Similar to the original Air Jordan 4 Retro Lightning, the 2021 Grade School edition features a mid-top with a bright yellow nubuck upper. The yellow nubuck upper boasts black molded eyelets and matching black netting. In addition to its impressive mid-top, the Air Jordan 4 Retro Lightning 2021 GS also features a molded Jumpman logo as well as dark grey accents on its wings, a white foam midsole, and a grey rubber outsole.