For some, sneakers are purely sports shoes, for others - simple everyday shoes. There are people who spend a lot of money on them, paying attention to design, convenience and brand, which always plays into the hands of hype around their brainchild. And there are models that fans and collectors are trying to take possession of, because the very fact of owning them warms their souls. Created for special events or in collaborations, these sneakers can cost thousands and tens of thousands of dollars.
Introducing the 5 most expensive sneakers in the world. The dollar prices represent the last prices they were purchased for on the Stockx website, which specializes in the auction of original branded sneakers.
1. Nike Dunk Low SB Paris - 3 864 560 rubles
These sneakers are a work of art in their own right, which has placed them at the top of the list of the most expensive. The Nike Dunk Low SB Paris sneaker features drawings by French artist Bernard Buffet and was created for the White Dunk Traveling Art Exhibition. These models were sold only in a few stores in Paris, and no more than 200 pairs were produced.
Last sale: $ 51,950 on StockX
2. Nike Air MAG Back to the Future BTTF - 2 529 260 rubles
The futuristic Nike Air MAG isn't just a sneaker. Movie fans will easily recognize them as a replica of the iconic self-lacing sneakers worn by Marty McFly in Back to the Future II.
In 2016, 89 pairs were released and they are now valued at over $ 30K. The shoe is truly futuristic, featuring a rechargeable built-in battery, luminous LED panels, luminescent Nike logo and lace-up technology.
Last sale: $ 34,000 on StockX
3. Air Jordan 4 Retro Eminem Carhartt - 914,997 rubles
In 2015, Air Jordan teamed up with rapper Eminem and clothing label Carhartt to release an ultra-limited sneaker collection with just 10 pairs! A collection of minimalistic black and gray sneakers with the rapper's logo was timed to coincide with the 15th anniversary of the release of The Marshall Mathers LP.
Last sale: $ 12,300 on StockX
4. Nike Air Yeezy 2 Red October - 595 120 rubles
Prior to his successful partnership with Adidas, Kanye West debuted the Air Yeezy line in collaboration with Nike in 2009. There was a lot of buzz around this dazzling piece called Red October, and the sneakers were so in demand that even checks were selling for $ 500!
Last sale: $ 8,000 on StockX
5. Adidas Human Race NMD Pharrell x Chanel - 520 730 rubles
The sneaker was released in a limited edition of only 500 pairs and was sold in the Chanel pop-up boutique in the Colette store in Paris. These black and white models have only increased in value since their release, which has risen more than fivefold.
Last sale: $ 7,000 on Stockx
source: standard.co.uk
