Complex Presents: Sneaker of the Year: The Best Since '85

In 1985, Nike released Michael Jordan's first sneaker, the Air Jordan 1, and sneaker culture was born. Now thousands of people wait in line at Supreme, and companies throw millions of dollars at LeBron James to keep him in their marketing plans. The trend that saw steady growth for decades with the emergence of sports, hip-hop, and sportswear advertising has exploded into a phenomenon. And no one has watched that phenomenon more closely than Complex.Sneaker of the Year explores the past 35 years of sneaker culture with the expertise, authority, and passion that only Complex can offer. With vibrant photographs and illustrations throughout, as well as input from some of the sneaker world's most important voices, this compilation is a must-have for hypebeasts and sneakerheads everywhere

Every Sneaker Story Worth Telling!A 15-year anthology of cult magazine Sneaker FreakerBack in 2002, Simon "Woody" Wood was dreaming up schemes to get free sneakers. Two weeks later, he was the proud owner of Sneaker Freaker and his life was never the same.From its early roots as a punk-style fanzine to today's super-slick print and online operations, the fiercely independent publication has documented every collab, custom, limited edition, retro reissue, Quickstrike, Hyperstrike, and Tier Zero sneaker released over the last 15 years.Woody's original premise that Sneaker Freaker would be "funny and serious, meaningful and pointless at the same time" has certainly been vindicated in The Ultimate Sneaker Book. With more than 650 pages jam-packed with insider knowledge and his own irreverent observations, the insane historical detail and otaku-level minutiae is beyond obsessive.Traversing 100 years of history, each chapter paints a rollicking picture of the sneaker industry's evolution. Ai…

This much-anticipated sequel to the classic volume Sneakers: The Complete Collectors' Guide is a global survey of, and reference guide to, the very best and most collectible limited-edition sneaker designs that have been released over the last decade. The first volume was a phenomenal success and a key influence in the transformation of sneaker collecting from an underground subculture into a mainstream, multi-billion dollar business. Following publication of that book, sneaker brands began reissuing classic designs and creating shoes that would spur the second wave of sneaker collecting: limited editions and collaborations between the brands and invited artists, designers, musicians and cultural icons. This sequel showcases the very best of this new sneaker culture, featuring more than 300 designs arranged by brand. Each sneaker is accompanied by informative text and a 'data' box listing Edition, Pack, Year Released, Original Purpose, Technology and Extras. An essential purchase for b…

A riotous, 720-page celebration of sneakers and sporting legends, as told through the medium of vintage print advertisingA riotous, 720-page celebration of sneakers and sporting legends, as told through the medium of vintage print advertising More than a decade in the making, Soled Out is the definitive - and only - collection of sneaker advertisements from the footwear industry's golden age. Lovingly written and compiled by Simon 'Woody' Wood, founder of the legendary Sneaker Freaker magazine, this colossal volume combines nearly 900 vintage images with a punchy narrative full of insider stories and historical revelations. Featuring superstar athletes and cultural icons such as Andre Agassi, Paula Abdul, Bo Jackson, Bugs Bunny, Michael Jordan, MC Hammer, and Shaquille O'Neal, every page is laced with classic sneaker models, unforgettable graphics, and outrageous trash talk. Sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery ahead as Soled Out powers through a 720-page marathon celebration of …

Porsche's fabled 911 represents the ultimate expression of Ferdinand Porsche's original vision of the perfect sports car. In the Complete Book of Porsche 911, author and photographer Randy Leffingwell provides a year-by-year overview of Stuttgart's most famous car, from the original 901 prototype to today's technologically advanced GT2 and GT3 derivatives and the latest 992-generation 911. Along the way, he highlights the racing, prototype, and limited-production cars-offering the most complete reference available to these top-tier sports cars.In this book, you'll find the air-cooled cars of 1963 to 1998, then the water-cooled 911s of 1998 to present day. With behind-the-scenes info on the evolution of this iconic sports car, this book offers the detail craved by Porsche enthusiasts. Illustrated throughout with images from Porsche's own historical archive and complemented by the author's stunning photos, along with detailed technical specification tables, The Complete Book of Porsche 9…

