On this Black Friday 2009, Brand Jordan has decided to release the Air Jordan 12

On this Black Friday 2009, Brand Jordan has decided to release the  Air Jordan 12 (12) ‘Flu Game’ as the special purchase of the big after Thanksgiving shopping day. This Air Jordan commemorates Mike’s epic performance in game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals against Utah. With their suede upper, tongue embroidery and heel details, these are significantly different from the original leather bred XIIs. Look for these Black Friday, November 27th, 2009 at Air Jordan retailers. Photos Osneaker.

Starting on the top-right and working clockwise, we have the Anthony Pappalardo pro model, followed by three pairs of CVO Lows.  Pappalardo’s is somewhere between the One Star and CTS lowtop, whereas the CVOs Air Jordan 12 look like an aggressive take on the Vans Authentic design.  Also similar to an Off the Wall look, two Sea Stars round out this group.  Solid stuff here, especially if you’ve had your fill of Swooshes.  Cop any or all Nike Free 7.0 of these today at select Nike Free Run Skate retailers.  via StyleWiz

The rarely seen Vans Native American is back, its latest colorway a reminder that the Year of the Snake has been the most serendipitous occasion when it comes to sneaker design.  This period when the footwear world has thoroughly embraced patterns and textures makes an easy connection with scaly YOTS looks, and on this Air Max 95 Mens Shoes new Native American Lo, it’s a blue suede that’s been pressed to resemble a reptilian creature on behalf of Off the Wall pro rider Anthony Van Engelen.  Let us know how these compare to more overt snakeskin Vans like the summer’s Authentics once you’ve seen more photos, then grab a pair at shops like Flatspot.