Air Jordan 4 Retro 'University Blue' – CT8527-400

The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'University Blue' is a tribute to Michael Jordan’s college roots — a colorway that takes the iconic Jordan 4 silhouette back to Chapel Hill, where it all began. Named after the signature shade of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, this release carries the weight of MJ’s legacy before the pros, before the championships, before the legend was fully written.

The upper is constructed from premium suede, lending a rich, tactile quality that elevates the classic Jordan 4 form. University Blue dominates the shoe from every angle, while cement-grey detailing on the signature support wings and heel overlay grounds the design in the Jordan 4’s iconic Cement family DNA. Tonal mesh inserts at the vamp and quarter panel maintain the silhouette’s signature breathability, keeping the construction true to the original. One of the most beloved details is the tongue tag, designed to replicate the jock tag found on the bottom hem of Jordan’s UNC jerseys — a small but deeply personal nod to his college years that makes this pair feel like a piece of basketball history.

Underfoot, a speckled midsole with a visible Air unit in the heel delivers responsive cushioning, while the overall construction stays faithful to the Jordan 4’s original performance blueprint.

• Premium suede upper in University Blue
• Cement-grey detailing on support wings and heel overlay
• Tonal mesh inserts at vamp and quarter panel
• UNC jersey jock tag-inspired tongue label
• Speckled midsole with visible Air unit in heel
• Colorway: University Blue / Tech Grey / White / Black
• Style No. CT8527-400 | Released April 28, 2021

From Chapel Hill to the Hall of Fame — the University Blue Jordan 4 is a wearable chapter in the greatest basketball story ever told.