The patent leather shine is insane under good lighting. Comfort-wise, it's the same reliable AJ11 formula—good support, decent cushion. A big plus is the quality; the materials feel solid for the price. A minor downside? That beautiful purple might show scuffs more easily. Overall, if you want a grail-level colorway in the Jordan 11 line, this is it. So how do they feel? Honestly, great. The Air-Sole unit gives that familiar, responsive cushioning. The shoe isn’t super heavy either. My favorite part? How the light hits that shiny purple leather. It's a premium-looking shoe. At $225 USD, it's an investment, but for a standout piece in the Jordan lineup? I think it's justified if this is your style. Who should "skip" these? If you're on a tight budget, $225 is a lot for a casual shoe. Also, if your style is very muted or you only wear neutral tones, this vibrant purple might be hard to incorporate. And, of course, if you're rough on your kicks and hate creasing, the patent leather will stress you out. It's a display-and-occasional-wear kind of shoe. Alright, so the "Air Jordan 11 'Purple Rain'" is here. First "impression"? That purple is "crazy" vibrant in-hand. The patent leather "mudguard" has this deep, almost-black sheen that "pops" against the lighter mesh. For $225, the build feels "solid" — classic Jordan 11 shape is "on point". Definitely a statement piece in the Jordan series.
