A specially designed type of footwear for sports is called running shoes. Based on different functional features, they are usually divided into types. For example, sneakers for fast walking, sports shoes for tennis and others.
Today, a large and varied selection is on sale. Price spread - for any wallet. But there is a separate category of sports shoes that does not fit the typical distinction. It is produced in very small batches, literally by the piece. The cost of these models reaches many thousands of dollars.
10. "Eminem 313"
Let's try to describe the most expensive sneakers in the world. The top 10 starts with the Air Jordan 2 Eminem 313. Edition literally to order. The cost goes up to $1,000. The only problem with the rich of this world is to choose the size. The developers of Nike athletic shoes could not even think that the trial release would fly like hot cakes. They sold out in just five minutes.
The special edition of this athletic shoe has been designed with a retro look. However, all trends of the fashion season were taken into account. Suitable for any sports suitbrand. These are the most expensive basketball shoes in the world.
9. "Balma"
In ninth place - "Balma" with two straps and a high top (almost to the ankle). Sneakers are covered with silver coating. The outsole is rubber. Fastened on the leg with Velcro and two hard silver straps. Sneakers, similar to berets, are made of genuine thick leather. The styling is amazing. Cost almost $1,500.
8. "Air Penoposit"
In eighth place, what are the most expensive sneakers in the world? Nike! Specifically, Nike Air Penoposit. The cost of this sports shoe is also one and a half thousand dollars. But here it is value for money. Reliable, elegant, comfortable, stylish. There are no indifferent. The manufacturer in the title states that the shoes are made using the foam-posit technology. This nice "trifle" justifies the cost of sneakers. The technology allows you to give a special, desired shape to the part of the sneaker that hugs the foot. This creates increased comfort and coziness when walking. Style is out of competition. Despite the price, the youth practically “lined up.”
7. "Rantus Orlato"
Seventh place - famous in our country (albeit for shoes) shoe manufacturer "Christian Louboutin" and his flat "Rantus Orlato". The closer to the first place in the top 10, the more expensive the models become. These sneakers are already $1,695. The price here is determined not only by the high style and prestige of the brand. Shoes are made of fine expensive material. On theat first glance, it seems to be a beautifully executed snakeskin imitation. A second glance is not required. This is the real snake skin. And the cost is no longer scary, simply no one thinks about it anymore.
6. "Jimmy Choo Belgravia"
Almost in the middle of the list are the star-studded Jimmy Choo Belgravia sneakers. They are also high-cut. These representatives of men's shoes cost 2,350 US dollars. A curious fact - they were developed by a designer of women's shoes. This is her first fashion line of men's sneakers. And an immediate success. Plus, the famous brand and Italian production. Success was inevitable! Sports shoes of this line "Jimmy Choo Belgravia" are made of suede, leather and canvas. Metal stars studded with high collar.
5. "Paranorman Penoposit"
Top most expensive sneakers in the world continues again "Nike". Only now his "Paranorman Penoposit". The company is experimenting with foam posit technology. And again good luck. Sneakers in the top 10 are higher than the previous ones. The Nike Air One Paranorman is already around $3,000.
The creation of this range of designers was inspired by modern full-length cartoons. This sports shoe, in the opinion of a simple layman, has a strange look. The entire body of the sneaker is strewn with tongues that magically shimmer in the dark, and the sole is backlit. They look, of course, a little futuristic. But for lovers of everything unusualand strange it is a very suitable model. There are about 800 pairs of them in the world. This explains both the price and the exclusivity of the model.
4. "Dunk Low Pro SB "Paris""
Judging by the top, Nike is the most expensive sneaker in the world. For they are in fourth place again. Only already "Dunk Low Pro SB" Paris "". The external design of this sports shoe does not make you want to buy it. Although it was designed by the famous French artist Bernard Buffet.
But when you suddenly find out that there are only 202 pairs of such "beauty" in the whole world, and that this is the famous Nike, and even the fashionable line of the white urban series "Dunk", you easily lay out for a pair of about three half thousand dollars.
3. "Rick Owens"
What are the most expensive sneakers in the world known for? Now consider the models that are at the top of the list.
The third place of honor goes to Rick Owens from GeoBasket. Stars such as Madonna, Nicole Richie, Rihanna and others have these sports shoes from Rick Owens in their wardrobes. To enter this list, you need to purchase sneakers for $5,160. Fashionable exclusive brown iguana leather shoes released in a very small batch. This is due to the limited raw materials used for its manufacture. The stylish design is complemented by lines that are organically inscribed in the shaft, which emphasize the heel in a trendy white color.
2. "Air Mag"
And Nike again. The second place in the top 10 "The most expensive sneakers in the world" is occupied byhis exclusive "Air Mage". They appeared in 2011 and were proud of the "design of the future." Very few pairs were released. They were sold only at auction.
Demand was so great that in 2015, Nike released a small batch of these athletic shoes. The price doesn't scare anyone. Some six thousand dollars should be given for an inflated shaft, strewn with luminous and iridescent elements, and laces that tie themselves!
1. "SB Flom Dunk High"
And finally, the most expensive sneakers in the world (the photo is presented in the article). Guess? That's right, Nike! And this is not even surprising. "Nike SB Flom Dunk High" (Nike SB Flom Dunk High) - at the top of the top. These are luxury sports shoes. Made in red and black shades, green and golden decorative elements are “scattered” on the sides.
The price pours over 7,500 US dollars. And you can buy it in several special stores.
Air Force
But that's not all. You can find models that are many times more expensive! It could be the world's most expensive custom-made sneaker for one person. Then the couple will be the only(!) on the planet. Like, for example, an exclusive - sports shoes from Nike (again, he and only he!).
Model called Air Force, custom made for Patton Antwan. Shoes studded with diamonds, specialbrown diamonds weighing almost 11 carats. And, accordingly, they cost more than $50,000.