Air Jordan 8 Chrome 2026 Release Info

The Air Jordan 8 “Chrome” is officially returning in Fall 2026, almost 10 years after its last release. The sneaker, originally released in 2003 before making a comeback in 2015, is one of the most beloved colorways of the Jordan 8. This cool toned color palette perfectly fuses the early-2000s nostalgia of the AJ 8s retro silhouette with the premium materials and fit that modern Jordans are made of.

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In true Air Jordan 8 fashion, the upcoming retro will come equipped with a high quality black nubuck upper with chrome colored hardware on the strap buckles and midsole. Shades of grey will also be used for the chenille tongue logo and mudguard accents. As for the trademark details, there will also be the classic cross straps and perforated overlays to inject the shoe with the signature ’90s hype that is synonymous with the Air Jordan 8. Every element on the “Chrome” colorway pays homage to the OG AJ 8s that helped Michael Jordan win his third consecutive NBA championship in 1993.

Although it was not an original colorway for the Air Jordan 8, these “Chrome” 8s quickly gained a cult following in the years since they first hit the market for their clean and timeless aesthetic that can be dressed up or down to complement just about any streetwear or court look. Expect the 2026 reissue of the “Chrome” 8s to be even more accurate to the OG in both fit and shape.