Dior air jordan 1 : Final thoughts? Opening this box was an "experience" [3b3vfhvv]

From the packaging to the shoe itself, everything screams luxury. Wearing them feels special, "no doubt". But I have to separate the "hype" from the reality. The reality is an exquisitely made Jordan 1 with a legendary collab status and a price that matches. Would I recommend it? Only if you fully understand what you're buying into. My final take? It lives up to the hype in terms of quality and design. Holding it, you understand the significance. But — and this is a big but — its value is largely symbolic. As a sneaker to "wear"? It's incredible, but the fear of creasing that perfect leather is real! Comparing it directly to a standard "Air Jordan 1" High is wild. The Dior version is narrower, the leather doesn't crease the same way, and the overall "feel" is rigid. You're getting Dior's atelier quality, which is the biggest pro. The potential deal-breaker? The $2,000 USD retail (and way more on resale) is just for the bragging rights and materials – performance is the same. You're buying into the legend, not a better-performing shoe. Alright, let's get into this. Unboxing the "dior air jordan 1" is an event. The packaging alone sets the tone – it's heavy, it's premium. The shoe itself? That grey and white Dior Oblique monogram is just… clean. "Instantly", you see the difference in materials compared to a standard Jordan 1. The Italian leather feels substantial. First impression? This is a piece of fashion history, but let’s see how it "actually" feels on foot.

• Shown: Military Black
• Style: AV2187-160