- Sneakers got their name because of their rubber sole, as they do not make notice
- The very first sneaker was invented by Wait Webster in the 19th century. it wasn't called a sneaker then
- In the late 1800s, people started calling sneakers their name because they had rubber soles which enabled people to walk or "sneak" around without making a sound.
- sneakers are considered "prestigious" nowadays in part because "people today want to be more comfortable." Men and women alike are increasingly ditching their fancy loafers and heels for a more athleisure- inspired look.
- Kanye West's 'Grammy Worn' Nike Air Yeezy 1 Prototypes from 2008 are now the most expensive pair of sneakers ever sold at auction after being purchased in a private sale for $1.8 million.
- The sneaker culture goes beyond the boundaries of Hip-Hop style and conventional sports, rising its way up to the stratum of luxury labels while spreading like a wildfire on the streets with equal flair.
- According to an interview of Indian sneaker con organiser, making out the difference between high quality replicas is extremely hard and many sneakerheads/sellers get away with it.
- Sneakers are becoming more popular in India because of our hip hop culture.
- Raftaar, Divine & MC Stan are the OG's to were the best sneakers in India, who gave us the knowledge of street were
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