Legendary sneakers a curated guide to 200 iconic kicks: record breakers, stars of pop culture, themed designs, collabs

"This love letter to everyone's favorite athletic shoe guides readers through the world of iconic sneakers, from rubber-soled record setters, to themed kicks, to shoes that became legends of pop culture. Streetwear enthusiast and sneakerhead Tonton Gibs presents a curated collection of noteworthy sn...

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Main Author: Gibs, Tonton (Author)
Other Authors: Tripp, Liza (Translator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Atglen, PA : Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., [2025]
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Summary:"This love letter to everyone's favorite athletic shoe guides readers through the world of iconic sneakers, from rubber-soled record setters, to themed kicks, to shoes that became legends of pop culture. Streetwear enthusiast and sneakerhead Tonton Gibs presents a curated collection of noteworthy sneakers, including: the best-selling pair and the most-expensive pairs, shoes that embodied special themes (holidays, food, and more), kicks that were featured on the big screen, and the results of collabs with rappers. Plenty of information on sneaker history, key brands, and the evolution of the popular and comfortable shoes is also provided. With vibrant photos and fun design, this book will spark the imagination of any sneaker enthusiast."--Back cover.
Item Description:"Originally published as Sneakers : incroyables records, ©2023, Éditions Larousse, Paris"--Title page verso.
Physical Description:159 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 28 cm
ISBN:9780764370250
0764370251
Author Notes:Tonton Gibs is a streetwear enthusiast, shoe lover, and author. He lives in Paris, France.