Air Jordan 5 Concord Arrives in Purple Homage
Jordan Brand's August 2022 release of the Air Jordan 5 "Concord" channels the iconic purple of the Air Jordan 11 without attempting a direct replication. Built on the familiar Fire Red silhouette framework, the shoe pairs a white leather upper with Concord purple accents that define its colorway identity.
By Marcus Chen
A Restrained Nod to the Air Jordan 11
Jordan Brand's cross-model references rarely operate with restraint, yet the Air Jordan 5 "Concord" distinguished itself through subtlety. Rather than forcing an Air Jordan 11 aesthetic onto the AJ5's distinctive silhouette, the design team made a single, purposeful swap: trading the Fire Red 5's signature red hits for Concord purple.
That constraint became the shoe's defining strength. The purple appears where Fire Red traditionally lived—on the Jumpman logo, inner lining, lace lock, and the shark tooth detailing along the collar—but never threatens the Air Jordan 5's architectural identity. The white leather upper, reflective silver tongue, and black eyelets and midsole trim remain untouched, grounding the shoe in its established colorway DNA.
Design Details
The Air Jordan 5 "Concord" maintains structural fidelity to its predecessor while introducing visual contrast through chromatic restraint. A translucent herringbone outsole completes the lower profile, paired with visible Air cushioning in the heel—both technical elements that anchor the shoe to the AJ5's functional legacy.
The color story works precisely because it doesn't overextend. Concord purple, borrowed from the Air Jordan 11's celebrated 1996 debut, functions as an accent rather than a dominant force. This hierarchy prevents the shoe from feeling derivative or confused about its true lineage.
Release and Market Status
The Air Jordan 5 "Concord" launched in August 2022 at a $200 retail price point. Initial stock moved through wholesale channels quickly, and the shoe has largely cleared from primary retail. Secondary market resale platforms currently hold inventory for collectors and late-stage buyers seeking pairs, though pricing naturally reflects demand above the original $200 ask.
FAQs
When did the Air Jordan 5 Concord release? The Air Jordan 5 "Concord" released on August 6, 2022.
What was the retail price? The shoe carried a $200 retail price at launch.
Where can I buy the Air Jordan 5 Concord now? Primary retail partners have sold through their inventory. Pairs are available through resale platforms such as [StockX](https://stockx.pvxt.net/c/244475/530344/9060?u=https%3A%2F%2Fstockx.com), though they command premiums above the original retail price.
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Release Info
Product: Air Jordan 5 "Concord"
Style Code: DD0587-141
Colorway: White/Dark Concord-Black
Release Date: August 6, 2022
Original Retail: $200
Current Availability: Resale (primary retail sold out)
Where to Buy: StockX and other secondary marketplaces
