In the world of sneaker collecting, few items are as coveted and exclusive as a one-of-one pair made directly for a music legend. That's exactly the case with this incredibly rare Air Jordan 11 "Purple Rain" that was crafted specifically for the late, great Prince.
According to the report, only a single pair of these special Air Jordan 11s was ever produced by Jordan Brand. The shoes feature a luxurious all-purple colorway, with a velvet mudguard and suede upper and tongue construction. The midsole is clean white, while the Jumpman logo at the ankle is done in a metallic silver.
What really sets these shoes apart, though, are the custom details that pay homage to Prince. The insoles feature the Jumpman logo in Prince's iconic typeface, along with imagery of falling rain - a nod to his seminal song "Purple Rain." Sadly, Prince passed away in 2016 at the age of 57, before he ever had the chance to receive this exclusive pair.
Now, the sole existing pair of the Air Jordan 11 "Purple Rain" is up for sale, with the current owner asking a staggering $100,000 for the privilege of adding them to a collection. This astronomical price tag reflects the incredible rarity and significance of these shoes, which were clearly created with the highest level of detail and craftsmanship to honor the Purple One.
For the dedicated Prince or sneaker fan with deep pockets, this could be a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity to own a piece of music and footwear history. Whether or not someone is willing to fork over six figures remains to be seen, but there's no doubt that these Air Jordan 11s are among the most unique and coveted sneakers in the world.
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