Sneakertopia: What To Look Out For At Singapore's Biggest Sneakerhead Exhibition
Ready to kick it?
There’s no denying that sneakers have become quite a quintessential part of everyday life and street culture. Originally worn for functionality and comfort, sneakers have evolved and given special meaning to the individuals who don them. Think Michael Jordan and his dunks or Chuck Taylor and Converses. These specific pairs of shoes have become cultural icons in today’s world.
Originating from Los Angeles, the exhibition pays tribute to sneaker collectors, creators and all things pertaining to streetwear culture. This February, Sneakertopia: Step Into Street Culture opens its doors to the public at the ArtScience Museum Singapore. There, find sneaker collections belonging to Singapore-based icons like JJ Lin or see the different artworks by sneakerheads and street artists such as Josiah Chua, tobyato and Inkten.
Even if you’re not big on sneakers, you’ll definitely find something that’ll grab your interest. Whether you're there for the detailed artworks or the variety of Insta-worthy spots to capture your #OOTD, the exhibition welcomes individuals from all walks of life.
Read ahead to find out more about the hottest artworks on display at the Sneakertopia: Step into Street Culture exhibition.