The 100 Best Sneakers of the 2000s

Related: The Best Sneakers of 2017

INTRO

This feature was originally published on September 15, 2009

Believe it or not, we're fast approaching the end of the Aughts—a.k.a. the the first decade of the 2000s. It's been an interesting 10 years to say the least, so Complex decided to put together a series documenting the Best of the 2000s, where we count down our 100 favorite everything.

Next up in the series is the 100 Best Sneakers of the last 10 years. If you're like us, you bought a ton of models—some classics, some not-so-classic—in the past 3,000+ days. Included in the list you'll see all the holy-grail-status SBs, Jordans and other standout models from your favorite brands. Check out which kicks made the top 100, and let us know how you feel in the comments...

List compiled by Joe La Puma & Bradley Carbone with help from DJ Clark Kent, Mayor, and Damian Bulluck.

Puma x ALIFE 1st Round

100. ALIFE x Puma 1st Round

Released: 2007

ALIFE and Puma teamed up to bring the First Round, a Puma classic, back to life. A white and a black colorway were produced, with 500 pairs made available of each.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The sneakers came with 10 different pairs of laces for people to switch out. Oh, those pre-recession sneaker funny years were really something.

Lakai Telford Welsh "Newport"

99. Lakai Telford Welsh "Newport"

Released: 2006

Lakai's Dunk "Inspired" sneaker has developed a strong following with skate kids and skate kid fans alike. This 2006 colorway brought attention to a model that continues to be flipped on the reg.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These cost $65 at retail—the same price as 7 boxes of Newports in NYC. Skating is awesome.

Converse Skateboarding CTS Low

98. Converse Skateboarding CTS Low

Released: 2008

These sneakers dropped at select accounts right before New Years 2009 and were the talk of the town. CTS stands for Chuck Taylor Skate, and skate they do.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Converse Chucks were an O.G. skate shoe. The CTS takes the original silhouette and makes it comfortable with a gel heel tab and padded collar. Try these on and you'll never go back.

DVS x UXA HUF 4 Hi

97. UXA x DVS HUF 4 Hi

Released: 2007

When you can keep it all in the family, great collaborations happen. New York skate crew (and brand) UXA teamed up with DVS to collaborate on one of Keith Hufnagel's signature sneakers for what was practically a friends-and-family-only drop. Colorways are Mets and Giants (NYC and SF), if you're colorblind or know nothing about sports.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Huf gets away with being a pro skateboarder for DVS and still pulling off collaborations with other brands by doing HUF (shop) shoes for Nike, adidas and Vans and doing HUF (the person) sneakers for DVS.

Y-3 Heyworth Hi

96. Y-3 Heyworth Hi

Released: 2006

The Heyworth was the first really wearable, really "Go get this now" silo from the Y-3 adidas luxury sportswear label. If you could find these at a sample sale, you were psyched.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The second version of the Heyworth is called the "Hayworth II." Go figure.

Vans Syndicate x W)Taps Bash "S"

95. W)Taps x Vans Syndicate Bash "S"

Released: 2008

TET, the man behind W)Taps, took inspiration from break-dancing and basketball on this sneaker-and if the blue/black colorway has you thinking Jordan 1, you're right. A beefy Vans, still designed for skating, but with a definite twist.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Bash is short for BAsketball SHoe, and was the first original silhouette for the Syndicate line.

Creative Recreation Cesario Low

94. Creative Recreation Cesario Low

Released: 2003

You can say that such-and-such Nike SB or such-and-such Air Force 1 was better than any Creative Recreation sneaker, but as far as changing the sneaker game and bringing attention to independent footwear, there hasn't been a brand to do their thing like this since. You have to give this silhouette props for what it is, and that's why it's on here.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The founders of Creative Rec cut their teeth working at Vans before starting the company in 2002.

Nike x Staple Air Burst Premium

93. Staple Design x Nike Air Burst Premium

Released: 2003

These Staple sneakers were part of a "Navigation Pack": The Air Max 90 was inspired by the distinct terrain of downtown NYC, the Air Burst by London's wind patterns, and the Shox NZ was designed after the oceanic currents that wrap around Japan.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Designer Jeff Staple has worked with several sneaker companies, including Nike, Gravis, New Balance, and recently Airwalk for Payless.

Nike SB x HUF Air Trainer 1 "Gold Digger"

92. HUF x Nike SB Air Trainer 1 "Gold Digger"

Released: 2005

Don't agree? Too bad. These SB sleepers are tried and true in the eyes of Complex HQ. HUF (one of the few collaborators to make this list several times) referenced historical San Francisco 49ers with a metallic gold toe-box and the gold-digger axe logo.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The distressed leather on the heel and toe panels helps to keep these sneakers looking new, even after you've worn them 1000 times.

etnies x In4mation Rap High

91. In4mation x etnies Rap High

Released: 2006

These sneakers came in two colors. The Jordan colorway was available in wide distribution, but the blue/tan colorway was only in In4mation shops and for friends and family.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Skate these (or simply cut away the denim) to reveal In4mation logo graphics underneath. Why would you want to keep these on ice? They look way cooler broken in.

Air Jordan Retro 1 Patent

90. Air Jordan Retro 1 Patent

Released: 2003

When JB flipped the colorway of the O.G Jordan and dressed it up in all patent leather, kids were psyched—and so were we. These 1s set the bar that the Dunk spent the next five years trying to surpass.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
When these were released they cost $100. STEAL!

Nike SB x Supreme Delta Force 3/4 Pro

89. Supreme NYC x Nike SB Delta Force 3/4 Pro

Released: 2004

We can't help that not everyone with a computer has taste. Some may say that these were a miss on the Supreme and Nike SB tip, but anyone who has seen these Delta Forces in real life knows what's up. Both the goldenrod and blue colorways were/are craze.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The tongue on these is a subtle tone-on-tone 3M material that catches the light all nice.

