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I love a white and red sneaker. That's a basic concept that the Air Jordan 11 'Cherry' covers, but this one is so much more than just a white and red sneaker. The Cherry 11s are the kind of shoe that makes a statement – especially when they're clean and well kept. The pair I have no longer fits that description. Prices aren't too wild on the resell market, so it might be time to re-up. Let's talk sneakers.

Key Facts at a Glance

Feature Details

Full Name

Air Jordan 11 Retro "Cherry" / "Varsity Red"

Style Code

CT8012-116

Colorway

White/Varsity Red/Black

Original Release

December 10, 2022

Retail Price

$225 USD (men's)

Key Features

White mesh upper, cherry red patent mudguard, icy translucent outsole, full-length Air

Status (2026)

Resale only

Where Can You Buy the Air Jordan 11 'Cherry'?

StockX has them with prices ranging from $270 to $1,416 for a size 17. I feel sorry for that big-footed fella. You'll likely be under $350 no matter what size you need. GOAT runs in a similar range and is worth checking alongside StockX for the best price in your size. No restock is on the 2026 calendar, so the secondary market is the only path right now.

What Makes This Colorway Stand Out?

The patent leather does something special with the varsity red. This color was made for the AJ11. The cherry red mudguard against the white ballistic mesh is the kind of contrast that the AJ11 silhouette was built to carry — no other model wears patent leather quite like it. What makes the Cherry especially significant is that it's the high-top version fans waited over 20 years for, finally delivering what the 2001 low-top "Varsity Red" started.

Should You Buy the Air Jordan 11 'Cherry'?

By all means. If you only have one white-and-red sneaker in the closet, you can't go wrong if it's the Cherry 11s. At under $350 for most sizes, this is one of the more accessible AJ11 resale buys on the market right now — especially with the Space Jam dropping in December and commanding far more attention and money. The Cherry is the move for anyone who wants AJ11 heat without the AJ11 premium price tag.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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