$95.00
The Question Mid is the reissue and evolution of the first signature basketball shoe of Allen Iverson, originally released in 1996.
Description
Design & Aesthetic
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The design is a mid-cut silhouette, offering ankle collar support combined with a chunky, hall-of-famely classic look.
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Materials often include tumbled full-grain leather (for much of the upper), suede or nubuck overlays (especially on the toe and heel in many colorways).
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The classic “Red Toe”, “Blue Toe”, “Georgetown”, “Yellow Toe”, etc., color blockings are part of the heritage aesthetic.
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Signature elements include the Hexalite cushioning (hexagonal honeycomb structure for comfort/shock absorption), EVA midsole, rubber outsole (often translucent in some colorways), embroidered logos, Allen Iverson’s “3” on the heel, and contrast accents or coloured overlays.
Construction & Performance Features
| Feature | Description |
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| Upper | Leather + suede/nubuck overlays. Some versions include cracked leather or distressed details for a vintage look. |
| Cushioning | Hexalite cushioning plus EVA foam provide moderate comfort. Good for casual wear and light basketball use. |
| Outsole | Rubber, often IPA (ice / translucent) soles in certain colorways; standard rubber in others. Designed for decent grip, though more style/heritage than cutting-edge performance. |
| Support & Fit | Mid-cut for more ankle coverage; lace closure + gillies / lace loops + possibly TPU reinforcement in some overlays. |
Fit & Wearability
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Generally considered to run true to size in length. Size width can feel snug for some, especially in colorways with thicker overlays or suede toes. Noted in several user reviews that break-in may take a bit in the toe/heel areas.
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Comfortable for casual wear, streetwear, walking; for serious basketball (especially outdoor), the durability and performance are okay but not elite. Over time, suede/leather will soften.
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Some colorways come with vintage treatments (e.g. exposed foam, yellowing midsoles/outsoles) giving stylistic aging.
Pricing & Average Cost
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The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for many new Question Mid colorways is around US $140-$150.
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Sale prices or deals bring certain versions down—some listings as low as US $85-$120 depending on colorway, retailer, stock.
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Limited editions, rare colorways, or collaborations can cost more—resale or special releases push well above MSRP.
Use Cases & Styling Tips
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Excellent for everyday wear with streetwear: jeans, tapered trousers, hoodies. Because of its bold color blocking, it often works as a statement shoe.
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Colorways like “Red Toe” or “Blue Toe” are strong throwbacks and pair nicely with neutrals to let the shoe pop.
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With vintage/triple white or color-accented versions, the aged look can be emphasized (yellowed/outsoles, distressed leather), or contrasted with clean cuts/denim.
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Maintenance tips: since suede/nubuck parts are sensitive, use protective sprays; clean leather with gentle wipes; translucent/icy soles can yellow—store away from direct sunlight if you want to preserve clarity.
Additional information
| Color | Black/Blue |
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| Size | 8M/10W |












