Little Flex, Epic LooksFrom the moment they hit the court, these Jordan Toddler Boys' Retro 11's became an instant hit. If not for the simple, clean, and almost formal silhouette they created, then definitely for the use of patent leather in the upper. It turns out that Tinker Hatfield received a request from MJ personally to have a pair of Jordans he could wear with a formal suit. Cut to sometime later, Jordan had these on his feet, racking up points on the court and hitting the red carpet in the same pair of shoes.Built to Impress and PerformIt turns out that the patent leather on the upper was not solely cosmetic — the tight grip of the material helped keep MJ's foot in place when cutting corners, trimming down slippage. From there, it was a matter of making the same classic midsole that always seems to improve with every AJ number, then mate it with an outsole that can handle all that movement. Jordan Toddler Boys' Retro 11 Features: Ballistic mesh upper with patent leather toe box for grip and breathability. Soft foam midsole makes for lightweight and flexible cushion. Bands across feet for all-day no-slip grip. Easy slip-on design makes it easy to put on. Durable rubber outsole for long life.