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Nike's Air Max line is one of the most important in sneaker history. Among the classics in the longstanding collection is the Air Max 90, a Tinker Hatfield-designed shoe that made its debut in 1990.

At our ComplexCon Chicago debut, the Zen Booth created a visual homage to the Jordan Brand legacy. Lucky attendees who signed up for the Zen App got a chance to win a pair of Jordans and be part of its history. This episode feature commentary by PJ Tucker, Marcus Jordan, Joe Fresh Goods and more.

The UK is divided both geographically and trend wise when it comes to sneakers (trainers). In the north football culture reigns supreme, while London is inspired by hip-hop and grime music. This episode features commentary by Dizzee Rascal, Gary Aspden, Mubi Ali, DJ Target, Full Size Run's Matt Welty, and more.

Sole Origins heads to Germany to go inside the global headquarters of sneaker companies Adidas and Puma and uncovers the long-time rivalry between both brands. Berlin's biggest sneaker boutique owners talk about how the fall of the Berlin Wall jump started sneaker culture in Germany's biggest city.

Sole Origins is Complex’s captivating docu-series that uncovers the untold stories of the most elusive sneakers from Chicago, London, and Germany. Interviews with Sneaker Shopping’s Joe La Puma.

Season 2 of Sole Origins is kicking off in Chicago! Find out how Michael Jordan and his brand influenced the a new generation of creatives in the city including Kanye West and Virgil Abloh.

On the season finale of Sole Origins, the Zen Booth takes over ComplexCon 2018 with the biggest sneaker giveaway. Lucky attendees who signed up for the Zen App got a chance to win and wear the rarest sneaker grails.

Professional skateboarders, Eric Koston and Paul Rodriguez breakdown the history of skate and sneaker culture.

Sole Origins heads to Paris to find out how street culture and high fashion helped shape the sneaker landscape in the City of Lights. Interviews with Collette founder, Sarah Andelman, fashion blogger Ugly Mely and the founders of Quai 54.

Sneaker writer Russ Bengtson hits the streets of Tokyo in search of the city's most sought after sneakers and explores Japanese sneaker culture, while Atmos founder Hommyo Hidefumi, and basketball expert Yoichuro Kitadate and break down Japan's love for the Nike Air Max and the Air Jordan.

Sole Origins is Complex's newest docu-series that will uncover the untold stories of the most elusive sneakers from NYC, Tokyo, Paris and Los Angeles. Interviews with Joe La Puma, Clark Kent, Ugly Mely, Hirofumi Kojima and Eric Koston.