Air Jordan 11 Low UNC Releases April 2026
Jordan Brand is bringing back the Air Jordan 11 Low in its original University Blue colorway this spring. The reissue marks a return to the 2001 silhouette that first established the low-cut 11 as a summer staple, arriving April 18 at $190.
By Marcus Chen
The Air Jordan 11 Low has quietly become one of the brand's most reliable seasonal releases, serving as the lower-cut alternative to its full-height counterpart each year. For 2026, Jordan Brand is turning back to the colorway that helped launch this iteration into the market over two decades ago: the University Blue edition that debuted alongside equally memorable drops like Citrus and Cherry at the turn of the century.
Design & Heritage
This UNC rendition follows a straightforward formula that has aged remarkably well. University Blue dominates the mudguard and brand hits across the upper, sitting atop a clean white leather base that keeps the silhouette grounded and versatile. An icy translucent sole unit provides textural contrast underfoot—a technical touch that balances the simplicity of the colorway. The execution remains faithful to what made the original 2001 release significant: proof that the 11 Low could function as both a heritage retro and a practical summer option.
The timing of this reissue aligns with Jordan Brand's broader strategy of leaning into archived designs that resonate across both longtime collectors and newer audiences. After introducing fans to MJ-worn PE styles earlier in 2025, the brand is now doubling down on the silhouettes that define specific eras of its catalog.
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Release Info
Model: Air Jordan 11 Retro Low
Colorway: University Blue/White
SKU: FV5104-100
Retail Price: $190
Release Date: April 18, 2026
Availability: Nike SNKRS, Dick's Sporting Goods, Champs Sports, and additional retailers
