.. It's "right up there". The 'Concord' is iconic, the 'Bred' is timeless— but this 'Purple Rain' has a unique, bold personality. It doesn't feel like a safe color choice, & I love that. The execution, from the purple Jumpman to the icy sole, is cohesive. It stands out in my collection for sure. My final, "real" take? I "personally" love this "Air Jordan 11 'Purple Rain'". It’s a "fun", daring twist on a legend. The craftsmanship is there, the comfort is proven. It gets a ""yes"" from me — but "only" if this purple speaks to your personal style. Don't buy it just for the hype; buy it because you "genuinely" dig the color. Now, a potential "con" for some: the patent leather. We all know it's gonna crease. It's part of the game with any Air Jordan 11. If you're someone who can't stand seeing a fold in that shiny material, maybe stick to suede or nubuck models. Also, the purple is bold! This isn't a subtle, wear-with-anything gray shoe. You gotta plan your fit around these. Now, a potential con for some: that bold ‘Purple Rain’ color. It's not the most versatile shoe in your rotation. You really have to plan your outfit around it. If you only wear neutral tones, this might not be for you. Also, creasing on the patent leather is inevitable – just part of the game with 11s.