New Balance MT580 "Gore-Tex"

88. New Balance MT580 "Gore-Tex"

Released: 2009

With Neon Gore-Tex and 3M accents, the chances of you getting lost in a snowstorm wearing these acid brights is slim to none. The chance of you getting spotted drunk dancing on the dance floor, unfortunately, is quite high.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The MT580 was a Japan-only silhouette for years. Thanks to the Internet making this a "small world," now we're all set.

Nike x Michael Lau Air Force 1 "Crazy Force 1"

87. Michael Lau x Nike Air Force 1 "Crazy Force 1"

Released: 2008

This Air Force takes its inspiration from the madness that is sneaker culture. Lau used quilted leather to represent the padded cell, as well as lace tags that read "Crazy" and "Smiles." Not sure if he himself is crazy for the sneakers or if this was a take on the whole culture, but either way it produced a great looking shoe.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Part of the Nike 1World Series, these were available in Hong Kong and came packaged with a "Crazy Michael" vinyl figure.

Vans x Aaron LaCrate x Milkcrate x Lucien Pellat-Finet Sk8-Hi

86. Aaron LaCrate x Milkcrate x Lucien Pellat-Finet x Vans Sk8-Hi

Released: 2006

Bodymore Murderland DJ Aaron LaCrate got together with $2000 cashmere sweater master Lucien Pellat Finet at a party in Colette, and the two started collaborating. These sneakers are the third in a series of projects between the two. Milkcrate is LaCrate's clothing line.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
This Fall, Lucien Pellat-Finet is collaborating with Japanese artist Mr. on a series of sweaters, T-shirts, and bedding

Nike Air Max 360 Hybrid x Air Max '97 "One Time Only - Originals Series"

85. Nike Air Max 360 Hybrid x Air Max '97 "One Time Only - Originals Series"

Released: 2006

When the silver/red Air Max 97 dropped, the full-length air bubble marked a first in technology for Nike. When Nike launched the Air Max 360, the brand doubled up by using a 100-percent air spread around a 360-degree air bubble. The "One Time Only" pack was designed to hype the 360 launch; it combined classic uppers-from iconic Air Maxes like the Air Max 90, 95, and Footscape-with the 360 footbed, in original and shop colorways.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The packed was dubbed "One Time Only" because Nike didn't have plans to re-release the special hybrids.

Gourmet L'un (epi leather)

84. Gourmet L'un (epi leather)

Released: 2009

You might recognize the Epi Leather detailing from a lady friend's LV wallet material. Gourmet's Spring 2009 collection silenced critics of the brand who attacked them for being Jordan swag-jackers.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Gourmet collaborated with UNDFTD on a white/black colorway of the Epi Leather sneakers for a forthcoming release.

Umbro by Kim Jones Runner

83. Umbro by Kim Jones Runner

Released: 2007

This slot on the list exists to memorialize the UBKJ line; it died too young The clothing and sneakers were tight, but the distribution never made its way to sneaker heads. Maybe the price was too high? Either way, a damn shame.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Opening Ceremony will be releasing some of the Kim Jones styles again as part of a re-release pack, so keep your eyes peeled.

S x Invisible Man

82. éS x Invisible Man

Released: 2005

The first real collab in the cool-guy skate sphere by Mr. Andrew Lee, Dr. New Evil. These sneakers may have been a little before their time, but that's how most good things come, right?

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These were only available in 8 stores across the U.S. The rest went to the Japanese.

etnies PAS Gratitude Rap Hi

81. etnies PAS Gratitude Rap Hi

Released: 2006

Pierre Andre Senizergues, founder of Sole Technology and the etnies/éS/Emerica conglomerate, gifted a series of sneakers to special friends in 2006, a series that included these incredible blue suede shoes.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These are harder to find than the Pro Low B "Smurfs" (because only friends of PAS got them and no one really re-sold them), and arguably just as cool.

Nike Air Max Current 90 Huarache

80. Nike Air Max Current 90 Huarache

Released: 2009

The swoosh combined the Air Max 90, the Air Current, the Free, Flywire technology, and the Nike Huarache. If it sounds like too much, have a long look. The perfect storm of hybridization and an instant classic.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
A "Hufquake" treatment will appear on shelves this October 1 as a Quickstrike. Not as good as the all black, but if you need a special color-up to put you in a buying mood, there you go.

Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists Chuck Taylor All Star by Wood Wood

79. Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists Chuck Taylor All Star by Wood Wood

Released: 2008

The Copenhagen-based shop and brand Wood Wood designed these minimal Chuck Taylors that seem innocent...until you put them on your feet. People with gunboats run the risk of looking like they're wearing purple clown shoes, but they look awesome on us.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Wood Wood's clothing line developed from a small run of T-shirts into a full-fledged clothing line. Talk about building a rock from a pebble.

Nike x DJ Clark Kent Air Trainer 1 "112 pack"

78. DJ Clark Kent x Nike Air Trainer 1 "112 pack"

Released: 2008

DJ Clark Kent knows his shit (see: breaking Jay-Z). What else does he know? Sneakers. Clark did a three-pack for Nike in '08 consisting of an Air Force One, Air Max 1, and this standout Air Trainer 1. The neon gray/green colorway has always been a sneakerhead favorite (think 95s), but Clark's fresh take incorporated elephant print and 3M.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The "112" in the title of the pack bigs up Brooklyn, where all the ZIP codes start 112.

Common Projects Safari Boot Nylon

77. Common Projects Safari Boot Nylon

Released: 2009

In 2008, Common Projects introduced the Safari Boot silhouette and immediately established itself as a leader in luxury footwear. In 2009, the CP team did this all-nylon style, a sick switch-up from their usual leather and suede make-ups.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Common Projects prints the serial number and size indication of each sneaker in gold on the outside of the heel on all its shoes.

