JOOPITER Presents Rare Nike SB Chasing Grails Dunk High Shoes
References: highsnobiety
JOOPIER is Pharrell's auction house and it recently unveiled a look at the unreleased collaborative Dunk High shoes by Supreme and Nike dubbed Chasing Grails. There are three extremely rare shoes, featuring a red, blue, and orange colorway palette. These are the first prototypes during the two giant's collaborative work back in 2003 and are one of the designs that never commercially launched and would not have been seen by the public until this auction.
The Head of Global Sales at JOOPITER Caitlin Donovan explains to Highsnobiety that "Thought to be locked away in a vault, or destroyed, these 2003 one-of-one prototypes for the highly collectible and beloved Supreme Nike SB Dunk High, are amongst the rarest of sneakers to ever come to market, a complete set of each colorway. The legend has it that this design was rejected by Nike, replaced by the iconic gold stars. From the collection of Ryan Chang, one of the most respected collectors in the industry, these three shoes represent the key elements of collectability — rarity, provenance, and condition."
Image Credit: JOOPITER
The Head of Global Sales at JOOPITER Caitlin Donovan explains to Highsnobiety that "Thought to be locked away in a vault, or destroyed, these 2003 one-of-one prototypes for the highly collectible and beloved Supreme Nike SB Dunk High, are amongst the rarest of sneakers to ever come to market, a complete set of each colorway. The legend has it that this design was rejected by Nike, replaced by the iconic gold stars. From the collection of Ryan Chang, one of the most respected collectors in the industry, these three shoes represent the key elements of collectability — rarity, provenance, and condition."
Image Credit: JOOPITER
Trend Themes
1. Rare Sneaker Collecting - The unveiling of these unreleased Nike SB Chasing Grails Dunk High shoes highlights the growing trend of rare sneaker collecting among enthusiasts and collectors.
2. Collaborative Sneaker Designs - The 2003 Supreme and Nike collaboration prototypes signify the trend of collaborative sneaker design projects between high-profile brands, showcasing the potential for unique and limited-edition releases.
3. Exclusive Sneaker Auctions - The auctioning of these rarely seen shoes by JOOPITER introduces a trend in hosting exclusive sneaker auctions for sought-after and valuable footwear items.
Industry Implications
1. Sneaker Industry - The rare sneaker collecting trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the sneaker industry to cater to the growing demand for limited-edition releases and collaborations.
2. Fashion Industry - The collaboration between Supreme and Nike exemplifies the potential for disruptive innovation within the fashion industry, as high-profile brand partnerships result in unique and highly coveted designs.
3. Auction Industry - The exclusive sneaker auction trend offers disruptive innovation opportunities for the auction industry to capitalize on the popularity of rare and collectible sneakers, attracting a niche market of passionate buyers.
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