The Air Jordan 6 ‘White Infrared’ Returns

The Air Jordan 6 ‘White Infrared’ Returns

 

The legendary Air Jordan 6 “White Infrared” is making its long-awaited return in 2026. The classic’s comeback has been highly anticipated by sneakerheads. It drops at Shoe Palace this November 7.

White Infrared

Originally released in 1991, the classic has a crisp white leather upper and black accents. It also features signature Infrared hits across the midsole. Returning in true OG form, the 2026 edition brings back the coveted Nike Air branding on the heel. This is the first time since the original release.

VI

The Air Jordan VI was designed by the legendary Tinker Hatfield and was released in 1991. This is a special Air Jordan sneaker because Michael Jordan won his first championship while wearing the Air Jordan VI.

The VI is one of Jordan Brand’s most iconic styles. It continues to resonate with sneakerheads and is still getting retro releases to this day. Virgil Abloh, a renowned designer and fashion icon, once said that the Jordan 6 is his favorite shoe.

Tinker

Thanks to Tinker Hatfield, the VI was filled with notable design elements. Hatfield partially based the design of the Jordan 6 on MJ’s love of cars. That automobile inspiration would continue with future Air Jordan sneakers.

There is a rubber tongue with finger loops and the VI also came with lace locks. It had a heel tab and an inner booty sleeve as part of the design.

Roll

Tinker was on an unbelievable roll in 1991. He was consistently creating some of the most iconic sneakers Nike and Jordan Brand have ever released. The true genius of Tinker Hatfield was that he could mix revolutionary aesthetics with top of the line performance. It is one of the main reasons why his shoes are still so adored today.

Tinker has a knack for making shoes that work equally well on and off the basketball court. It is why you still see players in the NBA today wearing the Air Jordan 6.

1991

The Air Jordan VI was originally available in five colorways. The White and Black colorways are of course beloved. The “Carmine” colorway is an iconic Air Jordan model. The “Sport Blue” and “Maroon” are not as celebrated but are colorways fans know and appreciate.

Originally, the company did not make any low versions of the VI. The Jordan Brand released low versions of the VI for the first time in 2002.

Shoe Palace

The Air Jordan 6 ‘White Infrared’ releases at Shoe Palace this November 7.