The Best Sneakers Releasing in May

While Kobe Bryant dominated March and April releases with the Nike Kobe "Black Mamba" Pack and the "Mamba Day" NIKEiD option, Jordan Brand is a hard hitter this May.

With sneakers like the "Flu Game" XIIs and "Snakeskin" Premium IVs, Jordan Brand is bringing everything from true-to-original retros to high-end luxury quality sneakers. Additionally, three installments of the Air Jordan X "City Series" bring a new take on a classic Air Jordan pack. A variety of Nikes from running, baseball, and soccer also make the list. Adidas also makes the list with the "Pink Beach" Collection, its latest collaboration with Pharrell.

If you're tired of missing out on releases, we've got you covered. Plan next month's pick up now because here are The Best Sneakers Releasing in May. For Air Jordan release dates, check out the complete guide here and stay posted to Complex Sneakers for all other release date information.

Color: Cool Gray/Black/University Red

Style Code: 822675-060

Price: $200

The Nike Kobe 11 Elite "Muse II" features a combination of black, grey, red, and white to create a coloway extremely reminiscent of one of Tinker Hatfield's greatest designs and Kobe Bryant's favorite sneakers – the "Black Cement" Air Jordan III.

Color: FTWR White/FTWR White/Green

Style Code: AQ4917

Price: $105

For Pharrell's latest collaboration with adidas, the "Pink Beach" Collection, island and beach lifestyle is a direct inspiration. While flip flops and sandals dominate footwear on the beach, Pharrell's use of elastic makes for laid back sneakers that go on easily – perfect for an island lifestyle. With a white and green colorway, the Pharrel x adidas Elastic Lace Up is reminiscent of the classic adidas Stan Smith.

Color: Core Black/EQT Blue/Collegiate Red

Style Code: AQ4918

Price: $105

Also a part of the Pharrell x adidas "Pink Beach" Collection is another Elastic Lace Up colorway. Straying away from the Stan Smith-inspired colorway of the other pairs, the "Multicolor" Elastic Lace Up features a combination of bold colors on the upper, black laces, and a brown heel tab.

Color: FTWR White/FTWR White/Green

Style Code: AQ4920

Price: $105

If laces aren't your thing, Pharrell and adidas still got you covered. In addition to the Elastic Lace Up releasing as part of the "Pink Beach" Collection is an Elastic Slip On silhouette releasing in two colors. With elastic on the heel and across the foot, the sneakers go on foot easily and are perfect for an island and beach lifestyle. A white and green Stan Smith-inspired colorway is used on this model, too.

Color: Core Black/EQT Blue/Collegiate Red

Style Code: AQ4921

Price: $105

Another Elastic Slip On makes for the fourth sneaker in the Pharrell Williams x adidas "Pink Beach" Collection. Much like the other pairs in the collection, the elastic on the heel and foot allow them to go on easily. The multicolor striped upper is contrasted by a small black accent on the tongue and brown heel tab.

Color: Wolf Grey/Photo Blue-Obsidian-Green Glow

Style Code: 310805-019

Price: $190

Just in time for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, the Air Jordan X "City Series" makes its second international stop. With blue, green, and yellow accents on the outsole the "Rio" Air Jordan Xs definitely represent Brazil well.

Color: Dark Grey/Black-Blue Glow-Pink Flash

Style Code: 526628-004

Price: $150

Originally released in 2013, the Nike Flyknit Racer "Multicolor" is making a return to retailers — this time with one distinct change. Instead of the standard black tongue the "Multicolor 2016" features a grey tongue.

Color: White/University Blue/Black-Bright Crimson

Style Code: 310805-114

Price: $190

With orange and light blue accents, these aren't your average "Chicago" Air Jordans. Instead of resembling the Chicago Bulls' team colors, the City Series Air Jordan X "Chicago" draws inspiration from the Chicago city flag.

Color: Ocean Fog/Blue Lagoon-Midnight Navy

Style Code: N/A

Price: $190

Hitting retailers the same day as the "Chicago" Air Jordan X is the "LA" colorway — another sneaker part of the City Series. The mostly blue leather sneaker features light blue accents and sits on top of a white midsole and outsole.

Color: Gorge Green/University Red-Black-White

Style Code: 816560-300

Price: $200

Ranked number 17 on The Best Sneakers of 2015 list, the Nike Air Footscape Magista is a solid favorite among collectors and for good reason. Combining the rugged sole of the Footscape and the upper of the Magista, this silhouette comes together to create a sporty and sleek lifestyle soccer sneaker.

Color: White/Black-Varsity Red

Style Code: 832919-101

Price: $160

While Jordan Brand continues to release low-top silhouettes, the "Chicago" Air Jordan II Low makes its first return to retailers in 22 years. OG Jordan 'heads should be really excited for these.

Color: Light Bone/White-Pure Platinum-Wolf Grey

Style Code: N/A

Price: $400

Following the release of the Air Jordan IV Premium "Black Pony Hair," the Air Jordan IV silhouette gets another high-end makeover with this "Snakeskin" colorway.

Color: Varsity Royal/White-Volt-Black

Style Code: 354912-400

Price: $150

Originally released in 1996, the Nike Air Griffey Max 1 was Ken Griffey, Jr.'s first signature sneaker. Making a return for the first time in seven years is the "Varsity Royal/Volt" colorway.

Color: Black/Black-Reflect Silver

Style Code: 831923_001

Price: $225

First debuted at the end of the regular season, the Nike LeBron 13 Elite will be LeBron James' go-to sneaker throughout the Playoffs. The sneakers feature a black Kerim cage upper and 3M accents on the Swoosh.

Color: Black/Varsity Red

Style Code: 130690-002

Price: $190

When Michael Jordan scored 38 points against the Utah Jazz in the 1997 NBA Finals while suffering from the flu, his black and red Air Jordan XIIs became forever linked to his outstanding performance. After a suede retro in 2009, the Air Jordan XII "Flu Game" returns in its true-to-original form.