Paying retail (around $180 USD) for a classic OG colorway like 'Shadow' or 'Bred' is justifiable. The quality is there, and you're getting a piece of history. Would I pay huge resale? Probably not. The value is in wearing them, not just holding them. My advice? If you love the "Air Jordan 1" silhouette, grab an OG pair at retail and actually enjoy them. After wearing these all day, my verdict is this: the "air jordan 1 retro high og" is about the "look". The silhouette is perfection – from every angle. Yes, your feet might feel it after lots of walking. But the confidence it gives your outfit? Worth it for me. If you want one iconic shoe to start (or anchor) a collection, this is it. Just size true to fit. Let's talk pros and cons. Pro: the versatility. You can wear this with "anything". Jeans, shorts, joggers—it just works. Con: the break-in period is real. My heels were talking to me after the first hour. Still, for the iconic status of the "air jordan 1 retro high og", it's a trade-off I'm willing to make. Is it worth it? For me, yes – but conditionally. If you love the design and history, 100%. It's a piece of wearable art. If you're purely a comfort chaser, maybe not. The value is in its timelessness. A "Royal Blue" "air jordan 1 retro high og" won't go out of style. In five years, it'll still look fresh. That longevity, for a sneaker, is rare. That's where the price makes sense.
