Air Jordan 5 Retro "What The"

The Air Jordan 5 “What the” honors the 30-year anniversary of Michael Jordan’s fifth signature shoe with a medley of colors culled from some of the model’s most popular, non-original looks. Designs like the “Quai 54,” “Green Bean,” “Raging Bull,” and “Bel-Air” are just some of the colorways referenced. Breaking it down by shoe, the left shoe features the “Raging Bull’s” buttery all-red suede upper with “Quai 54” accenting on the shark tooth midsole and tongue. The right shoe displays an all-yellow nubuck build referencing the sought-after "Tokyo T23" colorway, with the “Army Green’s” silver and orange tongue, and the “Bel-Air’s” shark tooth detailing on the midsole. Both shoes feature nods to the “Tokyo T23” and “Shanghai” colorways with emblems from the two releases embroidered on opposite heels. Release date: November 7, 2020.

Key Points:

Fighter Jet Midsole: Features the iconic "shark-tooth" design on the midsole, a tribute to the nose art found on WWII fighter planes.

Quarter Panel Netting: Features plastic mesh window inserts on the side panels for enhanced breathability and a technical look.

Ankle Support & Padding: Known for its "bulky" but comfortable profile, featuring a heavily padded collar and asymmetrical "anatomical" foam to lock the heel in place.

Inner Details: Many models include an upside-down "Air Jordan" patch on the inner tongue—a classic detail from the original 1990 production.

Translucent "Icy" Outsole: The first model in the Jordan franchise to utilize a clear rubber outsole, providing a distinct, premium aesthetic.