If you prioritize comfort above all else? This might not be for you. The Air Jordan 1 is famously firm underfoot—it's a mid-80s basketball shoe, after all! It needs a break-in. Also, if you own a ton of blue sneakers, maybe this is redundant. But as a standalone piece? The design and color execution are near flawless. It's simple, and it works. Comparing it to my other Jordan 1s, this ‘Blue’ version sits right there with the classic color-blocking. It doesn't have the story of a ‘Chicago’, but for a clean, wearable colorway, it holds its own. The $180 USD price tag is standard, but it’s a classic you can just wear and enjoy. Alright, let's get into this "Air Jordan 1 Blue"! First off, the box is classic. Unboxing it, that leather smell hits you "immediately". The shade of blue is so clean & vibrant in hand, not too dark, not too light. The build quality? Solid. Stitching looks on point. For $180, this feels like a proper, premium Jordan 1 release right out the gate. Is it worth the hype? For me, yes. Unboxing this pair, that initial hit of the blue color - it's a special feeling. The Jordan 1 High OG shape is just iconic, no two ways about it. While it's not a performance shoe by today's standards, for casual wear and style points, this air jordan 1 blue is very, very hard to beat in my book.