DC Shoes x SSUR "The SSUR"

76. SSUR x DC Shoes "The SSUR"

Released: 2005

Ruslan Karablin, aka SSUR, is a Coney Island-bred New Yorker, a proud Russian-American through and through. DC asked for a little dose of his cool through a collaboration and he came with this sick sneaker in a caviar-inspired box.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
JAMIE Story (aka J$) helped with the design of this sneaker, pushing for the white/red/black Jordan colorway that also dropped.

Reebok x Audet Pump Omni Lite

75. Audet x Reebok Pump Omni Lite

Released: 2007

All gold with reptilian detailing, and Japanese to boot. Mark our words: Gigantic puffy sneakers will come back. If you find these in an outlet somewhere, cop 'em and shrink-wrap that shit.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
One of the great "Oops" moments of the Reebok franchise. These were a Japan release that everyone was frothing over, but by the time they finally dropped in the U.S., it was too late and gold kicks were a little passé.

Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists Chuck Taylor All Star by Hiroshi Fujiwara

74. Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists Chuck Taylor All Star by Hiroshi Fujiwara

Released: 2008

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Converse tapped a series of artists to drop sneakers throughout the year, with proceeds going to the Global Fund. Hiroshi Fujiwara came correct with the colored toecap at the price-was-right mark of $72. Product (RED), we see you.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Converse later recycled the colored toecap design idea for its CTS line.

Vans x Supreme Half Cab

73. Supreme NYC x Vans Half Cab

Released: 2006

Vans and Supreme had been collaborating for a bit, but these checker-heavy make-ups really brought attention to the series. The response to these was so strong, Supreme has had trouble keeping the new drops quiet ever since.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The heel of all Supreme x Vans sneakers feature an "Off The Wall, Supreme" logo.

Nike Air Max LeBron 7

72. Nike Air Max LeBron 7

Released: 2009

Too soon? FOH. The world has been waiting for a dope LeBron sneaker since the young lion first stepped on professional hardwood, and this Fall Nike delivers. The Air Max LeBron 7 features Flywire and a completely visible air sole that has basketball fans going nuts.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These are the first LeBron sneaker to switch from Zoom Air to Air Max tech.

adidas x VA ZX 9000 A to ZX

71. VA x adidas ZX 9000 A to ZX

Released: 2008

The three stripes seem to have found their greatest success through pack projects, and in an attempt to re-invigorate the ZX series, adidas teamed with a shop for each letter of the alphabet. A to ZX, get it?

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Jersey material on sneakers isn't conducive to wear and tear, but it makes for some of the sickest styles. Something to keep in mind if you're ever designing a sneaker and you're not going to be the one paying for it.

adidas Originals ObyO David Beckham ZX 8000

70. adidas Originals ObyO David Beckham ZX 8000

Released: 2009

This neon colorway is bringing the idea of bright sneakers back (forward?) through the haze of neutral tones that has been dominating the game as of late. James Bond's UNDFTD crew designed these and two other silos for the athlete David Beckham as an attempt to get Posh's husband some cool points.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
In addition to a boot and a mid, a series of premium Beckham gear also launched with these sneakers. The Beckham Spring 2010 line is going to blow this one out of the water.

Nike x Geoff McFetridge Vandal

69. Geoff McFetridge x Nike Vandal

Released: 2003

These were designed by artist Geoff McFetridge with an easter egg — once frayed, the sneaker reveals another shiny lining under the pinstripe material.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Kanye West wore these in his "Kanye's Beatdown Column" for Complex Magazine back in the day.

Vans Syndicate x W)Taps "Wings" Authentic "S"

68. W)Taps x Vans Syndicate "Wings" Authentic "S"

Released: 2006

Japanese Designer TET of W)Taps created these Authentics for the third season of the Vans Syndicate line (Fall 2006).

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
In addition to the Wings series, TET also did a "Bones" pattern that included a Slip On, Chukka, and Sk8-Hi.

Nike Half Cent

67. Nike Half Cent

Released: 2009

Because Penny Hardaway's career was injury-plagued, it didn't pan out like everyone expected. That didn't stop Nike from combining all of Anfernee's signature shoes into one as an homage to the shooting guard, though. Nike even brought back the hilarious Lil' Penny character for the marketing roll-out.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Hardaway got the nickname "Penny" (which happens to be the name of his first shoe with Nike) because his grandmother used to call him "Pretty" in a southern accent.

Nike x Nom de Guerre Air 180 (iD)

66. Nom de Guerre x Nike Air 180 (iD)

Released: 2005

These sneakers dropped right before Nike iD re-launched, and the product is very 2005-iD, except for the screenprinted "Nom de Guerre" laces and special box that they came with. Are screenprinted laces worth an extra $100? Yes. Some sites called them women's kicks, but these were designed for whoever was there to cop at 11AM on a Saturday.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Before it was a super-fancy cool guy spot (no shots, we love that place), Nom de Guerre was the Tier Zero drop point for all things limited and Nike.

Supra Sktyop "TUF"

65. Supra Sktyop "TUF"

Released: 2008

The Gold/Silver Skytops are dope because they started it off (you'll see those in a few), but the TUFs get an additional post for being so dope. The "TUF" styles were originally conceived to have tougher materials so skaters could wear them longer before wearing them out.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The Palms casino in Las Vegas got a custom white version of these for its nightlife promoters, and there will be a grey TUF sneaker dropping this fall at premier Supra accounts.

Nike Air Force 1 High Luxe

64. Nike Air Force 1 High Lux

Released: 2004

Black-on-black Air Force Ones always moved units, but when Nike made this high featuring luxury materials, everyone stepped up. The leather was of a higher quality than the Air Force 1 norm at the time, and dropped at a time when "special" actually meant special.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
This was the first Air Force 1 High to feature woven panels.

