
Jordan
Jordan 5 Retro UNC University Blue
UNC University Blue
- Release date
- 5 March 2023
- Retail price
- $225
- Material
- Suede
- SKU
- DV1310-401
The Air Jordan 5 first landed in 1990, quickly cementing its place as a defining silhouette of Michael Jordan’s early career and a perennial favourite within sneaker culture. This UNC University Blue release drapes the upper in a rich, varsity‑inspired blue suede, complemented by matching blue laces and lace‑lock cage, while a black mid‑sole with subtle white and blue accents frames the translucent outsole. It retains the model’s hallmark features – the reflective 3M‑treated tongue, the shark‑tooth detailing on the side panels, and the original visible Air‑cushioned heel – all executed with the same precision that has kept the 5 relevant for over three decades. The colourway’s homage to Jordan’s alma mater, combined with its premium materials and faithful nod to the original technology, makes it a compelling piece for anyone who values both cultural heritage and understated elegance.