Metro Boomin -"METRO BOOMIN PRESENTS SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (SOUNDTRACK FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE)" - GRAMMY® Award-nominated and diamond-certified superstar producer Metro Boomin has certified his legacy in the comic and film universe with METRO BOOMIN PRESENTS SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (SOUNDTRACK FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE). Featuring a tracklist of signature Metro Boomin produced records and also recruiting additional artists, Metro has assembled a cast of musical superheroes for the upcoming soundtrack.Tracklist:Annihilate - Featuring Swae Lee, Lil Wayne OffsetAm I Dreaming - Featuring A$Ap Rocky, RoiseeAll the Way Live - Featuring Future, Lil Uzi VertDanger (Spider) - Featuring Offset, JidHummingbird - Featuring James BlakeCalling - Featuring Swae Lee, Nav, a Boogie Wit Da HoodieSilk and Cologne (Remix) - Featuring Ei8Ht, OffsetLink Up (Remix) - Featuring Don Toliver, Wizkid, Beam, ToianSelf Love - Featuring Coi LerayHome - Featur…

METRO BOOMIN PRESENTS SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE [SOUNDTRACK FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE] [Heroes Version 2 LP] - GRAMMY Award-nominated and diamond-certified superstar producer Metro Boomin has certified his legacy in the comic and film universe with METRO BOOMIN PRESENTS SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (SOUNDTRACK FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE). Featuring a tracklist of signature Metro Boomin produced records and also recruiting additional artists, Metro has assembled a cast of musical superheroes for the upcoming soundtrack. Heroes Version 2 LP on standard black vinyl.Tracklist:Disc/Side 1Annihilate (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) - Metro Boomin & Swae Lee, Lil Wayne, OffsetAm I Dreaming - Metro Boomin & A$Ap Rocky, RoiseeAll the Way Live (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) - Metro Boomin & Future, Lil Uzi VertDanger (Spider) - Offset & JidDisc/Side 2Hummingbird - Metro Boomin & James BlakeCalling (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) - Met…

Despite numbering at just 35, his works have prompted a New York Times best seller; a film starring Scarlett Johansson and Colin Firth; record visitor numbers at art institutions from Amsterdam to Washington, DC; and special crowd-control measures at the Mauritshuis, The Hague, where thousands flock to catch a glimpse of the enigmatic and enchanting Girl with a Pearl Earring, also known as the "Dutch Mona Lisa".In his lifetime, however, the fame of Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675) barely extended beyond his native Delft and a small circle of patrons. After his death, his name was largely forgotten, except by a few Dutch art collectors and dealers. Outside of Holland, his works were even misattributed to other artists. It was not until the mid-19th century that Vermeer came to the attention of the international art world, which suddenly looked upon his narrative minutiae, meticulous textural detail, and majestic planes of light, spotted a genius, and never looked back.This 40th anniversary …

Zippo 48693 24756 Car 75th Anniversary EMEA Collectible of the Year 2023 Windproof Lighter The 2023 Collectible of the Year marks 75 years since the original Zippo car first took to the highways and captivated onlookers across America. This Armor® High Polish Black Collectible depicts the iconic Zippo car using our Photo Image 360° process, which extends the design around all sides of the piece. Laser Two-Tone is used to reveal the Zippo flame and 75th anniversary icon in luxurious brass tones, while the car's chimney is illuminated by a Fire Opal crystal, chosen specially for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Finally, the gold-plated insert is engraved with a repeating Zippo motif for the very first time, distinguishing this Collectible from all others before it. Each lighter is consecutively numbered, features a Luxury bottom stamp and comes in special collectible packaging.

Zippo 48693 24756 Car 75th Anniversary EMEA Collectible of the Year 2023 Windproof Lighter The 2023 Collectible of the Year marks 75 years since the original Zippo car first took to the highways and captivated onlookers across America. This Armor® High Polish Black Collectible depicts the iconic Zippo car using our Photo Image 360° process, which extends the design around all sides of the piece. Laser Two-Tone is used to reveal the Zippo flame and 75th anniversary icon in luxurious brass tones, while the car's chimney is illuminated by a Fire Opal crystal, chosen specially for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Finally, the gold-plated insert is engraved with a repeating Zippo motif for the very first time, distinguishing this Collectible from all others before it. Each lighter is consecutively numbered, features a Luxury bottom stamp and comes in special collectible packaging.