For the Jordan Brand Flight Tour China 2011 this year, the company has decided to pay homage to the country they're visiting by incorporating cultural twists to some new kicks.
The Jordan Brand Flight Tour China 2011 has enlisted the help of Dwayne Wade, Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul to join the tour this summer. New products created for this trip comprise three new kicks, each of which are accompanied by a shirt. The designs are influenced by masks worn by actors in Peking Opera, which represent the characters and spirits that are being portrayed in the act. This time, the masks were specifically designed as a reflection of the player's talents. These will make a debut on July 27, but so far there's been no word on an official release date.
Opera Mask Sneakers
Jordan Brand Flight Tour China 2011 Shows Off Chinese-Inspired Court Kicks
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