Air Jordan 3 'True Blue' Release Date and Where to Buy
The Air Jordan 3 'True Blue' might be one of the most-retroed OG Air Jordan colorways in existence, but there's a good reason. It's a perfect sneaker in the same flavor as the Air Jordan 3 'Black Cement.' I know some may find that to be a sacrilegious statement, but hear me out. Ask yourself, 'how could the AJ 3 True Blue be any better than it is?' My answer is it couldn't. That's why when it comes back this July, it'll be a hot ticket. Let's talk sneakers.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Full Name | Air Jordan 3 OG "True Blue" |
Style Code | IF4396-102 |
Colorway | White/Varsity Red-True Blue-Cement Grey-Anthracite |
Release Date | July 18, 2026 |
Retail Price | $220–$230 USD |
Sizing | Full family sizing |
Release Channels | Nike SNKRS, Nike.com, Foot Locker, Finish Line, Dick's, Hibbett, Shiekh |
Where Can You Buy the Air Jordan 3 'True Blue'?
SNKRS app will be your best bet, at least at first. If you have no luck, you may wind up taking a shot at grabbing them at Foot Locker and other popular retailers. The shoe drops July 18, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET - set your alerts now and have your payment info ready.
This is one of the most anticipated Athlon sneaker releases of 2026, and with wide distribution across major retailers, retail is genuinely attainable if you're prepared.
What Makes This Colorway Stand Out?
White and True Blue is a combination that works in every season - this is a year-round shoe, not just a summer flex. The 2026 retro keeps the OG details fully intact: white tumbled leather upper, Cement Grey elephant print on the toe and heel, True Blue accents throughout, and Nike Air branding on the heel - the same restoration that made the 2016 retro so well received.
It also comes in the throwback MJ face box, which is the kind of detail that separates a good retro from a great one.
Should You Buy the Air Jordan 3 'True Blue'?
Yes, but plan ahead - this is an OG release with wide distribution, so retail is attainable if you're locked in on July 18. This is the fifth retro of the True Blue and the first in 10 years, which means a full decade of pent-up demand is about to hit the market at once.
The AJ3 True Blue doesn't need a gimmick or a collaboration to justify its place - the OG colorway does all the talking.
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This story was originally published April 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM.