When Common Projects hit the scene in 2004, it transformed the luxury footwear market. While best known for its flagship model, the Achilles, the brand quickly diversified, and following its rapid success introduced a slew of options including the vastly underrated BBall Hi. While the Achilles is a made in Italy riff on adidas’ Stan Smith, its basketball shoe is clear take on the original 1985 Jordan 1. Stripped of any branding or unnecessary paneling—apart from the trademark gold branding on the heel—the BBall Hi comes in luxe leather or suede sitting atop Common Projects’ beloved leather sole. While clearly not intended to hoop in, the BBall Hi captures the sense of luxury and craftsmanship that was a sticking point of early Jordan releases—and why those vintage models are still so coveted today. Clearly designed for those with a strong sense of nostalgia, the BBall Hi is often overlooked, but for serious sneaker fans its quality and construction cannot be beat.

While Common Projects BBall Hi is clearly inspired by the Jordan 1, Hender Scheme’s Ryo Kashiwazaki takes things a step further. Designer of one of the most beloved sneaker companies in Japan, his label produces footwear as labor intensive as it is beautiful, going to astounding lengths to create unique and innovative designers. The most celebrated line in the Hender Scheme arsenal is undoubtedly the MIP (Manual Industrial Product) series, 1:1 replicas of iconic sneakers made entirely by hand from natural vegetable-tanned leather. Naturally, there’s a Jordan in the mix. Based on arguably the most fashionable Jordan ever made, the Jordan IV, the Hender Scheme MIP-10 replicates every aspect of the original in stunning detail. Yet, while IVs are prone to breaking—particularly the Air bubble and the lace locks —Hender Scheme’s are quite literally designed to age beautifully. Since the leather is entirely natural, as you wear the shoe it develops a beautiful and unique patina, impossible to replicate and entirely personal. While they come at a cost, the MIP-10 is one of the most honest expressions of Jordan admiration out there.

Virgil Abloh’s sneaker admiration is well documented. The man responsible for the most successful footwear collaboration of the last two years—and arguably this decade—”The Ten,” Abloh has designed his fair share of notable sneakers. More than simply design sneakers, Abloh himself regularly wears rare and limited edition Nikes and Jordans alongside his contemporary luxury creations, a direct reflection of both his aesthetic and how men are dressing as a whole. Clearly a Jordan fan considering he designed three different pairs, elements of Jordan brand have inevitably bled into both his own line Off-White and his collections at Louis Vuitton, where he was named men’s artistic director last year. For their part, Off-White sneakers—most notably the 3.0 Off-Court—are clearly inspired by the Jordan 1 and II. The high-top sneakers panelling, logo placement and above all the wings are clearly Jordan-influenced. While more subdued, Abloh’s flagship Louis Vuittion sneaker, the 408 Trainer, similarly boasts serious Jordan references, from lower lace locks reminiscent of the IV to a sole design seemingly lifted from a Jordan III. Considering Abloh’s entire aesthetic is based off making small adjustments to noted classics in order to reconfigure the whole, it is no surprise that Jordan’s play such a pivotal part in his approach to footwear. For those who are already a fan of Abloh’s, his mainline sneakers are worthy of just as much admiration as his beloved “Ten.”

Jerry Lorenzo’s Fear of God has always presented itself as true “American Luxury.” To that effect, Lorenzo’s designs consistently riff on American classics, which of course includes Jordans. Simply called the “Basketball Sneaker,” Fear of God’s flagship model is dually inspired by 1985 Jordan 1s and LA Gear sneakers, both wildly popular in Lorenzo’s native LA throughout his childhood. Like all things Fear of God however, the sneakers are first and foremost a high-fashion item, boasting a custom sole unit and entirely made in Italy. While Lorenzo continues to introduce new footwear silhouettes as well as his own signature Nikes, the original Basketball shoe is most emblematic of what his label does best—infuse Americon icons with a much needed dose of modernity and craftsmanship. For the most up to date take on the Jordan silhouette, Fear of God’s Basketball sneaker is a safe bet and Lorenzo’s every growing army of devotees can’t get enough.

While many are inspired by the Swoosh, few blatantly rip them off. Yet, that’s exactly what Rick Owens did when he designed the “Dunk.” The first iteration of the Geobasket, the Rick Owens “Dunk” debuted as part of the 2006 “Dustulator” men’s collection. Designed to look like a “monster truck for your feet,” the sneaker was Owens’ take on how mens sneakers should look given his ultra-specific aesthetic. While they were both a critical and commercial success, the swoosh-esque check on the medial sole was simply too similar for Nike’s liking and the sportswear giant sent Owens a cease and desist after just three seasons. Although Owens redesigned the sneaker creating the Geobasket as it stands today, as with any sneaker no longer in production, hype hit a fever pitch. While Jordans and Rick Owens footwear may seem diametrically opposed, the combination of Owens aesthetic and the clear reference to the Dunk—itself the basis for the Jordan 1—make these a true Grail and one of the most beloved sneakers in the Grailed community. For those looking for a high-fashion Jordan with street credibility and an illustrious history to boot, you would be hard pressed to find a better pair of sneakers than the Rick Owens “Dunks.” Buyers beware, they are increasingly rare and come at a cost.