Peoples learn something from history
that's why we are discussing here famous sneakers so that they can understand
why giants company sneakers so famous.
Sneakers invented in the 1800s, the century was the first rubber-soled shoes. These were created as a solution for athletes who needed flexible and durable footwear needed now, sneakers are closely related to the sports niche. Indeed, the iconic status of the sneakers was cemented by the iconic moment or image of the sports world.
Nike designs: Nike Air Max
But that story is now overshadowed by hype. As the wave of streetwear spreads around the world, big brands like Prada and Dior have begun to reinterpret classic sneaker styles by adding logos or monograms to some of their favorite sneaker designs.
Revolutionary Nike designs like the Nike
Air Max or Adidas are constantly being relaunched. However, they are often
championed by celebrities and influential people who are younger than shoes.
One thing has not changed with sneakers. It is true that they have the power to
fascinate and inspire people. Here’s a rundown of famous sneaker designs and if
you yourself have become a respected sneaker hobbyist then why not find them in
your collection.
1. Nike Air Force 1
25 Nike shoes sold; you can bet that a large
number of Nike Air Force 1. This is the most famous basketball shoe introduced
in 1982. This is a high-top shoe with the silhouette of Nike's approach hiking
boots. The most revolutionary feature of this shoe is the sole. This is the
first basketball shoe with Nike air cushioning.
The genius behind Brooke Kilgore's Nike Air
Force design 1. The 1983 low-cut version of the Nike Air Force 1 gradually
became a favorite on basketball courts and on the streets.
Later, it was on the airwaves featuring
well-known rap hit songs like Nellie and J-Z. Today, Air Force 1 is available
in a variety of colors and silhouettes. However, the classic pair of white low-cut
is always the preferred choice for most sneaker lovers.
2.
Adidas Stan Smiths
When the basketball court rocked Nike
with the AF1, the tennis world was run by Adidas Stan Smith. The shoe was
renamed after the former world number one American tennis player, who won the
US Open in 1971. The same year, Adidas redesigned all its white leather
sneakers to hold Smith by the tongue. The minimalist design became very popular
and in 1988 they sold 22 million pairs.
Today, the Adidas Stan Smith is still
interesting, especially in a combination of white and green. Thanks to Phoebe
Philo, Colt Sneakers has become the epitome of cool shoes in the world of
sneakers. People are obsessed with shoes and it manages to create different
versions by Yohji Yamamoto, Ruff Simons, and Supreme.
3. Air Jordan 1
Nike Air Force 1 After curious
basketball players and sneaker lovers around the world, the Air Jordan 1 was
also received with the same enthusiasm. It was launched in 1984 when Michael
Jordan wore shoes for the Chicago Bulls.
Later on, Jordan became a basketball
legend especially renowned for his inspiring slam dunks. He was often spotted
wearing the black and red Air Jordan 1s, thereby breaking the white shoes
stated in the NBA dress code. The company, Nike, paid off the $5,000 so that
Michael Jordan could continue wearing the Air Jordan 1.
Rebel to Jordan but in the wake of the
victory, Air Jordan 1 became the iconic sneaker. Even a few years after Jordan
retired from sports, the shoes are still relevant and celebrities like Billy
Ellis still wears them frequently.
4.
Puma Suede
Tommy Smith was the first
African-American to complete the 200 meters in less than 20 seconds. He accepted
a medal at the 1968 Olympics with a loud salute. It is often referred to as the
Black Power Salute, a symbol of protest against apartheid in America. Another
notable gesture of the man was when he removed his puma suede sneaker while
protesting poverty.
At that very moment, Puma basketball
shoes became immortal in sneaker history and in African American culture as
well. In 1973, the shoes were later backed by Walter "Clyde" Frazier,
another well-known NBA legend. The era coincided with the beginnings of breakdancing
on the streets of New York.
The shoes had a dense rubber sole, sole
material, and a flexible top. It was easy enough to get hit with the B-boys.
Rihanna recently redesigned Puma Suede sneakers into popular sneakers. However,
they remain a fan favorite in their original
5.Converse Chuck Taylor All Star
In 1917, Conversation made their
All-Star Sneakers. In 1932, the brand added the name of Chuck Taylor, one of
the brand's most famous basketball players. The name stuck with the brand and
now these famous sneakers are often referred to as “chokes”.
They are a
major shoe among many teenagers. As such, you will probably see them on
basketball and skating courts. They were also in various music hits such as
Green Day, Metallica, and Wiz Khalifa videos.
Chucks have stuck to their original
silhouette with famous sneakerheads like Kaia Gerber having them in every
color. However, they are still connected to the youth culture with various
interpretations by Virgil Abloh.
Author -M.ZAMAN(RASEL)
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