Fusing pop culture and sneaker culture will always be a winning combination. Sneakerheads of all ages will always be drawn to sneakers that honour popular artists or classic TV series, thanks to their nostalgic appeal. For example, a “Dexters Lab” Jordan 5 made by Javornie Brathwaite (@jsbthecreator) is becoming increasingly popular on Instagram.
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A Closer Look At The Design
Many sneakerheads are vying for a pair of Brathwaite’s Air Jordan 5, which now has 41.4k (and counting) likes on social media. The design features a white upper and black midsole pairing that perfectly matches Dexter’s lab coat and shoes. The shoes have also been adorned with blue netting on the sides for his glasses, a plush orange interior for his hair, and purple sole highlights to represent his gloves. Finally, “Dexter’s Laboratory” branding is added to the heel to finish off the connection to the Cartoon Network character.
What We Like About The Sneakers
Brathwaite has included significant detail that pays homage to the legendary figure. The colours are even carefully placed to replicate the boy genius’s appearance. It’s clear that a tremendous amount of thought and effort went into designing these sneakers to pull off this playful and nostalgic design. This level of dedication is something that sneaker enthusiasts can truly appreciate and respect.
How To Get A Pair Of “Dexters Lab” Jordan 5s
Watch Brathwaite’s Instagram page for updates on the availability of this custom Jordan 5. The sneaker artist has promised that these will be available soon, so you don’t want to pass up the opportunity to get your hands on them.
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