How Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole's Black Friday Inspired the Best Sneaker Releases of 2024

This is really great—they release a new collaboration every year. The colors are never repeated and look fantastic. It's also easy to pair with outfits and is durable, resisting dirt and oxidation.lg...More

The latest collaboration between J Balvin and AJ3 features high-quality cowhide leather throughout, which feels incredibly soft to the touch. At first, I thought the premium materials were just a result of the collaboration, but later I learned that AJ3 shoes are always made this way. When I tried them on, I noticed they run a bit large—the toe area had at least half a toe's extra space. However, the heel offers strong support, so walking feels secure. Although the toe area lacks ventilation holes, the overall feel isn't too hot, making them suitable for summer wear. Plus, both the forefoot and heel have air cushions, providing a comfortable in-shoe experience. The almost all-black colorway makes it easy to pair with various outfits. However, my favorite way to wear AJ3 is with shorts and long socks, which is a cool summer look. Any color of a T-shirt works well with this shoe, and the gradient design on the heel definitely turns heads on the street. In addition to the black laces, there's also an orange pair included, but after comparing them, I think the original black ones look better.lg...More