Jordan 5 Retro Grape (2025) (GS)

Jordan 5 Retro Grape (2025) — Grade School

The Air Jordan 5 "Grape" is one of the most storied colorways in Jordan Brand history. First released in 1990 as part of the Air Jordan 5's original lineup, the Grape palette stood apart as the only non-Chicago Bulls colorway among the inaugural four, pairing a white leather upper with Grape Ice purple and New Emerald green accents. Its cultural footprint grew off the court — appearing on Michael Jordan on a Wheaties box and famously on Will Smith's feet throughout The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. After retro releases in 2006 and 2013, the 2025 edition marks the first true OG-faithful return of the colorway in over a decade.

Designed by Tinker Hatfield, the Air Jordan 5 drew inspiration from WWII fighter jets — specifically the P-51 Mustang — giving rise to its signature shark-tooth midsole detailing, translucent TPU side netting, and reflective tongue. On this GS build, a white leather upper is anchored by a purple foam midsole with New Emerald shark-tooth accents, a teal-embroidered Jumpman on the tongue, Nike Air heel branding, and an icy translucent rubber outsole. A visible Air unit in the heel and a lace-lock system round out the construction.

Details

• Style Code: HQ7980-100
• Colorway: White / New Emerald / Grape Ice / Black
• Release Date: June 21, 2025
• Silhouette: Air Jordan 5 Retro
• Sizing: Grade School (GS)
• Upper: White leather with translucent TPU side netting
• Midsole: Purple foam with New Emerald shark-tooth accents and visible Nike Air heel unit
• Outsole: Icy translucent rubber
• Notable Details: Reflective tongue, teal Jumpman embroidery, Nike Air heel branding, lace-lock system