Warrior Footwear

The Chuck Taylors of China reinvented on Western shores

The classic silhouettes and primary colors of Warrior Footwear look stolen from a mid-century gym class in—which isn’t far from the truth. Recently introduced to Western markets, the sneakers have a storied history in China, dating back to 1935 and holding a similarly iconic position to Converse’s Chuck Taylors in the states. Originally engineered for athletes, they found their way back into alternative youth culture …

Cool Hunting Video Presents: Nike Flagship, Harajuku, Tokyo

Interior designer Masamichi Katayama talks about his vision for Nike's new Harajuku store

by Nike’s new store in the heart of Tokyo’s Harajuku district, interviewing interior designer Masamichi Katayama about how he came up with a way to suit the brand and its locale. Also check out the original story that we wrote about the store opening in November—all courtesy of Nike.

Everything You Need to Know About Sneakers in 1500 Words

Wearing original Chuck Taylors and knowing how they got started are two different things. Fortunately, new men's footwear site The Shoe Buff offers a crash course in the history of what we wear on our feet. Their "Everything You Need to Know About Sneakers in 1500 Words" includes a "History of Sneakers in 150 words," lists of handy shoe-related websites and forums, as well as …