You always forget how perfect the proportions are until you see it again. This specific "Air Jordan 1 Retro" has a great leather grain. Is it worth the current resale or retail? For a core colorway, I'd say yes - it's a foundation shoe. It's not an "innovation" purchase, it's a "culture" purchase. Let's talk materials. This 'Taxi' colorway uses smooth leather. It's "fine" - not buttery soft, but it looks good new. Over time, it'll crease in a classic way. For a "$170 USD" shoe, you might expect a bit more. The advantage? That simple construction makes them pretty durable for casual wear. It's a trade-off. Alright, let's get into these. The moment I pulled these Air Jordan 1 Retro 'Chicago Reimagined' out of the box, I was "seriously" impressed. The leather quality? It's a different, more supple grade than the older releases. That classic silhouette is just "chef's kiss". At around $180 USD, the presentation alone feels premium. My first impression? A solid modern take on a legend. Sliding these on... yeah, you feel the history. The ankle collar gives great support, a signature of the "Jordan ʕ•́ᴥ•̀ʔっ" series. Compared to, say, a Jordan 11? It's much stiffer. The advantage is durability and that crisp look. Disadvantage? It's not for performance basketball or all-day walking, in my honest opinion.
