Several different brands, which include Converse, Nike and the Jordan Brand, have released several products in celebration of the World Basketball Festival. Now it's Jay-Z, who's joining forces with Nike to create the 'All Black Everything' collection of Air Force Ones.
The shoes will be donated to the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation by Nike, and will be up on a charity auction which, according to High Snobiety, begins August 12. Out of the five designs, only two pairs will be created. Be sure to check out the gallery for a better view of the collaboration.
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The Nike Air Force 1 and Jay-Z 'All Black Everything' Collection
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