The PSNY x Air Jordan 12 “Wheat” was released in June 2017 as a New York-exclusive pair from Public School and Jordan Brand’s “City Pack.” The shoe takes after the Timberland boots that have been part of New York streetwear for decades, especially during the colder months.

Rather than mixing different materials or colors, Public School covered the entire upper in wheat-colored nubuck. The tan finish gives the Jordan 12 a look similar to the classic six-inch Timberland boot, a style closely associated with New York.

The Air Jordan 12 already has a bulky shape, so the work boot look fits the silhouette without changing much. Its usual stitched upper stays in place, joined by metallic gold eyelets, rope-style laces, and a matching sole.

The design quickly picked up the nickname “Air Jordan Timbs” because of how closely it resembled the boots seen throughout the city. It was a different look for the Jordan 12, but one that made sense given Public School’s New York roots.

The collection also included a “Bordeaux” pair for Paris and an “Olive” version for Milan. All three followed the dark grey PSNY x Air Jordan 12 that first appeared in 2015.

A gum rubber outsole finishes the wheat nubuck build, while Public School added its own branding throughout the shoe. The tongue features large embossed PSNY lettering, with more branding found on the lace tips and custom insoles.

For those still looking to add the PSNY x Air Jordan 12 “NYC” to your colleciton, sizes can be found on resale sites such as Stockx.

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