Larry Deadstock - 1000 Deadstock Sneakers

The Dream Collection

A comprehensive encyclopedia of 1,000 deadstock sneakers – the originals produced for exclusive, limited-edition releases – by trend-setting sneakerhead and notorious retailer Larry Deadstock.

Deadstock refers to the originals: authentic, unused sneakers that were produced for limited edition releases, limited edition re-releases, or pairs that have otherwise stopped being made. No longer available from direct retailers, deadstock is the most coveted, exclusive, and valuable sneaker merchandise available, available only from select retailer stores and websites such as Larry Deadstocks.

In 1,000 Deadstock Sneakers, deadstock collector and notorious dealer Larry Deadstock teams up with streetwear journalist François Chevalier to delve deep into the origins, history, and trends of international sneaker culture.

This book contains:
The origin story behind the first pair of Air Jordans
Basketball legends LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan
Groundbreaking designers like Virgil Abloh
Influential people like Will Smith, Spike Lee, and Travis Scott
Informative anecdotes from Larry Deadstock
Original ads from Nike, Adidas, Air Jordan, New Balance, Rebook, Vans and more
Complete with detailed research, historical context, and trend analysis of the aesthetic appeal of each style, this book explores the importance of the sneaker in fashion and culture today through 1,000 coveted deadstock sneakers from the past 50 years. This is a must-have reference text for sneakerheads and deadstock collectors; eye candy for sports fans, influencers, and all sneaker wearers; and an exploration of a rising phenomenon in fashion and streetwear for anyone interested in contemporary culture.