Royal is one of the three founding colorways of the silhouette in 1985. The 2026 version stands out for materials more faithful to the original: soft and matte leather, bicolor lining, and archive finishes. Discover what you need to check upon receipt.
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The Jordan 1 Retro High OG Royal returns in October 2026 with an execution said to be more faithful to the 1985 model than recent retros. Proportions, leather and interior details mark this season's retro.
- Colorway: Black on the toe, collar and Swoosh, true royal blue on the side panels and heel, white midsole and black outsole.
- Release date:
- What to check upon delivery: Stitching regularity, slight ivory tint on the midsole, density of the padded collar.
- Fit: True to length, narrow in the forefoot. Wide feet: go half a size up. Narrow feet: standard Nike size.
Why the return of the Royal colorway matters
Royal is one of the three founding colorways of the silhouette in 1985, and its return in 2026 is one of autumn's most anticipated drops. The Air Jordan 1 Royal 2026 arrives under the High OG banner, with an execution announced as more faithful to the original pair than recent retros: proportions, panel cuts and leather treatment are the points collectors will scrutinise.
For a buyer who knows the classics, the stakes aren't novelty but accuracy. A Royal is judged on three details: the depth of the blue, the sharpness of the black-to-blue separation on the quarter, and the midsole tint. The Jordan 1 Retro High OG Royal ticks these boxes based on early images, making it as much a rotation piece as an archive piece. For the rest of the calendar, our top September 2026 releases puts the quarter into context.
Adult sizes available, pair authenticated by our team.
The Black / Varsity Royal colorway in detail
The colorway pairs black leather on the toe, collar and Swoosh with true royal blue on the side panels and heel, all set on a white midsole and black outsole. It's the original scheme, without any overloading or contemporary detailing.
What distinguishes this version from previous retros is mainly the rendering of the materials. The chosen leather is announced to be softer and more matte than on recent executions, which softens the crease of the leather on the bend line and avoids the plastic effect that plagued some series. The toe perforations are regular, the top eyelet stays close to the collar, and the Wings isn't oversized: details that, taken together, bring the pair closer to the 1985 silhouette.
Construction details to examine closely
The interior finishes are the true marker of this edition. Black lining, royal blue perforated textile on the insole area: the interior echoes the exterior colour code instead of settling for generic grey, which is the sign of a higher level of detail on a retro.
Other points to check upon delivery:
- the regularity of stitching around the Swoosh outline and on the Wings
- the midsole tint, light ivory rather than pure white depending on the specimen
- the density of the padded collar, which determines ankle support
- the alignment of the Nike Air logo on the tongue
| Model | Jordan 1 Retro High OG Royal (2026) |
|---|---|
| Style code | IQ5495-005 |
| Colorway | Black/Varsity Royal/Black |
| Brand | Jordan |
| Release date | |
| Retail price | 180 € |
| Price at Geturbrick | from 260 € |
| Available sizes | 40 - 47.5 |
| Status | Coming soon |
Air Jordan 1 Royal 2026: release date, retail price and availability
The release is set for October 2026, at the retail price announced by the brand, in adult sizes only: the exact date and price are displayed on the product page. No kids or grade school version is confirmed for this drop.
Competition will be fierce - that's the rule on an OG colorway of this status. Sizes 42 to 45 go fastest, the extremes remain accessible a bit longer. Before checking out, go through the Jordan sizing guide to avoid unnecessary exchanges. If you're deciding between several drops happening at the same time, the Jordan 4 J Balvin Lemonade and Supreme x Nike Fall Winter 2026 share the same calendar.
What size to choose on an Air Jordan 1 High OG
The Jordan 1 High OG fits true to length overall, with a rather narrow fit in the forefoot and limited volume under the lacing. Wide feet often benefit from going half a size up from their usual size; narrow feet stick with their standard Nike size.
The padded collar requires a few wears to break in, and the leather on this execution, being softer, shortens this adaptation time. If you're unsure between two sizes, compare your measurement in centimetres on the Jordan sizing guide, then cross-check with our general sizing guide if you're coming from another brand. A floor measurement beats a size memory.
Frequently asked questions
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Where to buy the Air Jordan 1 Royal at Geturbrick
The pair is ordered directly on its product page, in the available adult sizes, from 40 to 47.5 depending on stock. Each pair goes through our inspection before dispatch, and order tracking is done from your account.
What you get when ordering from us:
- a pair verified according to our authentication process
- brand-specific sizing guides to choose the right size first time
- detailed return conditions in our FAQ
- a team you can reach via the contact page before and after purchase
