Sneaker Freaker: Magazine Issue #44

Sneaker Freaker is back with issue 44, and what a way to end 2020! Our cover story is the Virgil Abloh-designed Louis Vuitton X408. Inspired by Terminator 2, LA Gear, Converse Fastbreaks, and Billie Jean, the brutal high-tops feature intricate fiber optics that light up with the push of a button. As a special bonus, this issue features a holographic rainbow LV logo effect!

The X408 concept is detailed in our 20-page Virgil Abloh feature, which also covers everything from his debut in Sneaker Freaker Issue 3 to why he signed Lucien Clarke to a Louis Vuitton skate deal.

Virgil isn't the only big-name designer in the mix. We also sat down with AMBUSH® co-founder Yoon Ahn and Versace VP of sneakers and men's footwear Salehe Bembury to find out more about their arrival and what they have in store for 2021.

And that's just the half of it! The back of the stomach is a tribute to the pioneers who helped lay the foundation for modern sneaker culture. Neal Heard captured the boys from The Duffer of St George raiding sports shops across Europe and America and selling the loot through their London store in the late 80s.

There's so much more in this issue, so grab a copy now!