by Tafadzwa Njovana
The Air Jordan 5 has a robust leather upper, drawing inspiration from Mustang fighter jet exteriors. On the midsole, the shoe boasts an instantly recognizable “shark tooth” design, symbolizing power and precision – two things Michael Jordan was known for when he was on the court of play.
Here’s our list of the top 10 best Air Jordan 5 colourways.
A sneaker made popular by The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, the Air Jordan 5 Retro Grape was famously worn by Will Smith on the show. The colorway features a fabulous mix of colours, including icy blue, white, and a bolder grape shade.
The Jordan 5 Retro Off-White Muslin is a stylish and versatile shoe designed by the late, great Virgil Abloh. It is a modern take on the classic Air Jordan 5 “Black Metallic”.
This super-limited sample pair offers a glimpse into an unexplored design direction, showcasing an opulent aesthetic built upon a glossy black leather upper.
The Supreme x Air Jordan 5 “Desert Camo” sneaker is a nod to the iconic fashion and culture of the 1990s. It pays homage to the year Supreme was founded.
Nike and Supreme teamed up for a limited-edition release: the Air Jordan 5 Retro “Black.” This special-edition shoe combined the classic Jordan 5 design with Supreme’s signature style.
Can all the extroverts throw their hands in the air? Jordan Brand unveils a unique tribute to the Air Jordan 5: the “What The?” colourway to mark three decades of iconic design.
The Air Jordan 5 Retro Low “Laney” was released as a homage to Michael Jordan’s alma mater, E.A. Laney High School in Wilmington, North Carolina. This version revisits and, to some extent, reimagines the original 2000 design.
The Air Jordan 5 Retro “Shattered Backboard” presents a fascinating reimagining, marrying the aesthetic of the Air Jordan 1 with the beloved structure of the Air Jordan 5.
Jordan Brand adds a vibrant new chapter to its “Wings” collection, an initiative promoting education and community development for young people, with the launch of the Air Jordan 5 “Wings.”
This is your Drawing inspiration from the legendary red and black flight suits of the 1990s and the much-loved 2009 Air Jordan 5 “Raging Bull,” the “Red Suede” takes the classic silhouette to a new level.