Which Nike shoe was the first commercial model in the company’s Air Jordan line?

The Air Jordan 1 was the first commercial model in Nike’s Air Jordan line.

Nike released the shoe in 1985 for basketball player Michael Jordan. Its high-top design, bold color blocking, and connection with Jordan helped establish a new model for athlete-linked footwear and apparel.

The Air Jordan 1 was designed by Peter Moore. It was originally presented as a basketball shoe, but its influence quickly extended beyond the court into streetwear and sneaker collecting.

A common mistake is identifying the Air Jordan 3 as the first model because it introduced important design features and helped define the brand’s later identity. The Air Jordan 3 was the third numbered model, while the Air Jordan 1 began the line. Later Jordan releases became increasingly independent from Nike’s main footwear branding.