First impression of the "air jordan 11 cherry"? The red is "so" vibrant in hand – it's not just any red, it's that classic "Cherry" pop. The patent leather cut looks clean, and honestly, the construction feels solid for a retro. At $225 USD, you expect that quality from the "Jordan" series. It's a timeless silhouette that just works. Now, the not-so-perfect part? That patent leather—while gorgeous—can crease. It's just a fact of life with this model. Also, if you're used to modern, ultra-light performance sneakers, the "Air Jordan 11" might feel a bit bulky. It's a "style-first" shoe, not a tech-forward runner. Keep that in mind. Alright, let's get into these — "the" Air Jordan 11 Cherry. First impression out of the box? Clean. The all-white upper with that patent leather mudguard is just a classic AJ11 silhouette. The "Cherry" red hits on the Jumpman and the icy outsole "pop" perfectly. For $225 USD, the initial quality — from the materials to the stitching — feels premium and true to the Jordan series heritage. A very, very solid start. On foot, the silhouette of the Jordan 11 is just iconic. That high-cut collar gives amazing ankle presence - it makes your legs look better, honestly! The 'Cherry' red on the translucent outsole glows in the sun. It's a shoe that looks even better on-foot than in the box, which is saying something for this legendary model.