Bulky but beloved, the Air Jordan 8 brought new flair to the already fly signature line. The “Playoffs” colorway graced Michael Jordan’s feet on the way to his third championship, celebrating the style of 1993 in loud fashion. Following our comparison look at the original pair and upcoming retro release, we detail the 2013 Air Jordan 8 Playoffs in this edition of Sneaker Anatomy.
Durabuck Upper
Black durabuck makes for a smooth finish on the Air Jordan 8 “Playoffs”. The majority of the upper wears the material, appearing perforated around the heel and midfoot.
Printed Lining
From a technical standpoint, the Air Jordan 8 features an inner bootie sleeve similar to that of the Air Jordan 7. Aesthetically, the “Playoffs” display a vivid graphic lining that provides color pop and nostalgia. You’ll notice too that the retro version sports a black heel tab as opposed to the red one seen on the OGs. Shout out to @andymunoz2205 for pointing that out.
