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Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Love Letter" Launching 08/01 Colorway: SHADOW BROWN/TEAM RED/BRITISH TAN Style: Men's and Kid's Sneakers

Release Date: August 01, 2026

Jul 24, 2026

The Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Love Letter" drops August 1 in full family sizing. This Brand Jordan release combines premium construction with an iconic silhouette and A-grade storytelling for a colorway that will inspire sneakerheads and hoops fans.

Premium Construction Meets a New Heritage Colorway

The Air Jordan 1 High OG Brown "Love of the Game" colorway — also known as the "Love Letter" colorway — takes inspiration from the open letter to basketball Michael Jordan published in 2003 to announce his retirement from the professional game. That letter signed off "Much Love and Respect," and those same words are inscribed on the tan leather that highlights the collar and heel of these AJ1s.

The colorway also references MJ's famous "Love of the Game" contract clause, which allowed him to play any basketball game anywhere, at any time, without voiding his contract.

A white leather upper is embellished with dark "Shadow Brown" nubuck covering the toe box and lace eyelets. The weathered tan leather on the collar and heel intentionally references the surface of an old basketball. And these "Love of the Game" sneakers will develop further character as they age.

A rich burgundy outsole adds a final layer of color to the earth-toned colorway. And the classic Air Jordan Wings logo is embossed on the shoe's lateral side, above the Swoosh.

Full Family Sizing and How to Secure Your Pair

The latest addition to the Air Jordan 1 collection drops August 1 in full family sizing. That's the full spectrum of sizes from men's to grade school (GS), preschool (PS) and toddler (IN). Air Jordan 1s typically fit true to size. A narrow toe box can feel constricting for some people. If you have wide feet, consider taking a half-size up from your regular size. Check out our Jordan 1 Mid vs. High guide for styling tips and ideas.

The strong aesthetic appeal and storytelling power of this colorway, combined with the classic AJ1 silhouette, make these "Love of the Game" sneakers one of the hottest August sneaker drops. You can win a priority right to buy via the Hibbett launch raffle, accessible through the Hibbett mobile app. Just download the app and follow the simple instructions to enter the launch raffle for your best shot at copping a pair on August 1.

Get Ready for August 1 with Hibbett

The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Love Letter" drops August 1 in full family sizing. This tribute to Michael Jordan's retirement announcement and legendary passion for the game of basketball is an inspiring combination of premium materials and engaging storytelling. Don't miss out on one of the highlights of this year's Jordan release calendar — cop your pair via the Hibbett mobile app or online. Or stop by your nearest Hibbett store to try on a pair and browse the latest apparel and merch.

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