The
Jordan XII was a completely new design for
Air Jordan shoes with ribbed leather that matched and blended with the midsoles. This unique design was inspired by the flag of the Japanese Army & Navy in which the red circle is surrounded by a sunset. The Jordan
XII was the most durable Air Jordans to date, but they did have one major flaw. The Jordan XII attracted dirt easily and were hard to clean. In September 1997 Nike decided to launch a new sub-brand of Nike called Jordan Brand. The
Jordan XII was the first Jordan shoe of the new Jordan brand and was also the first Air Jordan shoes that did not have a Nike logo or Swoosh.
They feature a white leather upper with a french blue colorway at the base of the upper, as well as on the sole.The stitchings radiate outward like the rays of the sun, making these a thoughtfully designed pair of shoes. The shoe also features a carbon fiber sheath and Air sole, along with a modified herringbone pattern on the outsole, which is great for traction. They also feature french blue and red accents. The shoe itself features stitching designs along the upper which are inspired by the Nisshoki, which is the Japanese rising sun flag, as well as a 19th century women's dress boot.
