The NIKE Air Jordan 1 Mid Banned — also known as the “Bred” — brings one of the most legendary color schemes in sneaker history onto the AJ1 Mid silhouette. The sneaker combines rich black leather overlays with bold Gym Red panels, Swooshes, outsole, and collar detailing, creating the unmistakable Chicago Bulls-inspired look tied to Michael Jordan’s early Nike era.

Built on the classic Air Jordan 1 Mid design, the pair features padded ankle support, perforated toe panels, durable rubber traction, and encapsulated Nike Air cushioning for everyday comfort. The black-and-red color blocking gives the sneaker a timeless aggressive look that works effortlessly with cargos, denim, oversized streetwear, and monochrome outfits.

The “Banned” nickname comes from Nike’s famous marketing story around the NBA allegedly fining Michael Jordan for wearing black-and-red sneakers that violated league uniform rules in 1984. While sneaker historians now point out the original fined shoe was likely the Nike Air Ship, the black-and-red AJ1 colorway still became one of the most iconic sneakers ever created. 

SKU: BQ4422-600

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