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Virgil Abloh. Icons,New
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In 2016, sportswear manufacturer Nike and fashion designer Virgil Abloh joined forces to create a sneaker collection celebrating 10 of the Oregonbased companys most iconic shoes. With their project The Tenwhich reimagined icons like Air Jordan 1, Air Max 90, Air Force 1, and Air Presto, among othersthey reinvigorated sneaker culture.Virgil Ablohs designs offer deep insights into engineering ingenuity and burst with cultural cachet. Drawing on the genius of the original shoe using lettering, ironic labels, collage, and sculpting techniques, Abloh played with language and sculptural elements to construct new meaning. Inspired by the wit of Dadaism, architectural theory, and avantgarde happenings, he analyzed what makes each shoe iconic and deconstructed it into an artistic assemblage, making each shoe into a piece of industrial design, a readymade sculpture, and a wearable all at once.ICONS traces Ablohs investigative, creative process through documentation of the prototypes, original text messages from Abloh to Nike designers, and treasures from the Nike archives. We find Swooshes sliced away from Air Jordans and reapplied with tape or thread, Ablohs typical text fragments in quotation marks on Air Force 1, and All Stars cut into pieces. We take a look behind the scenes and witness Ablohs DIY approach, which gave each model in the OffWhiteTM c/o Nike collection its own unique touch. His deconstructive vocabulary is reflected in the Swiss binding, which showcases an open spine and discloses the production of the book.The book documents Ablohs cooperative way of working and reaffirms the power of print. For its design Nike and Abloh partnered with the acclaimed Londonbased design studio Zak Group. Together they conceived a twopart compendium, equal parts catalog and conceptual toolbox. The first part of the book presents a visual culture of sneakers while a lexicon in the second part defines the key people, places, objects, ideas, materials, and scenes from which the project grew. Texts by Nikes Nicholas Schonberger, writer Troy Patterson, curator and historian Glenn Adamson, and Virgil Abloh himself frame the collaborative work within fashion and design history. A foreword by Hiroshi Fujiwara places the project within the historical continuum of Nike collaborators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the theme of 'Virgil Abloh. Nike. ICONS'? A: The book explores the collaboration between Nike and Virgil Abloh, focusing on their project 'The Ten', which reimagines ten iconic Nike sneakers, showcasing the intersection of sneaker culture, design, and artistic expression.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book features a hardcover with Swiss binding and an open spine, allowing for a unique presentation of the content and an engaging reading experience.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages, providing an extensive look into the creative process behind the sneaker designs.
- Q: Who are the contributors to the book? A: The book includes texts by notable figures such as Nicholas Schonberger from Nike, writer Troy Patterson, curator Glenn Adamson, and Virgil Abloh himself, offering a multi-faceted perspective on the collaboration.
- Q: What dimensions does the book have? A: The book measures 10.0 x 11.7 inches, making it a substantial and visually appealing addition to any collection.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, the book is designed as a definitive retrospective on the Virgil Abloh and Nike collaboration, making it a valuable item for collectors interested in sneaker culture and design history.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers expect from the book? A: Readers can expect deep insights into the design process, including documentation of prototypes, original text messages, and a look at the artistic techniques that define Abloh's work.
- Q: When was 'Virgil Abloh. Nike. ICONS' published? A: The book was published on December 15, 2020.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Does the book include any visual content? A: Yes, the book presents a rich visual culture of sneakers, featuring photographs and design elements that highlight the creativity behind each model.