Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Infrared'
The Air Jordan 4 was designed by Tinker Hatfield and first released in 1989, famously worn by Michael Jordan during the NBA Playoffs that year. It introduced design elements that were radical at the time, including mesh panelling for breathability, plastic wing eyelets for support, and a visible heel Air unit. The AJ4 has since become one of the most iconic and frequently retroed silhouettes in the Jordan line, with its distinctive colour blocking lending itself to bold accent-driven colourways like the Infrared.
The Infrared colourway builds on a dark charcoal nubuck base with a lighter grey nubuck overlay across the forefoot, creating depth through tonal contrast. Black mesh netting on the quarter panels and black structural wings add definition to the silhouette. The signature Infrared red appears on the four moulded eyelets and woven tongue tag, delivering a sharp colour pop against the otherwise muted palette. A Wolf Grey midsole and grey rubber outsole complete the base.
Smooth charcoal nubuck upper with lighter grey forefoot overlay for a tonal gradient that adds visual depth to the classic AJ4 shape. Infrared-coloured moulded eyelets and woven tongue tag provide a bold accent against the dark upper. Visible Air-sole cushioning in the heel delivers responsive impact protection for comfortable all-day wear. Black structural support wings and mesh quarter panel netting maintain the iconic AJ4 silhouette detailing. Durable rubber outsole with herringbone traction pattern ensures reliable grip across multiple surfaces.
Fit: Runs true to size. We recommend ordering your usual UK size.
Style Code: DH6927-061
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The Air Jordan 4 Infrared is ideal for anyone who wants a dark, understated Jordan 4 with a sharp colour accent that stands out without being loud. It suits buyers who prefer a moodier palette over clean whites or bright colourways. The GS to Men's size range from UK 3 to UK 12 makes it accessible across age groups and fits.
The Infrared 4s work best with dark, pared-back outfits that let the red accents do the talking. Black or charcoal joggers, slim-fit cargo trousers, or dark wash denim all complement the tonal grey upper. Avoid busy patterns or competing reds elsewhere in the outfit to keep the Infrared details as the focal point.
The Infrared sits within the Air Jordan 4 Retro lineup as a bold accent-driven colourway, drawing on the same design language as the 2013 'Green Glow' release but with a more wearable red accent. Compared to the Bred 4, the Infrared uses a softer nubuck construction and a tonal grey palette rather than high-contrast black and red. Against other dark-toned retros like the Jordan 4 Black Cat or the ASICS Gel-1130 in dark colourways, the AJ4 Infrared offers more visual interest through its multi-tone grey layering and pop of red.
Yes, the Air Jordan 4 Infrared runs true to size. We recommend ordering your usual UK size in both Grade School and Men's sizing. The padded collar and nubuck upper provide a secure, comfortable fit from the first wear.
The Air Jordan 4 features encapsulated Air cushioning in the forefoot and a visible Air unit in the heel. This dual setup provides responsive impact protection and comfortable all-day wear, originally engineered for on-court performance.
Grade School (GS) sizes run from UK 3 to UK 6 and are built on a slightly narrower last designed for younger wearers, though many adults with smaller feet also wear GS sizing. Men's sizes run from UK 6 to UK 12 on a wider last. Note that GS UK 6 and Men's UK 6 are not identical in fit due to the different construction.
We recommend using a soft-bristle brush or damp cloth with mild soap to clean the nubuck upper, working gently to avoid damaging the texture. Avoid machine washing or submerging the shoe in water. Allow them to air dry naturally away from direct heat or sunlight, and consider applying a nubuck protector spray before first wear.
