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Awake NY is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Air Jordan 6 with a colorful two-piece collaboration that continues the New York label’s ongoing relationship with Jordan Brand.
Following last year’s Air Jordan 5 collaboration, Awake NY is once again reworking a classic Jordan silhouette with two distinct colorways: “Blueberry” and “Bubblegum.” Both pairs feature a layered palette built around three shades of their respective colors, giving the sneakers a tonal look while adding depth throughout the upper.
The construction pays tribute to the original 1991 Air Jordan 6 “Infrared,” with high-quality nubuck covering the forefoot and toe box. Awake NY’s signature “A” logo returns on the 3M reflective side panels, carrying over a detail first introduced on the label’s Air Jordan 5.
The collaboration also draws directly from New York’s bootleg culture. The overlays and heel panels are crafted from genuine Saffiano leather, referencing the luxury handbags and accessories that have long been associated with designer fashion—and the counterfeit versions that became a fixture of Canal Street’s street economy.
Despite the extensive reworking, the outsole remains faithful to the OG Air Jordan 6 “Infrared” color blocking. Speckling has been added to the infrared sections, while contrasting red stitching runs throughout the shoe. Awake NY branding replaces the traditional “AIR” hit on the heel, while additional AWAKE branding appears across the milky translucent tongues. Even the co-branded hangtag receives a speckled treatment.
The accompanying apparel collection continues the same visual language, rounding out the collaboration beyond the footwear.
The rollout features a campaign film shot in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, bringing the collaboration’s New York roots into focus. The opening scene, featuring a mariachi band and roses, is dedicated to Roy Martínez, a member of the Awake NY family who passed away earlier this year. The film also features a cast of local New Yorkers alongside appearances from Futura, Homecoming’s Grace Ladoja, and more.
The Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 collection will first be available at the Awake NY Park Jam in NYC on August 22nd at Seward Park from 4:30-8:30pm. EQL raffles for the Air Jordan 6s will open on August 23rd for both in-store pickup and global shipping. The “Bubblegum” colorway will remain Awake NY exclusive, while the “Blueberry” pair will receive a wider release in September via SNKRS and select retailers. Apparel will be available August 24th in-store and on the Awake NY website. Check out both pairs and the accompanying apparel below.
Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 “Bubblegum”
Color: Playful Pink/Infrared 23-Shy Pink-Arctic Pink
Style Code: IQ5706-600
Release Date: August 23, 2026 (Awake NY)
Price: $230 USD
Resell: StockX / GOAT / KICKS CREW / eBay
Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 “Blueberry”
Color: Midnight Navy/Infrared 23-Game Royal-Light Blue
Style Code: IQ5706-400
Release Date: August 23, 2026 (Awake NY)
Release Date: September 2026 (Global)
Price: $230 USD
Resell: StockX / GOAT / KICKS CREW / eBay
Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 Collection Apparel
Release Date: August 24, 2026
