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Jordan 5 Retro Fire Red Black Tongue (2025)

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Jordan 5 Retro Fire Red Black Tongue (2025)

Fire Red Black Tongue (2025)

Release date
13 September 2025
Retail price
$215
Material
Leather
SKU
HQ7978-101

The Jordan 5 Retro, first introduced in 1990, has long been a cornerstone of sneaker culture, celebrated for its tactical lace‑lock system, reflective tongue and the unmistakable shark‑tooth mid‑sole that set the template for future performance silhouettes. This 2025 Fire Red Black Tongue iteration revives the classic white‑and‑fire‑red palette while swapping the usual reflective tongue for a bold black one, creating a stark visual contrast that instantly differentiates it from earlier releases. Constructed from premium white leather with a fire‑red midsole and lining, the shoe retains the original’s visible Nike Air cushioning, translucent outsole and the newly reinstated “Nike Air” logo on the heel, marrying heritage details with refined build quality. Its desirability lies in the way the striking colour blocking and the nod to the original 1990 OG combine to offer both collectors and new fans a tangible piece of Jordan history, cementing the Fire Red Black Tongue as a compelling chapter in the model’s enduring legacy.

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