The Air Jordan 5 “Quai 54” might just be one of Jordan Brand’s most genuine tributes to streetball culture around the world. Originally dropped in July of 2021, this pair pays homage to Paris’ iconic streetball tournament held each summer, Quai 54. As much a celebration of basketball as it is music and fashion, Quai 54 itself is identity-first. Rather than building hype into the narrative, Jordan Brand let the shoe speak for itself through storytelling and craftsmanship.
We see this start with the Quai 54’s upper which comes molded in pristine white leather juxtaposed against red TPU eyelets and translucent netting on the quarter panel. Through that mesh, a cropped Quai 54 logo appears on the lateral side, adding depth without overwhelming the shape. The reflective silver tongue features a red Jumpman, while the woven heel tag doubles down with tournament branding.
What elevates this Air Jordan 5 release is the abstract pattern across the interior lining and black laces. The motif draws inspiration from Paris’ African community, reinforcing the tournament’s roots in multicultural streetball energy. It feels deliberate, not decorative, and gives the sneaker a stronger identity than typical seasonal colorways.
The red translucent outsole completes the look with repeating Quai 54 branding. Compared to standard Jordan 5 releases, this pair carries more narrative weight and sharper contrast. It remains one of the cleaner special-edition Jordan 5 colorways tied to international basketball culture.
The Air Jordan 5 “Quai 54” released in July 2021 and is available now through resale platforms like StockX.
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Air Jordan 5 “Quai 54”
Color: White/University Red-Black
Style Code: DJ7903-106
Release Date: July 10, 2021
Price: $220
