Air Jordan 5 “Wings” Takes Flight – Is This the Sneaker of the Year?

Jordan Brand will release a new "Wings" design in 2025, returning to the popular Air Jordan 5 silhouette for its 35th anniversary.

Jordan Brand has always been picky about the colourways they put out for the Air Jordan 5 model, which usually means sneakerheads have fewer pairs to choose from each year. But while this selectiveness has been part of the silhouette’s charm, 2025 is expected to change things up with a slew of striking releases to honour the model’s 35th anniversary. One noteworthy colourway that will be released this year sees the Tinker Hatfield-designed silhouette reintroduced to Jordan Brand’s highly anticipated “Wings” series. But will this “Wings” design be able to top its vibrant Air Jordan 5 predecessor?

A Closer Look At The Design

Although the last Air Jordan 5 design for the series, released back in 2018, featured colourful artwork created by children from Chicago’s nonprofit cultural institution Black Pearl, this year’s design seemingly takes a more refined approach.

Sneaker Market Romania reports that the shoe will be made entirely of premium materials with a sophisticated Medium Grey, Black, and Metallic Silver palette to match.

However, given the pictures below are still only speculative mockups, it’s difficult to predict whether these will have more artistic embellishments like their 2018 predecessor or the same sleek, simple style as last year’s premium Jordan 1 “Wings” line. So, be sure to stay tuned for any updates on this promising AJ5 release.

Air Jordan 5 “Wings” Release Details

Currently, it is anticipated that the new “Wings” design will be made accessible through Nike.com and at select Jordan Brand retailers in the fall of 2025. The price and date of release for this pair are still unknown, but it is expected to be offered in women’s exclusive sizes.

As we await further details and images, continue to watch for more drops from the AJ5 2025 collection, which includes pairs like the “Black Metallic Reimagined,” “Wolf Grey”, and A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 5 “Diffused Blue” colourways. And remember to follow us at Sneaker Fortress for more sneaker news and reviews.