Air 5 Retro "White Metallic"
Taking a classic and flipping it sounds simple, but getting it right? That's the hard part.
The “White Metallic” takes the attitude of one of the most recognised AJ5 designs and switches the whole vibe. First introduced in 2000, this Retro+ release traded darker tones for crisp white leather, Metallic Silver details and that icy outsole finish, creating a pair that built its own legacy.
That’s the thing about a good colourway. It doesn’t always need a wild story behind it, sometimes the materials, shape and details do enough talking on their own.
Of course, all the AJ5 signatures sit exactly where they should. Tinker Hatfield’s fighter jet-inspired lines, reflective tongue and visible Air cushioning keep the original energy alive, while Air branding on the heel brings it closer to the pairs collectors remember.
A different side of the AJ5 story, but every bit as important.
- Air 5 Retro “White Metallic”
- Leather and textile upper
- Metallic Silver details
- Reflective tongue
- Visible Air cushioning
- Lightweight foam midsole
- Air heel branding
- Translucent rubber outsole