Nike SB Dunk High Pro "T-19"

63. Nike SB Dunk High Pro "T-19"

Released: 2005

Nike SB skateboarder Iwasaki Shingo designed these, and took the opportunity to shout out his skate crew on the tongue. Coming at a time when the market was deluged with crazy-ass SBs, this was one of the most wearable-to-Mom's-house-for-dinner sneakers.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
T-19 is a skate and fixed gear crew. Only in Japan.

Reebok x Commonwealth Pump Omni Lite

62. Commonwealth x Reebok Pump Omni Lite

Released: 2007

The Virginia Beach shop Commonwealth has been a trend staple for years, partly because of one of its major investors (Pharrell), but more so because of Omar Quiambao, the main dude/buyer/founder/trend keeper for the store.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
This sneaker was so well-received that Commonwealth re-released a second version in 2009 with a similar color palette.

Vans x Dave's Quality Meat Chukka "3 Feet High"

61. DQM x Vans Chukka "3 Feet High"

Released: 2007

The first three-way collaboration between Dave's Quality Meats, HUF, and Kicks/HI saw each of the three shops designing signature colorways of the Vans Chukka.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Shop proprietors Ian Ginoza, Keith Hufnagel, and Dave Ortiz/Chris Keefe all grew up skating together.

Air Jordan Retro IV "Lightning"

60. Air Jordan Retro IV "Lightning"

Released: 2006

Jordan's first try at an online release wound up catering to iSneakerheads, which can be a good or bad thing, depending on who you are. If you're Michael Jordan, we're guessing it's not the best thing, as his company never did an online "secret sale" like this again.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The colorways of the sneaker (black/yellow and yellow/black) were designed to celebrate the Jordan motorcycle team.

Vans x Proper Long Beach Native American LX

59. Proper Long Beach x Vans Native American LX

Released: 2008

Tristan Caruso and his team of Long Beach super-designers created a pack of remixes on the Native American, Authentic, and Chukka del Barco for this shop exclusive pack that dropped over the holidays.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Complex named these "The Greatest Sneakers of 2008." Don't hate.

Visvim x UNDFTD FBT

58. UNDFTD x Visvim FBT

Released: 2008

Visvims are extremely expensive, which practically knocked them out of the "sneaker" bracket when the brand first debuted (today, $500 kicks are sadly common). The product slowly became a fixture in the scene, and now the brand is synonymous with Japanese luxury goods.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
This is was the first time Visvim collaborated with a non-Japanese brand. Eddie Cruz picked faux crocodile skin for the toecap, colors inspired by the Air Jordan, and an UNDFTD logo etched on the back.

Nike x Bobbito Air Force 1 High "Wheat"

57. Bobbito x Nike Air Force 1 High "Wheat"

Released: 2007

Legendary DJ Bobbito Garcia did a two-sneaker "Hiking Pack" that took design cues from popular New York boot staples. Besides this "Wheat" colorway, Bobbito also produced a "Beef & Broccoli" color-up.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Bobbito is an avid streetballer and penned the sneaker bible Where'd You Get Those?

Nike Air Trainer 3B "Viotech"

56. Nike Air Trainer 3B "Viotech"

Released: 2002

This was a hood release that had everyone going nuts. It didn't re-sell too crazy because of the wide distribution, but get your hands on a pair today and you'll be stopped in the street.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Bright sneakers are coming back. We promise.

adidas x Neighborhood Gazelle

55. Neighborhood x adidas Gazelle

Released: 2006

These sneakers dropped as a relatively simple release, but for any Neighborhood fan, there was nothing simple about it. If you copped, you're psyched-these will stand the test of time. Lightning bolts never go out of style.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The designer of these kicks, Kazuki Kuraishi, does a seasonal capsule collection for the brand's Originals by Originals line.

adidas x Jeremy Scott Forum Hi "Money Runways"

54. Jeremy Scott x adidas Forum Hi "Money Runways"

Released: 2007

It's funny that the only time a sneaker covered in money becomes cool is when an over-the-top gay fashion designer creates them to pay homage to his love of hip-hop. Oh, how the world moves in circles.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These were originally designed exclusively for Jeremy Scott's runway show, but later turned into a limited release of 500 pairs.

Nike x Neighborhood Terminator "Boneyards"

53. Neighborhood x Nike Terminator "Boneyards"

Released: 2008

Stussy and Japanese-label Neighborhood did a capsule collection called the "Boneyards Collection", and got Nike to throw its hat in the ring. The three super-brands created three colorways of Blazers and these even more limited Terminators. The uppers are stamped with a pick-axe near the toe-box, the official logo of the Boneyards collection.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These are some of the very few sneakers to go swooshless in favor of a perf-ed check-a design element that appears on some Nike Lux sneakers today.

Nike Air Force 1 "HTM series"

52. Nike Air Force 1 "HTM series"

Released: 2002-2007

HTM stands for "Hiroshi, Tinker, Mark Parker," and was the ultimate three-person sneaker powerhouse. The crew designed a series of grown-up luxe products for the "adult sneakerhead" for several years. These AF1s were a standout.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Fujiwara's calling card is his signature lightning bolt logo that represents the design house Fragment.

Nike Air Force 1 "Cocoa Snake"

51. Nike Air Force 1 "Cocoa Snake"

Released: 2000

Can't knock the hustle. Part of the co.jp series of Nikes, these sneakers were part of a product line that Nike Japan used to teach the West how this sneaker thing is done.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These sneakers were such a hit that the product earned itself a 2006 re-release.

Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "True Reds"

50. Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "True Reds"

Released: 2003

If you're skating a pair of bright red kicks, you better be pretty good at what you're doing (or skating in a back alley somewhere). The flip colorway released for more modest consumers, but these were one of the first SBs that truly got our attention.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
It's one of the few SB Dunk Lows to feature an all-leather tongue.

