It appears that another OG Air Jordan colorway is making its way back to retailers in 2025. According to trusted sneaker leaker accounts Sneaker Files and @zSneakerheadz on Instagram, the "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 will return next summer.
Given the far out date of the purported reissue, leaked images of the sneaker have yet to surface and the pair pictured above is a recent retro. According to the aforementioned accounts, the upcoming version of the "Aqua" Jordan 8 is expected to be a straightforward reissue of the classic 1993 makeup. The style features a predominantly black nubuck upper contrasted by grey hits by the heel. The standout elements are the blue and purple accents on the tongue's chenille patch and on the midsole running down to the outsole.
The "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 was originally released in 1993 and was famously worn by Michael Jordan during the NBA All-Star Game that year. The style was retroed in 2007 and once again in 2015.
Currently, a firm release date for next year's "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 retro has yet to be announced by Jordan Brand.
UPDATE (07/05): Official images of the upcoming "Aqua" Air Jordan 8 retro have loaded on the backend of Nike's website. The style will be released on July 19 via SNKRS and at select retailers for $215.
Air Jordan 8 Retro "Aqua"
Release Date: 07/19/25
Color: Black/True Red/Iron Grey/Bright Concord/Aquatone
Style #: 305381-006
Price: $215