Air Jordan 6 Gold Hoops W—a Touch of Romance
Michael Jordan won his first NBA championship while wearing the Air Jordan 6. Designed by Tinker Hatfield and originally released in 1991, the Air Jordan 6 had five original colourways in its first run:
The original retail price on the AJ 6 was AUD 125. It was revived in 2000 and brought back many times-in 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020-through new retros and limited-edition collaborations.
- Black/Infrared
- White/Carmine
- White/Infrared
- White/Maroon
- White/Sport Blue
Commercial Success of the Air Jordan 6
During the 1991 Playoffs, Jordan wore the Black/Infrared colourway. The trainers were advertised through a series of black-and-white commercials featuring director Spike Lee as the character Mars Blackmon. One of these spots included Rock & Roll Hall of Fame musician Little Richard as a genie who turns Mars Blackmon into Michael Jordan. The NBA superstar also wore the White/Carmine colourway in a popular Gatorade commercial that introduced the "Like Mike" theme song.
Rappers and hip-hop artists have also embraced the Air Jordan 6. In 2004, Kanye West wore the Black/Infrared AJ 6 in his All Falls Down music video. Other musicians who have collaborated on the shoe include Travis Scott and Macklemore, the latter having an exclusive, limited quantity run created for friends and family that never got released at retail.
Air Jordan 6 Good Hoops W
The Nike Air Jordan 6 Gold Hoops is a feminine recreation of the classic Jordan 6. The sneaker is all white, with touches of pale pink and gold. The gold metal lace lock was inspired by hoop earrings. The uppers are made of white suede with white tumbled leather overlays. Perforations in the sides of the sneaker provide ventilation and add to the women’s Air Jordan 6 Gold Hoops’ delicate appearance. There are pale pink touches to the white translucent midsoles, as well as the tongue and heel guard. The "Jumpman" logo is embroidered on the heel in gold thread and also appears on the bottom of the sole.
