Sneakers, The Classics by Maria Luisa Miraldi
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Sneakers, The Classics: The Most Iconic Sneaker Models
- Enjoy beautifully photographed sneakers
- Written by Maria Luisa Miraldi, director of Tribeca Design Studio
- An essential collection of the most iconic sneaker models
- Perfect for sneaker enthusiasts, collectors, designers, and dreamers
"Sneakers, The Classics" is a beautifully illustrated photobook that brings together the most important models in the sneaker world. In this coffee table book, fashion, sport, culture, and history are uniquely interwoven. Each sneaker model is accompanied by stunning photographs, detailed historical backgrounds, technical specifications, and inspiring mood boards, which highlight the cultural and stylistic value of each shoe. From the legendary Adidas Superstars of 1969 and the New Balance 990s of 1982 to the striking Off-White Air Force 1s of 2017, this photobook offers a captivating look at the most coveted sneakers.
Originally designed as sports shoes, sneakers have accompanied countless historic sporting moments. From tennis and basketball to skateboarding, and from the Olympic Games to the streets of global cities, sneakers have made the impossible possible. For young post-war activists, sneakers symbolized freedom and independence, and their bold designs still represent individuality and freedom.
This coffee table book is a must-have for sneaker fans, collectors, designers, and dreamers.
About the author
Maria Luisa Miraldi is the director of Tribeca Design Studio and a professor at the Naba Academy, IED, and Istituto Bauer. She created the mood boards for the book "Moda Storie & Stili" (Sole24Ore Cultura, 2015) and wrote and edited "Circus Style. Fashion Show" (Sole24Ore Cultura, 2017).