A Bathing Ape x KAWS "Chompers"

49. A Bathing Ape x KAWS "Chompers"

Released: 2006

Just when the Bapesta was starting to get to the "Oh, we've seen that" point, KAWS came in and remixed the silo into crazed madness. Jay-Z was photographed in them, and from there it went nuts...until Nigo made 40 different versions of the shoe and killed it. The original white, black, and grey versions were a must, though.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
KAWS has collaborated with A Bathing Ape, Undercover, Real Mad Hectic, Bounty Hunter, Supreme, Marc Jacobs, and Medicom Toys. That's IT?

Kanye West for Louis Vuitton Jaspers

48. Kanye West for Louis Vuitton Jaspers

Released: 2009

Nike practically shit its pants when they heard that Kanye was doing this, and then practically hopped the G-4 to go kill him when they heard he would be releasing the sneakers a mere month after the Yeezys wrapped up. Well, you know what they say: you can't hold a fish underwater.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Ye's LV high-tops came in two colors, with retail prices bumping up against the four-digit range. These are named after Kanye's barber, Ibn Jasper.

Air Jordan Spiz'ike

47. Air Jordan Spiz'ike

Released: 2007

We've always been on the fence about Spiz'ikes. Some make you look like a douche, some are great. This second colorway fell into the latter category when they hit stores for a limited release. The Spiz'ike incorporates elements of the III, IV, V, VI, and IX and features Spike Lee's Mars Blackmon character on the heel

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Spike Lee has a sick NYC-colored pair that he's been seen rocking to Knicks home games.

Nike "Clerks Pack" Union Air 180s

46. Union x Nike Air Force 180 Low "Clerks Pack"

Released: 2005

Chris Gibbs of Union L.A. took Charles Barkley's shoes and spun them out of control in these rave-friendly colors. Part of the "Clerks Pack," this was Nike's shot at taking the bright color title away from SB. It succeeded.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The "Clerks Pack" included the Union 180 by Gibbs, the Stussy Blazer by Adam Weissman, and the UNDFTD Dunk NL by Fred Lozana.

Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "Paris"

45. Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "Paris"

Released: 2007

In conjunction with the "White Dunk: Evolution Of An Icon" event held in Paris, Nike SB pumped out 202 pairs of this sneaker. The artwork on the upper was cut from a canvas by late French painter Bernard Buffett, who passed away in 1999.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These never made it to the U.S....unless you count eBay.

Nike x Patta Air Max 90 "Homegrown"

44. Patta x Nike Air Max 90 "Homegrown"

Released: 2005

Patta started out as a sneaker shop in Amsterdam without any sneaker accounts, and the shop got a Nike collab before it even officially sold Nikes! Friends at record label Top Notch were offered a Nike collab, and the crew demanded that Patta be involved.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
An orange version released as the shop-only Hyperstrike, and the green version was sold at ultra-limited Amsterdam retail spots.

Nike SB Dunk High Pro "HUF"

43. Nike SB Dunk High Pro "HUF"

Released: 2004

Keith Hufnagel's skateshop HUF collabed on these Dunk High SBs with a double San Francisco theme: Giants colorways for the fans, and tie-dye for the hippies of Haight-Ashbury. They're even better today.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
HUF started as a retail space in 2002 and has since grown into multiple locations and a clothing line. Team riders include Alex Olson, Zered Basset, Julian Stranger, Omar Salazar, and Bobby Worrest.

Nike x Maharishi Terminator "DPM"

42. Maharishi x Nike Terminator "DPM"

Released: 2004

Maharishi founder Hardy Blechman put together Disruptive Pattern Material, a book dissecting all the different types of camouflage. He teamed up with Nike to release these Terminators and help drive hype behind the book launch. Instead of the usual NIKE on the back heel, these read "DPM".

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The sneakers featured light gray camo and neon orange, a color theme that designer Hardy Blechman would flip into additional items like collab speakers.

Nike SB x Tinker Hatfield Zoom Air Elite P-Rod 1

41. Nike SB Zoom Air Elite P-Rod 1 "Tinker Hatfield"

Released: 2005

To celebrate the first signature sneaker on Nike Skateboarding for Paul Rodriguez, the Swoosh asked a series of Nike design superheroes like Stash, Futura, and Tinker Hatfield to do special versions of P-Rod's sneaker. Top-top-tier skate shops each got a few of these, with a couple hitting retail. This was the first time the Jordan logo was officially used on a Nike sneaker at retail. When you're Tinker, no one tells you no.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Before his fame as a pro skateboarder, P-Rod worked at Albertson's supermarket. An early sample featured Albertson's logos on the toebox. Not sure what that has to do with P-Rod as the next Jordan — we'll guess it's something between him and Tinker.

Kanye West For Louis Vuitton Don's

40. Kanye West For Louis Vuitton Don's

Released: 2009

Kanye's Yeezys were a show-stopper, but the Don's came in at a close second. Basketball players and other sponsored athletes rejoiced at the opportunity to rock a "non-compete" fashion sneaker on the red carpets-those who could get their hands on a pair, at least.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The shoe's high back collar was inspired by jackets worn in the movie Dune.

Reebok x Alife "Ballin' Out" Court Victory Pump

39. ALIFE x Reebok Court Victory Pump "Ballin' Out"

Released: 2006

The first collaboration between ALIFE and Reebok was a production of 48 pairs, designed for Lower East Side tennis games (yeah, right).

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The ALIFE guys just couldn't help themselves, and later released black, white, orange, and pink versions.

Supra Muska Skytop "Gold/Silver"

38. Supra Muska Skytop "Gold/Silver"

Released: 2007

Chad Muska's signature shoe took the skate/cool-guy world by storm when Mickey Factz Jay-Z wore them in Rihanna's "Umbrella" video back in 2007. The Sktyop went on to rule 2008.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The Skytop had dropped in sick colorways (polka dots, all whites) before the gold, but it took the Midas touch and a catchy face to make the numbers go platinum.

