The Whitaker Group (parent company of A Ma Maniere) and Jordan Brand journey continues with another chapter of powerful storytelling. Not only is A Ma Maniere rooted in premium products, they seek out ways to put people before product. We all can attest that the buzz around quality sneakers + streetwear is reverberated across the internet with these specific collaborations, but we find joy in the way the stories are told. They give us focus to the complex experiences that we experience as Black people. Resilience is an element to our legacy, but so is the intentional way that we build community and create empowerment through that unity. Just like we often say at CNK, sneaker tell stories.

The first pair to release is the ‘Dawn’ iteration of the WMNS A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan V. The ‘Dawn’ AJ5 features a grey upper with blue detailing. Signature co-branding hits the tongue and outsole. Coupled with additional lace options, the sneaker insole liner is customized with a monogrammed pattern. The collection also introduces an apparel capsule. Premium pieces, such as an Anorak and Satin bomber jacket, make the cut to add the perfect compliment to your sneakHER style. Check out more snaps below.

“Black identity is not a monolith and the Black experience isn’t uniform. It is our diversity that is our strength, we are unified in more ways than the world wants us to believe. All our previous stories led into this moment, building this first chapter we now bring to a close by opening our arms out to the world to bring us all in, across our communities, the diaspora and the world to celebrate unity and culture - but also the one common experience we all have: being desired for your culture, never being told that you belong, but still showing up to do the work - from dusk til dawn.”

- James Whitner // Whitaker Group Owner and Founder

WHERE CAN WE BUY THE A MA MANIERE X AIR JORDAN V?

There is still time to enter the raffle for the first coveted ‘Dawn’ colorway that will drop on 11/17.

GENERAL RAFFLE: The general online EQL raffle for all to enter, both US & international access, is available at amamaniere.com from 11.6 until 11.14. Entries are limited to 1 per person and confirmed entries do not guarantee access to footwear or apparel.

With a price tag of $225 USD, this pair comes in WMNS sizing and also in Preschool ($100) and Toddler ($85) sizing for the mini me in your life. Tap into our SHOP THE SNEAKS below to solidify your raffle entry.

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Take a moment to watch the ‘Still We Rise’ trailer below. The powerful visuals frame the short film that accompanies the web of storytelling - captivating customers left and right. Inspiration from Maya Angelou and James Baldwin add to the representation of Blackness + the right way to celebrate through the power of words.