Air Jordan 1 Mid Christmas is a retro basketball construction. The original Air Jordan 1 design used ankle support, leather overlays and a firm traction base. Lower versions later translated that language into a more casual profile. Flat laces close the construction. Traction comes from a rubber base, while Nike Air cushioning supports the foam. A padded collar surrounds the ankle. With foam cushioning and firm traction, the model offers balanced ground contact through longer periods of everyday wear.