Nike Air Jordan 1 to Adidas Yeezy: The 5 best-selling and most desired sneaker pairs of all times

When we look at the evolution of sneakers, it is impressive to see how far we've come. But none can beat the pride and glory of the original pieces, which still hold an important position in many sneakerheads’ hearts. These 5 pieces have legendary status and are now a must-have in collector culture. Let’s take a look at 5 legendary sneakers that remain bestsellers even decades after their release.

Every sneakerhead will definitely wish for this forever iconic pair to be in their wardrobe. The 1985 Air Jordan 1 has quality, construction, fame, and standard. What makes it iconic is that before Michael Jordan made his documentary ‘The Last Dance’, the prices were under $1,000, i.e., Rs 90,000. After the documentary, the market boomed, and the pair remains out of stock and is a real jewel. For most sneaker lovers, it became a devotion and an epitome that made them fall in love with sneakers in the first place.
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When we talk about the Nike Air Force 1, the word ‘iconic’ seems insufficient, as this pair is available in super low, low, mid, high, and super high variations and remains out of stock almost all the time due to high demand throughout the year. The shoe is one of the most customised picks of all time and features one of Nike’s best collaborations. Whether you want a plain white block or a splash of colours, Nike Air Force 1 remains every sneakerhead’s first choice.

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We all know Kanye West's influence in the fashion industry, but when he released his first 350 sneakers in 2015, no one was ready for the action and drama. Adidas Yeezy took over the sneaker market and introduced the market for replicas in the sneaker business. The simple silhouette and design made it look quite easy, making it a versatile piece. The profit margin went insane, and the market knew that this piece was here to stay. To this day, we still see hundreds of counterfeit colourways that do not exist in the Yeezy world, but the craze is still very much alive.
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If we’re talking about sneakers, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star has to be on the list. For the past 113 years, the name has remained a staple in every sneakerhead’s closet, and there is no chance that the hype will fade away anytime soon. In 1917, Converse made the first basketball shoe, which instantly went viral, and even after decades and more, with thousands of trends in the air, the piece is relevant, versatile, and super iconic.
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If you thought Adidas Sambas would make it to the list, then you have forgotten about the Superstar Pro-Model. Released in 1970, with the intention that this was just another basketball sneaker, Adidas crossed over into the hip-hop dance scene, and since then, it's still there. In the 80s, we witnessed Run DMC take hold of the silhouette and make history. He was the first non-athlete to promote a sneaker brand, which then paved the way for many future artists to date. This piece also bound the relationship between the African and American communities and is a dreamy piece still admired by thousands.
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