The Air Jordan 3 5Lab3 “Black Reflective” stands as one of the most experimental entries in Jordan Brand’s archive. Originally released in May 2014, it arrived during the short-lived but influential Jordan LAB series.

Instead of leaning on traditional color blocking, this Air Jordan 3 5Lab3 focused entirely on construction. The upper is wrapped in the Jordan 5’s signature 3M reflective material, giving the shoe a stealth appearance that transforms under light. In motion, the all-black finish reveals its depth, creating contrast without added color.

Classic Air Jordan 3 tooling keeps the design grounded. The Air-infused midsole remains unchanged, preserving comfort and shape from the original silhouette. Underfoot, an icy blue translucent outsole adds subtle separation and reinforces the LAB series’ futuristic intent.

Within the Jordan LAB lineup, the 5Lab3 remains one of the boldest cross-model executions. It pushed material experimentation further than most releases of its era, favoring concept over mass appeal. That choice has aged well, especially as reflective details continue trending in modern footwear.

The Air Jordan 3 5Lab3 “Black Reflective” is not expected to return through Jordan Brand. For collectors and longtime fans, pairs are still available through resale platforms like StockX.

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