There was a time when sneakers were just sports shoes. Today, they are collector's items, symbols of belonging, style markers, and one of the pillars of global urban culture. From basketball courts to fashion runways, from the streets of New York to social media, they have captivated far more than just sports enthusiasts, telling the story of entire generations, cultural movements, and innovations that have transformed our relationship with style. This is the story told by a new book published by Casa Éditions.

From the first AdidasandPuma that accompanied the sporting feats of the 1970s to the Nike that became global phenomena, including iconic models from New Balance, Asics or Reebok, the book brings together the 300 sneakers most important ever produced. Each model is presented through its history, cultural context, technical innovations, and influence on fashion, sports, and street culture. From timeless classics to the most sought-after collector collaborations, the book also explores how the shoe gradually transcended its athletic function to become an object of fashion and society.

The book itself is a collector's item. Presented in a box inspired by streetwear aesthetics and authentic shoeboxes, spanning 496 pages with carefully curated imagery, it is authored by Neal Heard, considered one of the world's leading sneaker experts. A format designed as the perfect gift for enthusiasts of fashion, sports, design, and urban culture.

The book is available here priced at 34.95 euros.

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