Originally released in 1988, the Air Jordan 3 was designed by Tinker Hatfield and introduced several groundbreaking features, including the Jumpman logo and visible Air cushioning. The sneaker was also significant for being the first Air Jordan to feature the elephant print, a design element inspired by African art. The Air Jordan 3 Retro has since been re-released in various colorways and collaborations, including the highly sought-after "Black Cement" and "White Cement" versions.