Soled Out : The Golden Age of Sneaker Advertising | Hardcover

Soled Out: The Golden Age of Sneaker Advertising

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 720
Date of Release: 20 October 2021

A riotous, visually explosive celebration of sneaker culture, Soled Out is the definitive chronicle of the footwear industry’s golden age, told through vintage print advertising. More than a decade in the making, this monumental volume brings together nearly 900 rare and iconic advertisements, tracing how sneakers evolved from sports gear into global cultural symbols.

Lovingly compiled and written by Simon “Woody” Wood, founder of Sneaker Freaker, the book blends bold visuals with sharp storytelling, insider anecdotes, and fascinating historical insights. Featuring legendary brands, classic sneaker models, superstar athletes, and pop culture icons—from Adidas, Nike, Puma, and Reebok to Michael Jordan, Andre Agassi, MC Hammer, and Paula Abdul—every page bursts with unforgettable graphics and era-defining slogans. A must-have for sneakerheads, designers, advertisers, and pop culture collectors, this is an epic marathon through rubber, leather, and mesh history.

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