The leather feels surprisingly decent for a $180 USD retro – it's got a nice grain. The Jordan series never misses with a simple, powerful colorway like this. Honestly, it's a statement piece straight out of the box. On foot, though... wow. This "Air Jordan 1 Red" colorway pops. It's a statement piece. The red contrasts so well with jeans or neutral pants. For simple, classic sneaker fits, this version just works incredibly well. The silhouette does all the talking. So, who’s this for? The "Air Jordan 1 Red" is for the "sneakerhead" who values history, and the "casual" wearer who wants one "great-looking", go-to shoe. It’s "not" for the performance seeker. It’s a lifestyle icon. Opening the box, you get that "special" feeling. On foot, you feel "connected" to sneaker culture. A "classic", plain and simple. The downside, for me, is that it’s "everywhere". This is a super popular colorway, so don't expect to be unique. You will see others wearing it. But there’s a reason for that – it’s a banger of a design. If you don't mind the potential for "shoe twins," then it's all good. It's popular for a reason.
