Sneaker Head Terms Illustrated Through Sneakers
Very Near Deadstock (VNDS) - term for a pair of sneakers that have only been worn 2-5 times and are practically new as a result.
Heat - term used to describe a pair of sneakers that are extremely nice for a variety of reason. The more rare a shoe, the more heat it is considered.
Lebron 10 Floridian
Nike Huarache
Nike Air Penny 5
Retro Air Jordan Black Cement 3’s
Retro Air Jordan Raptor 7’s
Colorways - describes the different colors that a shoe comes in. For example, this colorway of the Nike Air Penny 5’s is Highlighter. This particular shoe also comes in Orlando, Invisibility Cloak, Crimson and Memphis Blue to name a few.
Beaters - Can be told by the picture. They are a pair of shoes that were once in good condition and clean, but are now extremely dirty and heavily used, decreasing their re-sale value.
J’s - any pair of Jordan Brand sneakers. Inspired by NBA legend Michael Jordan, his shoes have become extremely popular in the sneaker community. They are recognizable by the famous jumpman logo.
