Perhaps the reason why the sneaker world attracts millions of people worldwide is because its meaning goes far beyond mere functionality. Today we are going to review 10 sneakers of urban culture that became a true symbol and have come to our days in great shape.
All these models have something in common, and that is that behind them they hold a whole legacy that gives personality to whoever wears them. If you want to know them, we tell you everything.
The influence of sneakers on urban culture
It is true that there are many styles of footwear on the market, but sneakers are something else. If they have reached our days with millions of fans worldwide, it is because each design carries stories, values, and a way of living that is associated with each design.
In fact, the big brands, without exception, have fascinating stories that tell us how they have managed transcend the barrier of fashion to resonate in the collective memory, breaking boundaries, defining styles, and somehow changing society.
It is the case, for example, of Jordan, which not only represented a whole strategy to achieve a bestselling product, but also helped to launch the illustrious player of the Chicago Bulls to the sports Olympus.
Models that changed the way of dressing
But this is just one, perhaps the most publicized, of the many cases that exist. Among all, we have made a selection of the 10 sneakers of urban culture that have had the greatest impact. Let's get to know some, as well as collaborations, that have given them an innovative touch.
10 Collaborations and models that left a mark
Enjoy this selection of iconic models at Newcop:
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Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG Nigel Sylvester Better With Time: it is a reinterpretation of the first Jordan, pioneer in bringing basketball to the streets and revolutionizing the way of dressing. The collaboration with Nigel Sylvester adds a more formal air, making them almost a dress shoe.
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Adidas Samba OG Core Black: they were born in the 50s as zindoor soccer shoes and managed to leave the tracks to conquer urban fashion. This design, minimalist and in black and white, is a timeless icon of the German brand.
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Nike Air Force 1 Low ’07 Triple White: they were launched in 1982 as basketball shoes, but soon became icons of hip-hop culture in the United States. Being completely white, they fit any style and situation.
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Puma Palermo Pop Grey: this version of the Puma classic takes us back to the scene of European football of the eighties, especially in Italian stadiums. Their retro and grey style has made them a reference in urban fashion, which now returns strongly thanks to Puma. It is one of our favorite models for dressing up
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New Balance 550 White Grey: this is a curious case, since at its launch in the late ninetiesthey were not very successful, and it was in its update that they became one of the best-selling NB models, as they reflect both simplicity and elegance.
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Adidas Campus Bad Bunny The Last Campus: this collaboration took the classic Campus design to a new dimension within urban culture, thanks to the singer Bad Bunny, quite an incentive for the artist's followers.
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ASICS Gel-Kayano 14 White Midnight: it was launched in 2008 and initially were designed for running. However, their retro aesthetic caught attention and they have become a benchmark among retro models. And a particularly comfortable model for standing all day.
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Adidas Handball Spezial Core Black Pink: they were designed in the seventies for handball players, but they soon made an impact on the casual scene. This model updates the original version with black colors and pink details.
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Nike Dunk Low Polar Blue: these sneakers also have their origin in basketball, in this case collegiate. Although their success was not on the courts but on the skating rinks, since it was the skate culture who adopted them as a symbol.
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Nike Air Max 1 Patta Noise Aqua: finally, we present to you a reinvention of the legendary Air Max 1 from 1987. Nike reinvents them with an aesthetic we love, with a blue wave and pastel tones that are perfect for everyday wear.
As you can see, you can find them all on our website, but also in the physical stores of Newcop in Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, and Dubai. If you also want to wear history, any of these sneakers that have marked urban culture are for you. Which one will you choose?
