Sneaker Footwear

Herausgegeben:Surhone, Lambert M.; Timpledon, Miriam T.; Marseken, Susan F.

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Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Sneakers are footwear of flexible material, typically featuring a sole made of rubber. The upper part is made of leather or canvas. Sneakers were originally sporting apparel, but are today worn much more widely as casual footwear. They are now widely popular. Sneakers or canvas shoes are casual athletic shoes. The British English equivalent of "sneaker" is "trainer" in its modern meaning; however, the traditional "sneaker" is closer to the British "plimsoll". In some urban areas in the United States, the slang for sneakers are kicks. In Hiberno-English the term is runners. In South African English the term used is takkies. Sneakers have become an important part of hip hop culture since the 70s. These days, numerous rappers sign million dollar deals with major brands such as Nike, Adidas or Puma to promote their shoes. Sneaker collectors, called "Sneakerheads", use sneakers as fashionable items. Casual sneakers like the Air Force One or Superstar have become icons in today''s pop culture. Artistically-modified sneakers can sell for upwards of $500.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Betascript Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 76
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 220mm
• ISBN-13: 9786130965273
• ISBN-10: 6130965273
• Artikelnr.: 29905046