A Brilliant Performer: The Jordan 5 Retro Metallic White 2015
The Air Jordan 5's design was inspired by American World War II fighter planes and is visible through the shark-tooth shaped design on the trainer’s midsole. Other creative elements of the Air Jordan 5 include a translucent icy outsole, adjustable lace lock, visible Nike Air unit, moulded-ankle collar and reflective tongue. The first variations of the trainer came in leather and nubuck. "Nike Air" branding was featured on the back of the shoe's original run, while later retros displayed a Jumpman logo.
History and Timeline of the Air Jordan 5
The Air Jordan 5 is Michael Jordan's fifth signature trainer under the Nike brand. This model was first released in 1990 and designed by Tinker Hatfield, who also created shoes in the company's archive such as the Nike Air Max, Air Trainer and Mag. Hatfield is also credited with designing every signature trainer Michael Jordan played in during his professional career in the NBA since the Air Jordan 3.
The Air Jordan 5 was originally released in four colourways:
- Black-black/metallic silver
- White-grape/emerald
- White-fire red/black
- Black/fire red with Jordan's number 23 stitched on the heel (a player exclusive for the NBA star that never got released in the '90s)
Although it was released on May 4th, 2013, original silhouettes of this shoe date back to 1990. This Grape colourway combination consists of White, New Emerald, Grape, and Ice Blue. Features include a purple tongue with New Emerald accents and a translucent outsole. This Jordan Retro 5 Grape Ice/New Emerald/Black/Clear trainer offers a mostly white leather upper and multiple eyelets around the ankle. A New Emerald Jumpman logo is located on the back of the shoe. This trainer is constructed with leather, nylon, and rubber. Its sole provides maximum comfort, thanks to Nike Air technology.
