From Soul to Sole : The Adidas Sneakers of Jacques Chassaing

Originally from Alsace, Jacques Chassaing began his career in the 1970s as a designer in a city shoe company. His passion for sports shoes caught up with him very quickly and he had only one idea in mind, to join the ranks of Adidas. It was in 1981 that he managed to join Adidas France, then Adidas International thereafter. A renowned designer, he has influenced sporty and urban footwear over the years, constantly renewing himself. In this book, we discover the career of an inspiring creator, a pioneer in his field. To name just a few of its greatest successes, we find the Forum, the ZX 500 and the EQT. His designs have had a great impact on modern culture, which are mostly worn by millions of people.

Through this book, we discover stories, anecdotes and contributions from celebrities and designers who have collaborated with Chassaing. Directed by Peter Moore, to whom we owe the Nike Air Jordan 1 and the Adidas Originals line, From Soul to Sole retraces the story of a career with many successes, which will forever mark the world of sneakers.