In May, Travis Scott discreetly unveiled his rumored signature Jordan sneaker at the Cannes Film Festival. As the year approaches its end, Scott continues to offer glimpses of various colorways, leaving fans eagerly anticipating concrete release details from both him and the Jordan Brand. The lingering question for enthusiasts and, undoubtedly, the raging crowd is: why the delay?

To add a twist, sources reveal that Scott’s Jordan shoes, initially dubbed “Cut the Check,” aren’t officially named as such. In fact, the musician’s footwear remains without a designated moniker, though some enthusiasts have affectionately labeled them the “Jumpman Jacks.” The anticipation continues.

The Jordan shoe designed by Scott showcases a low-cut silhouette, exhibiting a notable chunkiness. Noteworthy features include a sizable strap draping across the mid-foot and the iconic reverse Swoosh, reminiscent of Scott’s previous collaborations. Completing the design, the classic Jumpman logo boldly adorns the shoe’s thick tongue.

According to speculations, Scott’s signature Jordan shoe is anticipated to release in four distinct colorways. Currently, Scott has revealed three variations: a subdued pair showcased at Cannes, a vibrant multicolor scheme, and a “Reverse Mocha” iteration, drawing parallels to his Jordan 1 Low design.

The official release details for the pairs of Scott’s Jordan shoes worn by the artist remain uncertain, adding to the anticipation surrounding their eventual availability.

In 2023, Scott’s schedule was packed with the Utopia rollout and the ongoing tour accompanying the album. Amidst the Utopia journey, Scott also fulfilled his Nike obligations, primarily offering glimpses of his upcoming collaborations. Notably, Scott has a plethora of Nike footwear collaborations in the pipeline, such as the Nike Mac Attack and his Jordan signatures.

Among the revelations are images of a new Scott x Nike sneaker, featuring elements reminiscent of the Huarache and Zoom Spiridon. Expected to launch in 2024, this Nike collaboration is purportedly named the Sharkidon, evoking a sense of a Sci-fi channel movie about a prehistoric underwater creature.

While the Sharkidon is distinct from Scott’s Jordan signature shoe, the upcoming Nike collaboration bears a striking resemblance to the unreleased “Cut the Check” sneakers, complete with distinctive straps.

Amidst the teasers, Scott did unveil some noteworthy releases, including golf sneakers, straightforward Air Force 1s, and the Utopia Jordan 1 Lows, although the latter was exclusively for friends and family.

In addition to the Mac Attacks, Scott’s Jordan sneakers are slated for a release during the Holiday ’23 season, suggesting an imminent drop as the Jordan Brand’s seasonal collection has already witnessed several releases.

Fans are eagerly awaiting more details on Scott’s signature Jordan shoe or any forthcoming sneaker collaboration with Nike, hoping for a crumb of information or a cryptic teaser to satisfy their curiosity.