# Jordan Heads, Get Your Wallets Ready: The A Ma Manière x Air Jordan 5 “Violet Ore” is Coming
Let me start by confessing something – I’ve got a sneaker problem. My wife calls it an addiction, but I prefer to think of it as an “enthusiastic collection.” Either way, my credit card is already sweating at the news I’m about to share with y’all today.
The A Ma Manière x Air Jordan 5 “Violet Ore/Burgundy Crush” is officially dropping on May 14, 2025, and honestly, I haven’t been this excited about a release since I camped outside Foot Locker for the Concords back in 2011 (and subsequently had to explain to my boss why I was “sick” that day).
## What’s the Big Deal?
If you’re wondering why I’m already marking my calendar for a shoe that’s dropping almost a year from now, you clearly haven’t been paying attention to what James Whitner and his A Ma Manière team have been doing with their Jordan collabs. These aren’t just sneakers – they’re wearable art pieces that somehow manage to sell out faster than concert tickets.
The “Violet Ore” AJ5 continues AMM’s tradition of elevating classic silhouettes with luxurious touches. The sneaker features a clean white upper (which, let’s be real, I’ll probably ruin the first time I wear them to a barbecue), with these gorgeous deep burgundy accents that hit differently in person. Trust me, product photos never do these collabs justice.
## The Details That Matter
What’s got me ready to part with $225 of my hard-earned cash? It’s all in the details. The shoe features quilted interiors that remind me of my grandma’s fancy living room furniture – the kind you weren’t allowed to sit on as a kid. There’s also this milky translucent paneling that gives the shoe a premium vibe you just don’t get with standard releases.
I still remember when I got my first pair of Jordan 5s in high school. They were the Fire Reds, and I thought I was the coolest kid in the cafeteria. These AMM 5s take that classic silhouette and add these subtle touches like the drop shadow branding and premium materials that somehow make them feel both nostalgic and completely new at the same time.
## The A Ma Manière Effect
Here’s the thing about A Ma Manière collabs – they’re not just about looking good. Each release tells a story, usually centered around Black excellence and community. I’ve always appreciated how Whitner and his team approach sneaker design with purpose, not just aesthetics.
I visited their Atlanta store a few years back while on a business trip, and let me tell you, it’s an experience. The place feels more like an art gallery than a sneaker shop. I ended up spending way more than I budgeted for (don’t tell my wife), but that’s the power these guys have over sneakerheads like me.
## Will They Be Hard to Get?
Is water wet? Is the sky blue? Will I probably end up rage-typing on Twitter after taking another L on the SNKRS app?
The answer to all of these questions is a resounding YES.
If AMM’s previous collabs are any indication, these will be gone faster than the donuts in the break room on a Monday morning. Their Jordan 3s from a few years back still haunt my dreams – and my StockX search history.
## Worth the Wait?
We’ve got almost a year to save up for these beauties, which is good because at $225 retail, they’re definitely an investment piece. But let’s be honest – if you’re lucky enough to score a pair, they’ll likely be worth double that on the resale market within hours.
I’ve already started dropping hints to my family about my upcoming birthday (which, coincidentally, is nowhere near the May 2025 release date). “You know what would make a great gift? Those violet Jordans dropping next year. Just saying.”
## Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a dedicated collector with shelves of deadstock heat or someone who just appreciates a well-designed sneaker, the A Ma Manière x Air Jordan 5 “Violet Ore” should be on your radar. The combination of that white upper with the violet ore and burgundy accents is going to be a head-turner.
Will I be setting multiple alarms and recruiting friends to try for these on release day? Absolutely. Will I likely end up paying resale prices after striking out on every raffle? Probably. Will it be worth it? Based on AMM’s track record – definitely.
Mark your calendars for May 14, 2025. I’ll see you all in the virtual waiting rooms, nervously refreshing our browsers and praying to the sneaker gods. May the odds be ever in your favor (but slightly more in mine, if that’s cool with everyone).
