Jordan 3 Retro 5Lab3 Black

The Air Jordan "Lab Series" was created to tell stories of multiple Air Jordan models in a unique way and the reflective upper of Air Jordan III "5Lab3" in black is one of the cleanest of the Lab Series. This shoe reinvents the timeless AJ3 silhouette with a design that is almost entirely reflective. The black upper, except for the stitching, Jumpman logo and lace holes, is all reflective, making it one of the most Instagram-worthy retro Jordans of 2014. Beneath the reflective upper, a black midsole and icy blue translucent outsole add extra flashiness. While Michael Jordan never wore this colorway, the reflective elements celebrate Tinker Hatfield’s Jordan 5 design and connect the old and new for sneaker enthusiasts. Although there is always initial skepticism from purists of Air Jordan collectors towards non-OG colorways, the black 5Lab3 Jordan 3 was too appealing for that attitude to persist. By the time the Air Jordan III 5Lab3 released, it had sold out within days.