Jordan Brand will reissue the Jordan Melo 5.5 in summer 2027. The model originally launched in 2005 as Carmelo Anthony's second signature shoe.
The retro release marks the first time the silhouette returns since its Black Friday debut two decades ago. Jordan Brand confirmed the plans after years of nostalgia-driven releases tied to early signature models.
The 2005 original featured black nubuck uppers with University Blue accents and sold for a price that made it one of the year's popular basketball launches. The 2027 version will carry the colorway Black/Taxi/University Blue/Metallic Silver and retail for $155.
Carmelo Anthony has stayed active with Jordan Brand through appearances and his podcast, keeping his connection to the line visible to fans. The Melo 5.5 followed an early phase where his models blended existing Air Jordan elements before gaining a distinct identity.