Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG ‘Voodoo Alternate’ collab Zion Williamson

The Zion Williamson x Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG ‘Voodoo Alternate’ (IH2309-500) is a sequel that casts a fresh, mysterious spell on the iconic silhouette, deepening the collaboration’s narrative inspired by the rich, mystical culture of New Orleans, where Zion Williamson plays. Following the original ‘Voodoo’ release, this ‘Alternate’ edition continues to blend raw, folkloric aesthetics with the heritage of Michael Jordan’s first signature shoe, offering a design that feels both hand-stitched and supernaturally intentional. It’s a shoe that reflects Zion’s unique duality—grounded in his Louisiana roots yet otherworldly in his explosive athleticism.

The sneaker’s Regency Purple/Vapor Green/Black/Dark Raisin/Daybreak/Light Silver colorway offers a chilling, richer palette compared to its earthy predecessor, leaning into deep indigos, purples, and blues that evoke a sense of midnight ritual rather than daylight charm. The construction is a masterclass in textural complexity, featuring a deliberately unbalanced yet premium composition of materials, including plush suede, sturdy canvas, and rough burlap-like textiles, stitched together with contrasting, exposed seams that amplify a handcrafted, almost ritualistic feel. Raw, unfinished edges on the panels and exposed foam around the collar reinforce this deconstructed, artisanal aesthetic, embracing the subversion of folk art. This model is rich with special features and symbolic effects. It retains the signature mismatched, inside-out look of the ‘Voodoo’ theme, incorporating details that playfully defy convention: an inverted mini-Swoosh is embroidered on the forefoot, and the tongue tag and classic Wings logo on the heel tab are flipped upside-down, a quiet jolt of unease that deepens the voodoo narrative. When the dual-ply heel tabs are folded up, they reveal custom “Zion” and “Voodoo” graphics, connecting the wearer back to the man and the myth. The shoe is completed with thick, braided rope laces that feel ceremonial, binding the traditional Air Jordan 1 low-top with the concept of New Orleans folklore, while an embroidered voodoo doll head on the lateral heel acts as a symbolic guardian or talisman, ensuring the sneaker is a collector’s item with a compelling, personal story embedded in every stitch. As an OG version, it maintains the classic, low-profile cupsole construction and Air-Sole unit in the heel for lightweight cushioning and impact protection, allowing the focus to remain on the striking visual craftsmanship and storytelling that defines this unique collaboration.