Air Biggie
“It was all a dream, I used to read Word Up! Magazine/ Now I’m dunking on n*ggaz in my Air Jordan Thirteens!”. Alright, alright those are not the actual lyrics from Biggie Smalls’ legendary single “Juicy,” but if the late rapper was alive today, he damn sure would have a remix with similar bars as a nod to Jordan Brand’s latest endeavor.
I ain’t stutter! The Beaverton, Oregon label has collaborated with Sotheby’s to curate a one-of-a-kind auction for 23 exclusive pairs (I see what they did there) of Christopher Wallace aka Notorious B.I.G x Air Jordan 13s. Originally conceptualized in 2017 as a tribute to Biggie’s 45th birthday, the kicks have returned to celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary and the notion of Self-Belief.
Notable designs of the kicks include both tongues that feature an outline of B.I.G’s iconic face, while the inside of them reads his infamous lines “It was all a dream” and “if you don’t know now you know” (I know what you said in your mind after that). Furthermore, the insoles are embossed with black and red plaid patterns, and are branded with “Notorious B.” on the heels. Last but certainly not least, Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation hang tags are found, and the haglets are rightfully adorned with the words “dream” in red font.
Bidding for the 23 pairs of Notorious B.I.G x Air Jordan 13s begin at a whopping $1 USD at Sotheby’s website here through February 3rd. 100% of the proceeds will go towards the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation whose main course of action is empowering inner city-youth through mentorship programs, grants, scholarship and educational tools.