Synopses & Reviews
Sneakers are an essential fashion and lifestyle statement and have become a form of self-definition for both the average person and the kids in cutting-edge subcultures. A true sneaker aficionado can tell a vast amount about a person's style, values, music tastes, and attitude to life just from the brand they wear. Sneakers pays tribute to this most versatile of shoes, and charts the history of the sneaker. With over 300 styles included, from old-skool Adidas to the newest lines from Reebok, from Nike's latest high-tech offerings to the legendary Converse All Star, all photographed in full color, this compendium of casual shoe style tells you everything you ever wanted to know.
Synopsis
Whether it_s Adidas, New Balance or Puma, sneakers are the defining footwear of the modern age. With over 300 styles photographed in color beginning with the legendary Converse All Star, Sneakers pays tribute to this most versatile of shoes, from collectors' items to everyday street wear in cutting-edge subcultures, from the aerodynamic Nike models on the running track, to the one-of-a kind Gucci or Donna Karan on the runway. In-depth feature spreads explore such subjects as brand identity, celebrity endorsements, famous advertising campaigns, and advice for collectors.
About the Author
Longtime sneaker-lover Neal Heard has spent many years sourcing, collecting, and selling sneakers. He runs sneakerfreaks.co.uk, a website featuring rare and vintage deadstocks, and the UK clothing label White Riot.