Nike leads with consistent innovation and iconic styles after 50 years. Adidas excels in retro and forward-looking designs, collaborating with fashion icons. New Balance pioneered chunky sneakers since early 1900s. Converse offers classic basketball shoes and canvas kicks. Vans maintains authentic skate culture with affordable, unpretentious designs
Founded in Malden, California with recognizable star logo. Charles Chuck H. Taylor promoted brand as full-time job. First appeared on basketball arenas. Currently fully owned by Nike
Nike Waffle Racer (1972) created using wife's waffle iron for track advantage. Air 180 (1991) introduced first 180-degree Air unit with exposed bubble. Nike Pegasus (1983) launched as first affordable running shoe
Louis Vuitton founded in 1854, known for impeccable craftsmanship and Monogram Canvas logo. Gucci established in 1921, merging fashion with art through collaborations. Versace founded in 1978, featuring bold designs and Greek/Roman motifs. Dior created "New Look" in 1946, known for iconic designs like Bar Suit. Hermès founded in 1837, known for high-quality leather goods
Nike pioneered innovative technologies like Air cushioning and Flyknit. Air Jordan revolutionized sneaker culture in 1985 with Michael Jordan collaboration. Adidas established in 1949, known for Boost cushioning system. Converse laid foundation for modern sneakers with Chuck Taylor All Star. Vans pioneered skate shoes, now world's biggest skate shoe manufacturer
Founded by Marquis Mills Converse in 1908 as Converse Rubber Shoe Company. Initially produced winterized rubber shoes and boots. Introduced basketball line in 1916, All-Star shoes became popular during World War I. Chuck Taylor became brand ambassador in 1922, adding signature to All-Stars in 1932