Deadstock - DS - Is one of the most common terms used among sneakerheads. It implies that the shoe  is brand new and never worn or tried on.

 

Limited Edition - LE - A shoe that is produced in limited quantities and is only available through a select few retailers.

 

Cop- To buy or purchase a shoe. Typically a "hard find" shoe.

 

Joints- Refers to another name for sneaker.

 

Skateboard - SB - A shoe line dedicated to Skateboarding.

 

Original - OG - A shoe that was introduced before a retro version was released. This term is best associated with Nike shoes.

 

Air Max - AM- Nike initially introduced the the Air Max technology in 1987 on the Nike Air Max 1. The shoe is supported by an air cushioning that is placed underneath the foot.

 

Special Edition - SE - A shoe that celebrates a certain occasion and is released in limited quantities. This term is best associated with Nike shoes.

 

Jordan Brand - JB - A shoe line based around Michael Jordan. Shoes part of the line are also associated with the Air Jordan trademark.

 

Defining Moments Package - DMP - A package which consisted of an Air Jordan XI and Air Jordan VI, the release celebrated two pivotal points in Michael Jordans career. The package was limited and is a highly sought after item.

 

Heat - Hard to find shoe models that are no longer available in retail stores.

 

B-Grade - A shoe with flaws that and usually is considered a "knock-off".

 

Beater - A shoe that is worn on a daily basis without care.

 

Retro - A shoe that is re-released and molded to the specification of the original model.

 

Breds - A Jordan shoe with a black and red colorway.

 

Hypebeast - A person who takes the street wear culture up a notch and wears some of the most expensive and sought after items available.

 

Roman Numerals I, IV, XI's etc. - refers to the actul jordan shoe released according to the corresponding numeral. ex. (Air Jordan 1's)

                                                                        

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