Much speculation exists around the Gazelle’s original purpose. First release in 1968 its silhouette would suggest an indoor football shoe – while its popularity among football fans would no doubt serve to confirm those thoughts. It has also been suggested the shoe was original designed for running. What can be agreed on however, is the athletic purpose at the roots of the design. A classic shoe: streamlined wedge shape, simple styling and flat sole finished with suede upper. Timeless. Back in the 1980s (pre-Superstar and Campus) the Gazelle made a real impact on the hiphop scene. To this day bboys like Ken Swift and Flowmaster still wear it. But the Gazelle is not a shoe to pigeonholed and is worn by heads from hiphop to Indie, with Oasis firm favourites in their heyday and beyond.
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