How To Cop the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 Retro Collabs

Angelo Baque and his team at Awake NY are back at it with Jordan Brand, and this time the duo are taking on the iconic Air Jordan 5. This new project comes hot on the heels of the last collaboration on the Air Ship, moving away from the classic Chicago Bulls colours and going for some distinctive new looks.

If you're trying to get your hands on a pair of these, here's everything you need to know about the highly sought after sneakers.

The original "Fire Red" colourway gets a radical new spin here. The special edition Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 OG SP “Bubblegum Pink” stands out with some incredible details. The vibrant pink leather on the upper of the shoe is a definite standout, and you'll find the classic Nike Air logo on the heel. The plastic mesh on the sides is formed into a cursive "A" script, which is one of the most ambitious changes to the shoe since Virgil Abloh's Off White collaborations.

An embroidered red "23" on the left shoe pays tribute to Michael Jordan's jersey number, while "NY" on the right pair celebrates the East Coast city. The reflective silver tongue and sockliner feature a combined Jumpman and Awake logo, highlighting the partnership. The clear lace toggle and padded collar help you get a snug fit. Paying tribute to vintage fighter jets, the speckled red "shark teeth" on the midsole really catch your eye. The visible Max Air unit in the heel offers superb cushioning, and the icy, translucent herringbone sections on the outsole give you excellent traction.

This new Air Jordan 5 uses black leather on the upper with contrasting white stitching that emphasises the shoe's bulky shape. Awake's signature "A" script forms the translucent plastic mesh on the quarter panel, which stands out against the dark background. The embroidered "23" and "NY" decorate the lateral rear sections, working alongside the blue Nike Air branding on the heel. The logo on the reflective silver tongue brings together the Jumpman and the Awake NY label to celebrate the growing partnership.

The translucent lace toggle gives you an adjustable fit, while the padded collar and inner lining provide comfort around your ankles. White speckles animate the blue "shark teeth" on the midsole. An exposed Air unit in the heel gives you ample cushioning. For traction, the outsole has icy herringbone sections at the front and back.

The Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 OG SP Bubblegum Pink will launch on 17th August. Meanwhile, the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 OG SP Black Racer Blue will drop on the same day, 17th August, exclusively with Awake NY, before a wider release on 30th August.

With only 7,000 pairs made, the Bubblegum Pink version is an exclusive to Awake NY. There will be an EQL raffle, both in store and online.

Only 13,000 pairs of the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 OG SP Black Racer Blue will be available. They're dropping on 17th August via Awake NY, with a broader launch at various retailers and on Nike.com on 30th August.

If you miss out on a pair at retail, your next best bet is to check our Marketplace, where you can buy these sneakers from trusted sellers.

There is also an apparel launch happening in store and online on Monday, 18th August.