Custom Sneakers

Everything You Need to Personalize Your Kicks

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Pub Date Jul 29 2025 | Archive Date Jul 29 2025

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The long-awaited guide to upcycling your sneakers into unique kicks by French artist and TikTok star Kenza Trasfi (@knz.tv)! Packed with fresh designs for 5 iconic sneakers, easy step-by-step instructions, photos by Alexi Pav, a technique F.A.Q., and bonus inspo you to feed your imagination. Dare to be yourself!

Learn everything you need to know to customize your sneakers with global streetwear artist KNZ (@knz.tv)!

KNZ delves into the cultural phenomenon of sneakers, exploring their role as symbols of identity and lifestyle. She shares her accessible yet sleek techniques for customization, like stripping, painting, stitching, and more, accompanied by step-by-step tutorials applicable to popular brands like Nike, Converse, and Adidas. As a renowned sneaker designer with a global online fanbase, KNZ showcases example designs in a stunning layout with captivating images by street fashion photog Alexi Pav. This fun, accessible guide covers all the essentials to give your old sneakers into grails! Includes:
  • An illustrated history on the evolution of sneaker culture
  • Profiles of iconic shoes: Adidas Stan Smith, Nike Air Jordan 1, Nike Air Force One, New Balance 574, Converse All Star, and more
  • Detailed lists of safe and easy-to-access materials to use for each project
  • Colorful customs designed by KNZ with step-by-step photos
  • Easy-to-learn techniques in painting, stenciling, dyeing, stitching, and more
  • Bonus inspo to further your practice!
The long-awaited guide to upcycling your sneakers into unique kicks by French artist and TikTok star Kenza Trasfi (@knz.tv)! Packed with fresh designs for 5 iconic sneakers, easy step-by-step...

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EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9798881601546
PRICE $22.99 (USD)
PAGES 144

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