Sneakers Unboxed - by Alex Powis (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Today's leading designers on the creation and the future of sneakers worldwide</strong></p><p>This is the first book to gather leading designers, creators and industry insiders to reflect on sneaker design and its groundbreaking impact on popular culture. Contributors provide insights into the evolution of sneakers from sportswear to style icons, the processes and people involved in sneaker design and its global future. Through conversations with the people directly involved in the creation of sneakers, it speaks to the next generation of sneaker designers and wearers by asking: who are the people involved in the design of a sneaker? How do their roles and approaches differ? How does their individual work contribute to the collective effort of making a sneaker? What will the future of sneaker design be?<br>Richly illustrated, <i>Sneakers Unboxed</i> includes iconic sneakers, drawings, sketches and prototypes, as well as glimpses into the manufacturing process. Across three chapters--Style and Culture, People and Processes, Innovation and the Future--the approaches and experience of industry leaders unfold the past, present and future of sneakers as style icons and cultural facilitators. Contributors turn to the next generation of designers, providing a manifesto to move the industry toward a more positive direction for both the people and the planet.<br><b>Designers include</b>: Alexander Taylor, Andrea Nieto, Asha Harper, Ben Cottrell, Benjamin Grenet, Carly McKenzie, Charlotte Lee, Chris Hill, Chris Law, Chris Severn, Daniel Taylor, David Raysse, Franck Boistel, Helen Kirkum, Jacques Chassaing, Jean Khalifé, Jean-Philippe Lalonde, Joe Foster, Juliana Sagat, Kirsten Schambra, Marina Chedel, Matthew Dainty, Muriel Jung, Nic Galway, Nicole McLaughlin, Peter Fogg, Peter Moore, Rian Pozzebon, Romain Girard, Ryan Forsyth, Sam Handy, Samuel Pearce, Samuel Ross, Sara Jaramillo, Stephanie Howard, Steve McDonald, Steven Smith, Susi Proudman, Till Jagla, Tom Astrella and Tuan Le.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>The history of the sneaker is a reflection of cultural, societal and technological change. By looking at, recording and analysing this history, much can be anticipated of the future of the industry.--Mark Hedley "Square Mile"<br><br>Charts how particular brands and styles were adopted and developed by different subcultures around the world, from Tokyo to Cape Town, becoming the unofficial uniforms of specific tribes.--Oliver Wainwright "Guardian"<br><br>While there's no question that the exhibition has the clear goal of attracting younger audiences, it still feels very necessary. Once the symbol of athleticism, sneakers have long transcended their primary function to become fashion items - and even art at times. If anything, recent years have proven just how much of a hot asset sneakers are for investors.--Sarah Osei "Highsnobiety"<br><br>Sneakers that speak to the culture...--Megan C. Hills "CNN: Style"<br>
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