KAWS x Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Cool Grey'

The KAWS x Air Jordan 4 Retro "Cool Grey" debuted in March 2017 as an ultra-exclusive partnership between Jordan Brand and renowned contemporary artist Brian Donnelly, professionally known as KAWS.

Bridging fine art and street culture, this highly sought-after release completely reimagines the iconic 1989 basketball shoe into a monochrome sculptural masterpiece. Dropping the model’s traditional plastic mesh windows and rubber wing eyelets, the sneaker is wrapped entirely in rich, layered grey suede—even extending over the polyurethane midsole. Detailed tonal embroidery of KAWS’ famous Companion character hands is etched directly into the upper panels, paired with signature "XX" heel badges and an icy, glow-in-the-dark sole that unveils custom graphics beneath the tread.

Key Features

• Monochromatic Suede Architecture: Replaces standard TPU netting and molded hardware with a combination of smooth and hairy grey suede covering the body, wings, and midsole wrap.

• Intricate Graphic Stitching: Subtle, tone-on-tone embroidery depicting KAWS' signature Companion hands covers the upper panels and custom footbeds.

• Signature "XX" Heel Emblem: Replaces the traditional Jumpman or Nike Air logo on the rear heel badge with KAWS' iconic double "X" motif.

• Luminous Artwork Outsole: Translucent rubber outsole designed to glow bright green in low light, exposing printed KAWS illustrations sealed beneath the rubber tread.

• Collector's Packaging: Ships in a co-branded black presentation box alongside a plush suede logo tag and a premium black drawstring dust bag.