Air Jordan 4 GS 'Sweet Beet': sizing, fit and style

An Air Jordan 4 in beet red, with a black denim collar and different-colored insoles on each foot? The Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' (style code IO2829-600) is one of those silhouettes that needs no explanation in the photo: you can spot it from across the street. It dropped on July 2, 2026 as an exclusive release in kids' and youth sizing, and it's by far the most colorful AJ4 of the year.

The Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' is a youth version of the Tinker Hatfield classic in a Sweet Beet / Desert Pink / Off Noir / Chalk palette: berry-toned body, pink mesh and side wings, black denim collar and tongue, and colored eyelets. It matters because it pairs the 1989 blueprint with materials and contrasts never seen on the model before.

Side view of the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' in beet red with pink mesh, perforated side wings and black denim collar — Profile of the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet': berry body, pink mesh and visible Air unit in the heel.

What the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' is and why it turns so many heads

The Air Jordan 4 dropped in February 1989 as Tinker Hatfield's second design for the line, and it's the pair Michael Jordan wore when he hit The Shot against the Cavaliers. That DNA is intact here: perforated plastic side wings for the laces, mesh windows on the midfoot and a visible Air unit in the heel.

The difference is in the finish. Instead of the usual smooth leather, this pair plays with brush-off leather and denim-style fabric on the collar and tongue, a texture that breaks with the classic read of the model and really stands out in person: the black denim soaks up the light while the pink mesh bounces it back.

Colorway breakdown: Sweet Beet, Desert Pink, Off Noir and Chalk

The official palette brings together four tones, and none of them is there by chance. The berry (Sweet Beet) anchors the upper, Desert Pink takes over the mesh and side wings, Off Noir shows up on the denim collar and Chalk lightens the midsole.

Colored eyelets: they mix blue and red, a nod you rarely see on an AJ4.
Mismatched insoles: the right one is blue and the left one is red.
Wings hangtag: the hangtag with the wings logo comes included in the box.
Denim collar and tongue: a matte texture that contrasts with the shine of the pink.
Max Air in the heel: the visible bag that has defined the silhouette since 1989.

That level of detail is what makes opening the box feel like a small event, and it's also why the larger sizes in the GS range are the first to sell out on the most eye-catching pairs.

Sweet Beet or "She's A Star"? The name mix-up

You'll see the same pair under two names. Nike officially lists it as Air Jordan 4 Retro "She's A Star", while the sneaker community and most media dubbed it "Sweet Beet", after the main color of style code IO2829-600. They're exactly the same model: search for either term and you'll land on the same sneaker.

You can check for yourself on the product page with all available sizes at Next Step.

How do Air Jordan 4 GS fit? Quick fit guide

The consensus among stores and sizing guides is clear: the Air Jordan 4 runs true to size. The only recurring warning is the toe box, a bit narrower than on other silhouettes from the brand, so if you have wide feet or you're coming from roomier sneakers, going half a size up will give you some room.

From GS size to adult size

The standard conversion is one size down: a US Women's 6 equals a 5Y in the grade school range. It's the trick half the sneaker community uses to get colorways like this one, released only in grade school, preschool and toddler sizing.

Before you decide, measure your foot in centimeters and check it against the size guide: on a model with stiff side wings, that half centimeter makes a difference.

How to style the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet'

With this much color on your feet, the rule is to let the sneaker lead. Dark neutrals top and bottom: black, charcoal gray, indigo denim. The pair's denim collar makes a full denim look work better than it sounds on paper.

If you want to tie the rest together, a minimal pink touch —a cap, a pair of socks— picks up the Desert Pink without competing with it. What you should avoid is adding a second wine tone to the outfit: the berry loses its punch when it's repeated.

Wide-leg pants with a hem sitting just above the collar work especially well because they show off the mesh window and the side wing, which is where all the charm of the design lies.

Buy the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' at Next Step

As a general release in youth sizing, stock moves unevenly depending on the size. At Next Step you'll find this pair 100% new and authentic, with 14-day returns (calendar days from delivery) and fast shipping to Spain and all of Europe.

Check out the current availability of the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' and lock in your size before the larger ones sell out. If you want to explore more silhouettes, our full Jordan collection is just a click away.

Frequently asked questions

How does the Air Jordan 4 Retro GS 'Sweet Beet' fit? +

The Air Jordan 4 fits true to size, so the usual move is to order your regular size. The only caveat is the toe box, a bit narrower than on other models from the brand: if you have wide feet or prefer extra room, go up half a size. Measure your foot in centimeters to confirm.

How does GS sizing convert to adult sizing? +

The standard conversion is one size down: a US Women's 6 corresponds to a 5Y in the grade school range. It's the usual reference for getting colorways released only in youth sizing, like this one. Even so, always check the centimeters against the size guide before ordering.

Why is this model also called "She's A Star"? +

They're the same pair. Nike officially lists it as Air Jordan 4 Retro "She's A Star", while the sneaker community and media popularized it as "Sweet Beet", taking the name of the main color of style code IO2829-600. Both terms point to the same sneaker and the same product code.

What makes it different from other Air Jordan 4s? +

Three things: the black denim-style fabric on the collar and tongue, the eyelets mixing blue and red, and the mismatched insoles —blue on the right foot, red on the left—. No classic AJ4 had ever combined these elements, and together with the berry tone of the upper they give a far more colorful take on the 1989 silhouette.

What clothes go with the Air Jordan 4 Sweet Beet? +

Dark neutrals: black, charcoal gray and indigo denim let the beet red and pink do the work. The pair's denim collar makes a full denim look come together effortlessly. Avoid adding a second wine tone to the outfit and go for a minimal pink touch, like socks or a cap.