Nike x Foot Patrol Air Stab

37. Foot Patrol x Nike Air Stab

Released: 2005

The Air Stab, designed by Tinker Hatfield, was first released in 1988. London-based sneaker shop Foot Patrol re-introduced the classic runner to sneaker nerds in 2005 by getting these kicks on the feet of a pretty lady on the cover of Complex. The release was one of the more confusing drops, with pairs popping up in a number of random Tier 0 accounts little by little after the initial Foot Patrol drop.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
General release Air Stabs were taken off U.K. shelves in 2008 because news reporters attributed a series of stabbings amongst British youth to the sneakers' influence. Jeeeeesus.

Nike SB Blazer Pro x Supreme NYC

36. Supreme NYC x Nike SB Blazer Pro

Released: 2006

Supreme went on a little hiatus following its 2004 go-'round, but came back strong, turning the Nike Blazer into a comfortable, wearable SB inspired by '80s retro flash (Gucci, Cazal, MCM).

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Before the Supreme sneaker, there were no Blazer SBs. Following the Supreme Blazer, the Nike SB Blazer has become one of the more popular sneakers among real skateboarders. Not that one necessarily made the other happen; we're just sayin'.

Nike x Stüssy Court Force

35. Stüssy x Nike Court Force

Released: 2005

Nike teamed up with Stüssy on a multi-month drop of these, sending fiends back to the well multiple times. The Stussy World Tour cities are scribed on the piping of the upper.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Nike and Stüssy followed this "World Tour Preview" series with a set of "World Tour" Free 5.0s, Dunk Highs, and Air Trainer Dunk lows the next year.

Nike Sb Dunk Low Pro "Reese Forbes/Hunter"

34. Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "Reese Forbes/Hunter"

Released: 2004

You can't really beat a safety-orange quilted liner. Brian Herman tried, but as far as Dunk SBs are concerned, this has one of the craziest combos of materials while still staying wearable. Matt Irving at the Delphi Collective worked with Forbes on the design — a group that ended up partnering with Element and Nike on additional special projects.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Reese Forbes' Dunk collaborations rank amongst the top SBs of all time: the original Wheats, the Denims, and these. Bang bang.

Nike Air Force 1 High "Head Automatica"

33. Nike Air Force 1 High "Head Automatica"

Released: 2004

Around this time, Nike was doing a series of music collaborations, and this Head Automatica was so cool-looking that people way beyond the fan base got involved. Unfortunately, it was designed just for just a few heads, as there wasn't even a Head Automatica album dropping at the time.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Head Automatica has an album coming out this year called Swan Damage. We're not holding our breath for another shoe.

Nike Hyperdunk McFly

32. Nike Hyperdunk McFly

Released: 2008

Sneakerheads like Canadian Al Cabino petitioned for Nike to re-produce the hover-board shoes Marty Mcfly wore in Back To the Future Part II, and although the swoosh has yet to give in, the consolation prize was this Hyperdunk drop. The colorway mimicked McFly's scheme in the movie, and when the sneakers released to UNDFTD, Kobe Bryant was on hand to sign autographs out of a Delorean.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The 2008 U.S.A basketball team wore Hyperdunks (not the Mcfly colorway) when they won the gold medal in the Beijing Summer Olympic Games.

Nike Air Force One "Linen"

31. Nike Air Force One "Linen"

Released: 2001

Maybe Cam'ron made pink cool, but the Linens drove it home. These sneakers launched as a Japan-only co.jp release and are sick sick sick.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
After the first colorway did so well in 2001, Nike did a linen/university blue make-up as a general release in March 2007.

Nike Sportswear x KAWS Air Max 90 Current

30. KAWS x Nike Sportswear Air Max 90 Current

Released: 2008

This release was slightly confusing, with a similarly colored KAWS Air Max 90 Current and KAWS Air Max 90 dropping around the same time. It's cool, though, both were dope. The Currents were only available to purchase at Nike Sportswear shops in NYC and LA, and the Original Fake flagship in Tokyo.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The Air Max Current 90s are designed as running shoes, along the lines of the Air Max 90. We're pretty sure no one's running in these KAWS make-ups, though.

Nike Sportswear x DQM Dunk High Perf

29. DQM x Nike Sportswear Dunk High Perf

Released: 2008

Perforated leather isn't uncommon on sneakers, but perforated nubuck and tone-on-tone coloring made these bangers. Dave's Quality Meat collaborated with Nike Sportswear on three each-better-than-the-next colorways (Cave Purple, Ice Green, Industrial Blue), and were the first Nike retail sneaker to feature a shop logo on the tongue. There was also a shop-only black version Hyperstrike that didn't go to retail.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Complex made a hilarious (if we do say so ourselves) commercial for the release.

Nike x Stash Air Max 95

28. Stash x Nike Air Max 95

Released: 2006

The decade's most coveted AM95 released alongside a Premium Air Force 1 during that brief period when everyone was a sneakerhead. The line these caused at NYC and SF Nort locations made TV. Peep that speckled sole-crack!

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Stash's first collaboration with Nike was a Air Max Classic BW in a similar colorway.

Nike x Mr. Cartoon L.A. Air Force 1 Low

27. Mr. Cartoon L.A. x Nike Air Force 1 Low

Released: 2003

There are many Mr. Cartoon sneakers, but none capture the feel of L.A. and Cartoon's style like these Air Force 1s. The embroidery and etching are taken from original Mr. Cartoon artwork.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The Hyperstrike version of these sneakers featured a spiderweb pattern on the toebox inspired by jail tattoos.

Nike x CLOT Air Max 1 "Kiss of Death"

26. CLOT x Nike Air Max 1 "Kiss of Death"

Released: 2006

A collaboration between Nike and Hong Kong lifestyle brand CLOT. This linerless sneaker was designed by MC Yan and featured suede, ostrich skin, snakeskin, and a transparent plastic toebox.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
There are only three official Nikes to have clear toeboxes: the Espo Air Force II, the "Invisible Woman" Air Force 1, and these. Everything else is either a fake or a sample.

