The leather is standard GR quality—it’s fine. The real win is the color. It pops in natural light! On the downside? That ankle collar can be stiff initially. For $180, it's a fair entry into the Jordan series. I'd recommend it to someone building their first sneaker rotation. Let's talk pros. The biggest advantage? Timeless style, 100%. This shoe goes with almost anything. The build quality on my pair is great — no glue stains or messy stitching. For around $200, it's a staple. That "Air Jordan 1" profile is just... legendary. You're getting a piece of sneaker history you can actually wear daily. Let's talk pros. The biggest advantage? Timeless style. This "blue Air Jordan 1" just won't go out of fashion. The build is durable - it'll crease, but it'll last. Another pro? The versatility I mentioned; it's a true wardrobe workhorse. For $190, you're investing in a piece of sneaker history that you can actually wear all the time. It’s not a "keep on ice" kind of shoe. If you want a classic silhouette with a fresh yet timeless color, this checks a lot of boxes. On-camera, this "Blue" shade really pops—way more than in the stock photos. The contrast with the white mid-panel and black Swoosh? "Chef's kiss". It's a perfect, classic Jordan 1 colorway. Downside? That stiff ankle collar might bother some. If you want a plush, modern sneaker, this ain't it. But for a style staple? 100% worth it.