding, the right tab is reversed, flipping the Swoosh inward to face out on both shoes. It's a subtle switch-up that gives this pair a signature twist.

Pops of blue are added throughout the upper and midsole detailing, offering an energetic contrast to the otherwise all-black build. A red Jumpman logo on the tongue keeps the branding classic, and ties in perfectly with the color palette seen on the heel tabs.

Built on tradition but not afraid to tweak the formula, the Air Jordan 3 “Rare Air” blends heritage elements with contemporary design cues for a release that feels both grounded and fresh.

This upcoming Air Jordan 3 will join the likes of the the Air Jordan 4, Air Jordan 1 High OG "Deep Royal Blue," and Air Jordan 1 High OG "Cinnabar" which all fall under the "Rare Air" moniker for the 2025 season.

The Air Jordan 3 "Rare Air" is expected to release on May 30, 2025. Enjoy an official look at the pair bellow followed by a first look credits to @DJ_SNEAKERHEAD/ig as well as detailed looks via 19_ave.

This is just one of a handful of new Air Jordan releases revealed for the year ahead, all of which you can see right here on our dedicated Air Jordan Release Dates page.