The white, grey, and that infrared-ish hit on the eyelets pop without being loud. The lack of the elephant print on the toe is a "major" departure from a standard Jordan 3. Some purists might hate it, but I think it makes this Rare Air version look super sleek and modern. It's a simplified take. Alright, so I just got the rare air jordan 3 in hand. First impression? The shape is actually really nice - that classic elephant print and the overall silhouette are on point. The materials feel decent for the price point, which is around $200 USD. It's a clean, wearable colorway for sure. Not the most exciting, but a solid start. On feet, the design really pops. The lack of the "Nike Air" on the back and the "Rare Air" branding is the whole story. Visually, it's a clean, simplified take on an icon. In natural light, the white leather and grey elephant print look great on camera. It's a shoe that looks better on foot than in the box, which is always a plus for a review. Comparing it directly to my retro Jordan 3s... the difference is in the "materials" and "construction". The retro uses heavier leather and has that encapsulated Air cushioning. This Rare Air Jordan 3 uses simpler materials to hit that lower $150 price point. It's not "worse," just "different". If you want the premium OG feel, get the retro. If you want the look for less, this is it.
