In order to commemorate Hip Hop’s 50th birthday this year, The Notorious B.I.G. was honored with a limited edition Air Jordan Sneaker. The sneakers were shown off on the rapper’s official Instagram page and was announced via a collaboration between the shoe brand and The Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation. The Christopher Wallace Air Jordan XII’s are available for auction with the starting bid set at $1.
The caption for the announcement reads, “In a moment to champion self-belief, @jumpman23, The Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation and @sothebys collaborated on a limited release of the Christopher Wallace Air Jordan XIII in honor of the #JORDANYEAR (2023), and the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, 23 pairs of The Christopher Wallace Air Jordan XIII are now open for bidding through 3 February, with bids starting at $1. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation, which aims to empower inner city youth with educational learning instruments, sponsorships, grants and community-based mentorship programs and campaigns, all in line with its motto, Think B.I.G. ‘Books Instead of Guns.’
Yet another post explained in further detail, “In addition to the sneaker’s highlights, listed below, the design features an inspired special edition print detailing on the insole — all styling which has become synonymous with The NOTORIOUS B.I.G, Sneaker’s Features: A Silhouette of Biggie on the Tongue, Tongue Tag, Highlighting His Infamous Lyrics: ‘It Was All A Dream’ and ‘If You Don’t Know, Now You Know.’ Classic Red and Black Plaid Flannel Pattern on the Sock Liner. Shoelaces Inscribed with the Word ‘Dream’ on the Angler. Special Edition Inspired Print Detailing on the Insole.”
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