The Air Jordan 3 Family Affair revisits one of the most important designs in basketball history. Tinker Hatfield’s 1988 silhouette marked the first appearance of the Jumpman logo and introduced the now-iconic elephant print that redefined sneaker aesthetics. This fall, Nike reinterprets that heritage through an autumn palette and elevated materials that echo the original’s influence while offering a refined new look.
Crafted in Medium Olive and Neutral Olive, the sneaker’s leather and nubuck upper creates a textural depth that complements seasonal tones. The Sequoia detailing reinforces the rich earth-inspired palette, while the elephant print overlays return as a tactile reminder of the shoe’s legacy. The design maintains its structural integrity and recognizable form, showing how the Jordan 3 continues to evolve through subtle reinterpretation rather than reinvention.
A Sail midsole separates the upper from the Gum Medium Brown outsole, creating a visual balance between warmth and utility. The outsole nods to the basketball roots of the silhouette, ensuring traction and comfort without sacrificing design intent. Together, the materials form a composition that feels grounded, tactile, and unmistakably connected to the Air Jordan lineage.
Nike Air branding takes its place on the heel, an unmistakable emblem pulled directly from the 1988 original. This touch anchors the design in Jordan history, recalling the moment when performance innovation met cultural style. The visible Air unit remains, reinforcing the sneaker’s technical side and its place in the evolution of Nike design.
The Air Jordan 3 Family Affair arrives in multiple sizes. Pricing begins at $215 for adults, followed by $155 for big kids, $95 for little kids, and $75 for toddlers. Each pair carries the same design details and finish, maintaining consistency throughout the range.
Model: Air Jordan 3 Family Affair (Medium Olive)
Colorway: Medium Olive/Sequoia-Neutral Olive-Sail-Total Crimson
SKU: DN3707-202
Price: 215.00 USD
Release Date: October 25
Available at: Nike and select retailers
