The Drop
The Jordan 4 Retro Union Off Noir (DC9533-001) is one of the grails from the legendary Union LA x Jordan collab, dropping alongside the "Guava Ice" colorway. Union's Chris Gibbs reimagined the AJ4 with mismatched tongue tags, translucent mesh panels, and folded-down tongue construction—pure Los Angeles streetwear DNA meets Jordan heritage. This "Off Noir" iteration leans darker and moodier, making it the more versatile twin for daily rotation.
Resell Verdict
Currently hovering around $685 on fair market, with asks ranging wildly from $323 to north of $3,000 depending on size and condition. That spread screams volatility, but the 79 weekly orders suggest steady liquidity. Diese Collabo bleibt stabil—Union x Jordan holds long-term heat. Not a quick flip unless you're sitting on a DS size 10-11, but a safe store-of-value play for patient sellers. Hype's plateaued but hasn't dipped.
Fake Tells
- ▸Stitched UN/LA tag placement: fakes often misalign or use wrong font weight on the cream collar tags
- ▸Translucent TPU wings: reps frequently get the opacity and color gradient wrong—retail has subtle smoke tint
- ▸Midsole speckling: authentic pairs show fine, random speckle pattern; fakes cluster dots or overdo saturation
Who It's For
Collectors chasing Union's design legacy and resellers banking on long-term blue-chip collabs. Best for rotation players who want AJ4 clout without screaming "hype"—the neutral palette works from gallery openings to casual Fridays.
Sizing & Fit
True to size for most; Jordan 4s run slightly roomy in the toebox, so wide-footers rejoice.
