Due to an error in production, the initial release of the Air Jordan 9 ‘Photo Blue’ was supposed to have a black sole but ended up with a white sole instead. Despite this significant mishap, the shoes remain unchanged in terms of their overall design, incorporating a combination of black synthetic leather and nubuck along with striking blue stitching, logos, and additional detailing. Exclusive to Nike.com, a limited stock of 10,000 pairs was made available for sale.