In 2008, the Air Jordan 23 was introduced by Jordan Brand through its premiere level release called the 'Titanium' colorway. This exclusive edition draws inspiration from Michael Jordan's alma mater, the University of North Carolina, presenting a captivating combination of white leather and grey textile on the upper body. Notably, the side panels are adorned with a meticulous pattern, complemented by Carolina blue accents. The design incorporates key elements such as the iconic Jumpman logo and "23" branding, prominently featured on the outsides of both tongues. Additionally, Jordan's fingerprint is placed on the insides of the tongues, providing a unique touch. The metallic blue TPU midsole adds an extra flourish to the overall aesthetics. Limited to a production of 1058 pairs, this remarkable release was evenly divided, with half available in the United States and the other half distributed worldwide. Each pair was meticulously numbered, with only 529 individual pairs made initially, of which 23 pairs were specifically allocated to 23 chosen retailers.