TAS x UNDFTD Tasmania low

25. UNDFTD x TAS Tasmania low

Released: 2004

L.A.-based UNDFTD took business across the Pacific and hooked up with Japanese brand Tas for a collab series that included Bulls, Celtics, and Knicks versions.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
If you live in L.A., go into UNDFTD and annoy those guys about getting this brand back on shelves (if it still exists, anyway-we can't read Japanese). One of our favorite series of sneakers and sneaker silhouettes, hands down.

adidas x Dave's Quality Meats x J$ Adicolor Low Consortium Series

24. DQM x J$ x adidas Adicolor Low Consortium Series

Released: 2006

Pro-skater-turned-clothing-designer JAMIE Story was picked to design this special sneaker as DQM's addition to the top tier of adidas' Adicolor series.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Other shop/artist pairings included Twist (Barry McGee) for HUF (San Francisco), Jim Lambie for The Hideout (London), Claude Closky for Colette (Paris), Black Tiger Studio for Styles (Tokyo), and Wood Wood, who decided to design the sneakers themselves.

Air Jordan Retro IV "Rare Air"

23. Air Jordan Retro IV "Rare Air"

Released: 2005

Nike started going crazy with its laser machine in the early 2000s, and the Rare Airs mark the end of the era of good ones. The trend continued for another year and a half, but these were the last really dope sneakers to feature lasered leather (plus these dropped when the technique was still considered rare).

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The etching on these sneakers is inspired by the etching on the Air Jordan XX sneakers.

Asics x Patta Gel Lyte III

22. Patta x ASICS GEL Lyte III

Released: 2007

This sneaker design takes inspiration from Amsterdam's red shield (crosses on the laces and lining) and the green doors of the canals. Change the red to orange, and you've got yourself two of Amsterdam's finest — the shield and the orange/green goodness that the city is so well known for.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Patta has been celebrating its 5th anniversary this year and is releasing a ton of special products and collaborations—stay on the lookout.

Nike x Barneys New York x Kidrobot Air Max 1

21. Barneys New York x Kidrobot x Nike Air Max 1

Released: 2005

Nike and Barneys got together for an exclusive set of Air Max 1s to be sold at the Madison Avenue location of Barneys NY and tapped Kid Robot to design the sneakers. The triangle-offense approach worked and Kid Robot pumped out two of the most interesting colorways people have seen on Tinker's Air Max 1 — black, and the more limited pink version, in ultra-buttery leather.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The two colorways were designed to match Kidrobot's pink and gold 1986 Maserati Quattroporte III Royale car.

Nike Dunk SB High x Supreme NYC "Stars"

20. Supreme NYC x Nike Dunk SB High "Stars"

Released: 2003

Nike SB's second Dunk collaboration with New York skate shop Supreme came in red/white, orange/white, and blue/white with gold stars. People were ready for the hype following the Dunk Lows from the year before, and collectors were out en masse for round two.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Supreme has had an around-the-block line out its door for every SB collaboration release except for the Nike SB x Supreme Delta Force 3/4. That one just went down the block.

Nike Air Force 1 Low Premium "UENO"

19. Nike Air Force 1 Low Premium "UENO"

Released: 2005

This Japanese Tier Zero release was a regional collaboration for the Ueno area of Tokyo. Tier Zero accounts are the premier global accounts and offer the best the brand has to offer.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The cherry blossom embroidery on the toebox is a traditional Japanese icon of spring.

Stash 1 Night Only Air Force One

18. Stash x Nike Air Force One "1 Night Only"

Released: 2007

As Air Force 1s go, these are the get. At the December 2006 "1 Night Only" celebration of the Air Force 1, attendees voted on the ultimate Air Force 1. Everyone who voted on the winner (231 people for the Stash) received a special release of the Stash "Fat Cap" Air Force 1 High, individually numbered.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Some of the boxes were decorated by Stash himself, a top-tier collector's get (and the ultimate eBay tracker!).

adidas x Neighborhood Superstar 35th Anniversary Consortium Pack

17. Neighborhood x adidas Superstar 35th Anniversary Consortium Pack

Released: 2004

The adidas brand celebrated the 35th anniversary of its Superstar with a super-pack of 35 different sneakers, including footwear designed by the top-tier Consortium series of shops. Neighborhood carries significant weight amongst Japanese collectors, helping make this one of the most desirable of the group.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Other shops in the Consortium series included UNDFTD (L.A.), D-Mop (Hong Kong), Union (L.A., NYC), Footpatrol (London), and T.A.T.E.

Nike Dunk SB High x De La Soul

16. Nike Dunk SB High x De La Soul

Released: 2005

These sneakers, designed by De La themselves, are a lot to look at. Both the Dunk High and Low were inspired by the box art from 3 Feet High and Rising, and dropped in a similar timeframe to the Melvins Dunk. It's crazy that this sneaker happened, and that Nike got The Melvins on board was even crazier. That's another story for another list, though.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Iron Maiden got a Dunk High SB as well-a 24-pair release made specifically for the band.

Nike Dunk High "N.E.R.D/Pharrell"

15. Nike Dunk High "N.E.R.D/Pharrell"

Released: 2005

Part of a music artist series that dropped in '05, these were done during Skingraft P's subtler days. The graphic embossed on the heel is N.E.R.D.'s brain logo.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
These attained Top 5 status on our heavily debated "Top 50 Dunks Feature"

Nike SB Dunk HighPro "Unkle"

14. Nike SB Dunk HighPro "Unkle"

Released: 2004

A design based on the band U.N.K.L.E., featuring artwork from longtime collaborator Futura. These dropped at the height of SB hype, which immediately made them sell for crazy prices and makes them hard to find at a reasonable price today.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Futura has designed all of U.N.K.L.E.'s album artwork and imagery, causing some to think that he's in the band (originally started in 1994 by James Lavelle and Tim Goldsworthy, and including DJ Shadow for a time). He's not.

