Man, oh man, where do I even begin with these Black Cement 3s? These kicks are more than just shoes; they’re a statement, a piece of history, a work of art on your feet. I remember like it was yesterday, hearing the buzz about the 2018 release, and I knew I had to get my hands on a pair. These had been on my radar for years and I knew they sold out in the blink of an eye, so I was ready to go to war for them.
It was a Saturday morning, November 23rd. I woke up early, heart racing like I was about to run a marathon, I had multiple devices ready, each logged into a different online store, I was not playing. I was refreshing those pages like a madman. Then, 10 a.m. EST hit, and the battle began. It was pure chaos. Sites were crashing, and my internet decide to be slower than ever, but I kept at it, clicking and refreshing like my life depended on it.
- First attempt, I got a pair in my cart on the SNKRS app, but then… bam! Error message. Kicked out.
- Second try, another site had them, and I went through the whole checkout process, only to be told they were out of stock at the last step. Talk about a punch to the gut.
I was starting to lose hope, feeling defeated, ready to throw in the towel. But then, on a third retailer’s site, after what felt like an eternity, I saw those glorious words: “Your order has been placed.” I couldn’t believe it. I actually did it. It felt like winning the lottery, seriously. I celebrated with a very enthusiastic dance around my apartment, ignoring the strange looks from my cat.
When they finally arrived, it was like Christmas morning. I opened that box with such care, and there they were, in all their glory. That black leather, the cement grey accents, the elephant print… pure perfection. I put them on immediately and felt like I could fly.
I’ve worn these beauties countless times since then, and every time I do, I feel like I’m walking on clouds. I make sure to take good care of them to keep them looking fresh. They’ve been to parties, on trips, even just to the grocery store. They make every outfit look ten times better, no joke. They’re comfortable as hell, too, which is a huge plus. I can wear them all day and my feet are still happy.
These Black Cement 3s aren’t just shoes to me; they’re a reminder of that crazy morning I spent battling the internet to get them. They’re a symbol of my love for sneakers and the culture around them. And honestly, they just make me feel damn good whenever I wear them.
I know they made a ton of pairs, like over 400,000. Some folks say that makes them less valuable, but to me, they’re priceless. I get that if these become super limited in the future, their price might go up, but I’m not in it for the money. I’m in it for the love of the game.
So, yeah, that’s my story with the Black Cement 3s. It was a wild ride getting them, but it was totally worth it. These shoes are a classic for a reason, and I’m just happy to have them in my collection. They’re a part of my story now, and I’ll keep rocking them for years to come.
