Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street

Step into HOTA Gallery this summer for an Australian-exclusive exhibition. Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street charts the design and cultural journey of sneakers. Discover the footwear phenomenon that’s challenged performance design, inspired subcultures, and shaken the world of fashion. From trainers originally designed for specific athletic activities, to sneakers that’ve become cultural symbols of our times. Take a journey through the design process  behind today’s most inventive shoes and delve into the lucrative resale market that’s valued at over $10 billion. Relive the high-fashion reinvention of sneakers and uncover the icons and collaborations that have shaped the sneaker scene over the years.