Nike Air Force 1 Low "UNDFTD"

13. Nike Air Force 1 Low "UNDFTD"

Released: 2006

The zig-zaggy design toe-box were a shout out to keffiyeh wearers across the States, and the contrasting internal swoosh (blue on the purple side) made these a W for the store that never loses.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
When these released on May 20, 2006 at the Santa Monica UNDFTD location, the interior of the shop was re-done in all purple. KILLA!

Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Cali"

12. Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Cali"

Released: 2004

This sneaker is inspired by the California state flag, and is solid through and through. Should you have copped then? Yes. Should you spend $500-700 now? Choose your own adventure. We're buying a plane ticket to Hawaii.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Some sites refer to these as a 444-pair Cali-only release, but we got ours in New York, so who knows.

Nike Dunk SB High "Lucky"

11. Nike Dunk SB High "Lucky"

Released: 2004

These were the O.G. version of Supra's gold Skytops. Haha. Kidding, kidding. So sick, seven on the knuckle, and rumored to have been a 777-pair release globally.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The counterpart "Un-Luckys" are black and red and feature an embroidered "13".

Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Jedi"

10. Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Jedi"

Released: 2004

Nike bridged the gap between skaters and Star Wars geeks with this colorway that pays homage to the powerful Jedi Master Yoda from Star Wars. Who knew neon laces could make the kids go so nuts? So sick.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
DJ Clark Kent has been seen rocking "Jedi" Air Force Ones that he whipped up in the iK.

Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Pigeon"

9. Staple Design x Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Pigeon"

Released: 2005

This ultra-short release of sneakers designed by Jeff Staple caused a riot that made the front cover of the NY Post. It was part of a city series that included the Paris, London, and Tokyo White Dunk.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Staple's pigeon design has become a calling card. It has since colored up New Balance 574s, a Converse Seastar, Kangol hats, and a Lomo camera.

Nike Air Max 90 "Bacon"

8. DQM x Nike Air Max 90 "Bacon"

Released: 2004

Keeping up with its butcher shop theme, Dave's Quality Meat proprietor Dave Ortiz took the best ingredient from the hangover breakfast staple (holler atcha bacon, egg and cheese sandwich) and flipped it into this meat AM90 colorway. The sneakers were re-released on August 25, 2006, with pairs that were "left over from original launch."

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The original drop released alongside a special Hyperstrike version that featured a Dave's Quality Meat logo on the tongue and scuff marks on the leather to mimic bacon fat.

adidas x A Bathing Ape Super Ape Star

7. A Bathing Ape x adidas Super Ape Star

Released: 2003

Full-blown Bape-mania had already set in overseas, but only United States super collectors and cool guys knew what was going and got these on time. There was no looking back from here, though, as the Bapesters were in town before anyone knew it. Still an amazing get.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
There were several Bathing Ape colorways on this collaboration. In addition to the camo one shown here, the two brands produced a snakeskin Ape Skate and a simple white version (at a not-so-simple price).

Nike Dunk SB Low x Supreme NYC

6. Supreme NYC x Nike Dunk SB Low

Released: 2002

The New York brand and shop teamed with Nike SB and turned out two Dunks inspired by the Air Jordan III. The shoes were only released at Supreme flagship locations in New York and Japan, and became the benchmark by which all cool-guy eBay transactions were (and are?) made.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Although the two brands collaborate nearly every year, Supreme hasn't done another Dunk Low SB since these dropped.

Nike Air Yeezy

5. Nike Air Yeezy

Released: 2009

Kanye's Nikes were shrouded in mystery for over a year before they finally saw a much-anticipated release in April 2009. Two more colorways followed in May and June, and all three had even the most jaded sneakerheads lining up for the glow-in-the-dark moon shoes.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The sneakers first debuted on Kanye's feet at the Grammys. How he performed on stage and got back to his hotel that night without talking about them, we have no idea.

Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Tiffany"

4. Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Tiffany"

Released: 2005

Diamond Supply founder Nick Tershay created one of the most hyped SBs by leaking a MySpace photo of him holding them up. Somehow, they lived up to the hype... and then some. DiamondsTiffany.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Tom Cruise is one of the few thousand who sat in line/called in a favor to get his hands on a pair of these rarities.

Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Heineken"

3. Nike Dunk SB Low Pro "Heineken"

Released: 2003

Great beer, better sneaker. Nike SB interpreted the Heineken bottle for its SB line, part of a pack that was supposed to include PBR, Newcastle, and Dos Equis-inspired sneakers. Once Heineken got wind of the sneaker, they pressed Nike to take the shoes off shelves, making them even more sought-after and starting an online copping frenzy. We smell a Streisand effect!

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Heineken still requests that Nike pull auctions of this shoe off eBay, even though 99 percent of the ones you see on there are fakes.

Nike x ESPO Air Force II

2. ESPO x Nike Air Force II

Released: 2004

Graffiti artist ESPO dropped these and the world went nuts, bringing about abnormally long lines outside of Niketown and multiple writeups in magazines and newspapers. Nike tried to recapture invisible toe-box magic with the Invisible Woman AF1s that dropped a few years ago, but everyone knows you can't repeat greatness.

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
Complex x Espo is next. Yeahhhhhhhh. *Jeezy Voice*

Air Jordan x UNDFTD Air Jordan IV

1. UNDFTD x Air Jordan IV

Released: 2005

Here it is. The rarest and most desired IVs to ever hit retail (kind of). The original drop was 72 pairs and was made available through an UNDFTD raffle (that you had to buy a T-shirt to enter) and through a charity auction. Released on June 23, 2005, these are the top sneaker of the decade. Suck it, Roos!

YOU AUGHTA KNOW:
The sneaker was inspired by the design of the MA-1 Flight Jacket, and the tongue on the sneaker features a Velcro tear-away patch that can be switched out with the patch on the matching UNDFTD interpretation of the classic military jacket.