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    sneakers Stories

    A physical outlet of The Back Door in Johannesburg, South Africa.
    Fashion + Beauty
    08 August 2023

    From Converse All-Star to Bathu: Inside South Africa’s Sneaker Mania

    Colloquially known as “tekkies,” sneakers in South Africa have only grown popular, with emerging local brands like Bathu and Drip sneakers breaking into the scene.

    In Conversation with Karabo Poppy, the First South African Artist to Collaborate with Nike
    Fashion
    03 December 2019

    In Conversation with Karabo Poppy, the First South African Artist to Collaborate with Nike

    The talented illustrator and street artist produced three unique designs for Nike's iconic Air Force 1 Low sneaker collection.

    Here’s Everything You Need to Know About AKA and Reebok’s Upcoming Sneaker Collaboration
    Fashion
    10 October 2019

    Here’s Everything You Need to Know About AKA and Reebok’s Upcoming Sneaker Collaboration

    Only 600 pairs of The SneAKA will be available for sale.

    Beyond Vanity: A New Documentary Sheds Light on Cape Town’s Sneaker Culture
    Fashion + Beauty
    29 January 2019

    Beyond Vanity: A New Documentary Sheds Light on Cape Town’s Sneaker Culture

    The film from Imraan Christian takes a hard look at Cape Town youth's obsession with "bubbles."

    Solange x William Okpo's 'Girls Of Blaze' Lookbook
    Style
    14 April 2014

    Solange x William Okpo's 'Girls Of Blaze' Lookbook

    Puma Creative Director Solange Knowles collaborated with label William Okpo to deliver a sneaker capsule collection and lookbook 'Girls of Blaze'.

    Vans x Della's Ghanaian Sneaker Collaboration
    Photos
    28 January 2014

    Vans x Della's Ghanaian Sneaker Collaboration

    A brightly-printed Ghanaian sneaker collaboration between Vans and LA brand Della.

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