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London's Design Museum celebrates the global tennis phenomenon

The Sneakers Unboxed exhibition showcases key moments in youth culture when sneakers went from being just footwear to becoming style icons

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Updated at Jul 15, 2021, 9:41 AM - Submitted at Jul 15, 2021, 4:00 PM

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The Design Museum's Sneakers Unboxed: Studio To Street exhibition in London celebrates all facets of the global sneaker phenomenon. The designs were created by two independent studios: Interesting Projects and Studio LP .
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Sustainability was a key factor for the exhibition: 85% of the acrylic boxes used to display the sneakers were reconfigured from the existing design and all labels were produced using EKOply, a material composed of 100% recycled plastic .
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Throughout the exhibition, infographics are used to convey information about the construction, design and production of sneakers.
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One section focuses on 1990s Tokyo, when limited editions and fashion collaborations emerged and transformed streetwear sneakers into sought-after collectibles.
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A relevant aspect about the exhibition is that it was created, thought and discussed 100% virtually , due to the pandemic. “The entire exhibition was organized, designed and produced at home through all possible means of communication”, says Lauren Chalmers from Studio LP.
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Museum curator Ligaya Salazar commented: "Creating an entire exhibition in our homes was a challenge, but thanks to a truly collaborative attitude and approach from everyone involved, we believe we have created a unique experience that we are all proud of. It is now exciting to see how people are reacting and interacting with the exhibition , which is always the most rewarding part of the job."
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