The Purr-fect Sneaker: The Air Jordan 3 ‘Black Cat’ Is a Must Cop at JD Sports

The occupies a legendary spot in the annals of history. Designed by in the late 1980s, the model marked a crucial turning point for and . Following the lukewarm reception of the which nearly grounded the partnership, the Air Jordan 3 soared in to cement the bond and redefine sneaker culture forever. Flash forward to today, and the Air Jordan 3 continues to captivate collectors with new and returning colourways. The latest to hit shelves at JD Sports is the ‘Black Cat’, a claws-out classic from 2007.

Inspired by Michael Jordan’s cat-like reflexes and his ability to ‘hunt’ his opponents on the court, the super stealthy colourway features a luxurious mix of leather, nubuck and polished patent leather accents in black and ‘Dark Charcoal’. The iconic elephant print overlays, famously featured on the toe tips and heels, have been extended to the laces, adding a bold twist to the design. Sneaker sleuths will also notice that the shade of the elephant print is also slightly lighter this time around, giving the colourway a little more depth. More covert than the neighborhood cat, the only accents come in the form of white branding on the tongues and outsoles, breaking up the otherwise monochromatic theme.

No doubt one of the hottest drops to kick-start 2025, the Air Jordan 3 ‘Black Cat’ is available to cop right now from JD Sports.