Sports shoes are a kind of light and comfortable sports shoes, which are famous for their breathability and elasticity. The following will start from etymology, development history and brand.
1. etymology
The original usage of the word sneaker refers to shoes that can move quietly, which is similar to the pronunciation of "thief" in English. Later, sneakers gradually evolved into a general term for all kinds of sneakers and became a common name.
2. Race occurrence
Sports shoes originated in the United States at the end of 19, and were originally designed as a combination of rubber soles and cloth shoes for outdoor sports such as tennis. At the beginning of the 20th century, converse introduced a basketball shoe named "All-Star", which soon became one of the most popular basketball shoes in America.
In the 1970s, with the popularity of running and fitness, sports shoes brands such as Nike and Adidas began to rise. So far, sports shoes have become a part of fashion culture and are widely used in sports and daily life.
3. Brand
Sports shoes have become one of the core products of many sports shoes brands because of their comfort and portability. Among them, world-famous brands include Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Puma, New Balance, Asics and so on, which represent different styles and orientations. In addition, some fashion brands have begun to set foot in the sports shoes market, such as Balenciaga and Gucci.
4. Types
There are many kinds of sports shoes, including running shoes, basketball shoes, football shoes, board shoes and skateboarding shoes. Each kind of sports shoes has its own unique design and technology. In addition, there are comprehensive casual shoes and fashion shoes, which can be matched with different clothing styles.
5. Style evolution
Sports shoes have experienced many style changes in the historical development, from the initial simple combination of cloth and rubber to the composite shoes with various materials and functions. There are also many innovations in design. For example, Air Jordan series adopts air cushioning technology, which has made a major breakthrough in comfort. In addition, many brands are also launching co-branded styles with artists and designers to attract more young consumers.
To sum up, sports shoes, as a kind of sports shoes, have become a part of fashion culture and an indispensable part of people's daily life. There are rich choices and development space in brands, types and styles.