Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High Off-White “Chicago” (The Ten)

Released in 2017 as part of “The Ten”, the Air Jordan 1 Retro High Off-White “Chicago” stands among the most historically consequential sneakers of the modern collecting era, marking Virgil Abloh’s defining intervention into Jordan Brand’s most iconic silhouette. By reworking the original 1985 Chicago color blocking through Off-White’s deconstructed vocabulary—exposed stitching, an oversized Swoosh, industrial text on the medial panel, the quoted “Air” on the midsole, and the hidden “85” detail inside the collar—this pair bridges basketball heritage with contemporary design culture in a way few collaborations have matched.

Its significance is both cultural and market-driven: widely regarded as a cornerstone of serious sneaker archives, it has maintained enduring liquidity and demand on the secondary market, supported by limited availability, cross-category appeal (streetwear, design, and sports memorabilia), and the lasting relevance of Abloh’s work. Offered here in the rare and highly sought-after US size 11, complete with the signature Off-White accessories—including the red zip-tie, “OFF-WHITE” Nike paper, and alternate flat laces—this is a museum-grade acquisition for collectors who value provenance, originality, and long-term desirability.