Several Jordan Brand NIL players have been seen sporting the brand's new Air Jordan 38 footwear ahead of its August debut. Kiyomi McMiller, a Jordan Brand supporter, presented the "Aqua" shade of the sneaker, which has color-blocking reminiscent of the Air Jordan 8.

The shoe's tongue tab is constructed of chenille and features black embroidery. The solitary unit is oceanic blue and deep violet, with traces of yellow on the tongue trim and X-Plate below.