1000 Sneakers : A guide to the world's greatest kicks, from sport to street

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This book comprehensively showcases sneakers through time from early Air Jordans, the original Air Force 1, and Adidas Superstars to iconic contemporary designs by pop culture figures like Kanye West and cool fashion designers like Yohji Yamamoto and Martin Margiela - a visual history of the world’s most coveted and popular footwear, from early Keds and Converse All Stars to the latest fashion and design icons. Every sneaker has his own story to tell, and this encyclopedic book features 1,000 full-color images of the sneakers that have most influenced the worldwide sneaker culture with examples to engage sneaker aficionados of all stripes. Trainers, tennis shoes, kicks—whatever you call them, the sneaker has risen to global popularity with a huge international audience clamoring for the rarest, the latest, or the reissued classics. 1000 Sneakers features a detailed reference section for collectors, histories of leading brands and designers, and anecdotes from the worlds of sports, hip-hop, fashion, and popular culture, making this book the perfect gift for design, sports, and street fashion enthusiasts alike.