My Journey with the Jordan 12 Bordeaux
Alright, let’s talk about the Jordan 12 Bordeaux. I remember when these first popped up. That wine color, you know? Different. Wasn’t sure at first, but it grew on me. Took me a while, but I finally decided I needed to grab a pair.
Getting them wasn’t too crazy, not like some other drops back then. I managed to snag a pair online. Felt pretty good, you know, that little rush when the confirmation email hits. When they arrived, I did the whole unboxing thing. That new shoe smell, checking out the suede. Felt real premium, gotta say.
The Plan vs. Reality
My plan was simple: wear them. Not keep ’em on ice like some museum piece. I pictured rocking them out, casual weekends, maybe even to a nice dinner or something. They felt versatile.
But here’s the thing. Around that time, life kinda threw a curveball. Nothing major, just… shifts. Had some unexpected expenses pop up, the kind that make you look at your closet differently. Suddenly, that pair of sneakers sitting there felt less like something to wear and more like, well, stored value.
It reminded me of a phase I went through years ago with collecting something else – old video games. Hunted them down, paid good money, then they just sat on a shelf. Realized I liked the idea of having them more than actually using them. Felt a bit like that creeping in again with the Bordeaux 12s.
What Actually Happened
- First Few Wears: I did wear them out a couple of times. Felt great, got a compliment or two. But I was super careful, you know? Avoiding puddles, watching out for scuffs. Took some of the fun out of it.
- The Shelf Life: Slowly, they spent more time in the box than on my feet. Every time I thought about wearing them, I’d hesitate. What if I messed them up?
- The Decision: Eventually, looking at them just reminded me of the money tied up. That practicality bug bit me hard. It wasn’t even about needing the cash desperately at that point, more the principle.
So, yeah. I ended up selling them. Put them up online, found a buyer pretty quick. Used the money for something practical, can’t even remember what now, probably bills or fixing something around the house. Don’t regret it, honestly. They were nice shoes, beautiful color, quality materials. But for me, at that time, they just turned into something I worried about instead of enjoyed. It’s funny how your relationship with stuff changes, you know?